Topic: Biodegradation of the popular bioplastic PLA
Content: Participating in wet lab work in developing microbial strains suitable for biodegradation of PLA
What you will learn: Knowledge on one of the most important environment issues and how biotechnology has the potential to be an important part of the solution; lab training on important techniques such as microplastic identification, microbial cultures, big data analysis, PCR, and protein engineering
Educational background: Strong biology/biotechnology background and previous lab experience highly preferred
Language proficiency: Fluency in English
Stipend: NTD21000 (about USD675)/month
Accommodation arrangements: University dorm room or rental appartments in the neighborhood (not covered by program)
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- Field: Others
- School: Chang Gung University
- Organizer: Department of Biomedical Sciences
- Period of Apply: 2024/01/10-2024/03/31
- Term: 4-6 months ending before 12/31/2024
- Fee: Accommodation is not paid for by the program, but we would happily assist the trainee in finding suitable housing. University dorms are available at discount rates, and apartments for rent are also available within easy commuting distances to the program.
- Website of Program: sites.google.com/view/plasticbiodegradation/join-us
- Contact Person：Shu Yuan Yang
- Email：yangsy@mail.cgu.edu.tw
- Phone：03-2118800 ext 3836