HDR Scholarship support by Curtin, ARC project in fossils study at Curtin University 2024

Description:

This project aims to unlock an untapped record of our planet’s past, by analyzing exceptionally well-preserved fossils in concretions. The well-studied inorganic fossil record has provided a framework for understanding major events in the evolution of life and our planet. However, the proposed project aims to significantly advance current perceptions, by accessing the parallel but rarer organic record in the form of biomarkers and biomolecules that can be entombed in exceptionally preserved fossil material.

Eligibility for the HDR Scholarship support by Curtin - ARC project in fossils study:

• Open to all nationals 
• Suitable applicants must have a first-class Hons degree, Master’s degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Geochemistry, Geology, Biology, Biochemistry, and Environmental Science.
• Candidates must have full-time enrolment.
• Successful recipients must also not receive any other scholarship.

Value of the Scholarship:

This scholarship provides a living stipend of $28,854 per annum pro-rata indexed, based on full-time studies, for up to a maximum of 3 years.

Application process: Applicant must send a full CV and two referee names to Prof. Kliti Grice (k.grice@curtin.edu.au).