Overview
Aquaculture in coastal waters is critically dependent on water quality. Satellite remote sensing has the potential to provide water quality on unprecedented spatio-temporal scales but is currently hampered by limitations including atmospheric correction and algorithm failure in turbid waters. This project will extend a new approach that directly addresses and overcomes these limitations.
Eligibility
Applicants must have obtained or be about to obtain a first or upper second class UK honours degree, or the international equivalent in an appropriate area of science.
*Due to a recent update in UKRI guidance, we are delighted that we will now be able to accept applications from International students, with them able to make up to 30% of our cohort each year.
To be classed as a home student, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Be a UK National (meeting residency requirements), or
- Have settled status, or
- Have pre-settled status (meeting residency requirements), or
- Have indefinite leave to remain or enter
All other candidates will be classed as an International student.
All successful candidates (Home or International) will receive full tuition and stipend support.
Project Details
This project will further develop an existing spectral matching approach to cover an extended range of optical constituents, including additional phytoplankton functional types, to provide truly global applicability. The project will combine lab and fieldwork with significant satellite data processing to demonstrate the applicability of the approach for a range of coastal water regions, with particular emphasis on active aquaculture sites. There will also be work on modelling associated underwater light fields to support plant aquaculture operations and improve understanding of animal responses to changing water quality conditions.
Funding details
The studentship provides funding for tuition fees, a stipend and laboratory expenses for both Home/*International applicants (see Eligibility section).
The BBSRC NWB grant provides tuition fees and stipend of at least £17,668 (UKRI rate 2022/23).
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Number of places: 1
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Contact us
Please contact david.mckee@strath.ac.uk for more information.
