For PhD candidates interested in the use of fast materials discovery to develop new green inhibitors for galvanised steel and zinc.
High throughput electrochemistry and robotic experimentation will be used to discover the optimum inhibitors to reduce corrosion on zinc and galvanised steel in atmospheric and industrial conditions. This project will have industrial applications in construction, transport and machinery.
The scholarship is suitable for graduates in chemistry, or chemical or materials engineering.
Value and duration
The scholarship will provide a stipend of $30,000 per annum. Successful international applicants will be provided with a tuition fee scholarship that also covers the cost of Overseas Student Heath Cover.
The duration of this scholarship is three years with the possibility of a six-month extension.
Number of scholarships available
One
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship you must:
It is preferred that applicants have an honours or four-year degree in chemistry, or chemical or materials engineering.
Open date
Applications are now open.
Close date
Applications close 5pm AEST Wednesday 28 February 2018 or when a candidate is selected.
Terms and conditions
RMIT's standard research scholarship terms and conditions (PDF 327KB 10p) will apply to this scholarship.