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Applications are invited for this exciting, fully-funded, 42 month PhD studentship at the University of Aberdeen. This project is part of the newly established Anthony & Margaret Johnston Centre for Doctoral Training in Plant Sciences enabled by a generous legacy gift.
Scottish agriculture plays a crucial role in food production. However, it also represents a significant source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, primarily from soil management practices and fertilization (Scottish government, 2020). Understanding these emissions and their response to climate change is essential for developing effective mitigation and adaptation strategies. This Ph.D. study aims to bridge knowledge gaps by employing a multidisciplinary approach integrating meta-analysis, field data, modelling, and ArcGIS. It advances GHG dynamics understanding in Scottish agriculture, addressing climate change and emission mitigation.
Research Objectives:
Methodology: This interdisciplinary study will use already collected GHG, soil and climate data but also involve extensive literature and field data collection, laboratory analyses, and modelling. Field campaigns will encompass chamber GHG flux measurements, soil sampling, and climate data collection across various Scottish agricultural areas. Laboratory experiments will provide insights into soil properties and microbial dynamics. After the model selection from a set of available models (i.e., DNDC, ECOSSE and DayCent), calibration and validation processes, the Scotland national soil map will be used to run the model
spatially for the whole Scottish at 1 km2 soil grid basis. A baseline (1990-1961) and future (2041-2060) climate scenarios
from the UKCP18 climate data will be used. ArcGIS and modelling will be used to simulate GHG fluxes and carbon
dynamics at site and spatially under different scenarios and maps will be produced.
Candidate Background:
A background on ArcGIS application or any other mapping tools is required. A modelling/programming background is desirable but not essential.
Applicants are expected to hold (or be about to achieve) at least a 2:1 UK Honours degree (or Equivalent) in a relevant subject. Applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree (or Equivalent) may be considered providing they have a Distinction or Commendation at Master’s level.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to having a diverse, inclusive team.
Informal enquiries are encouraged. Please contact Dr Mohamed Abdalla (mabdalla@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.
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