PYROSEARCH - The University of Queensland, Australia , is seeking a qualified student to undertake a PhD study in phase equlibria study. Prospective students with strong knowledge in phase equilibria, thermodynamic and materials characterisations, are encouraged to send their CV to the e-mail shown below for consideration. The CV must outline your academic qualifications, experience, 2-3 refereesEinformation, and your covering letter (email) may explain your interest in PYROSEARCH activity and highlight relevant experiences.

Project Description
Phase Equilibria Study of Complex Systems Associated with Ni. This project aims to develop a further understanding of phase equlibria of complex systems associated with Ni and also provide a basis for the development of thermodynamic database of the systems. These include phase equilibria study of Fe-Ni-O, Fe-Ni-Co-O, Fe-Ni-Co- Mg- Al-O, Fe-Ni-Co-Mg- Al-Cr-Si- O systems. The main tasks associated with the project include: reviewing of current understanding of the phase equilibria and of thermodynamic data of the systems; undertaking experiments that include high temperature equilibration of synthetic oxides mixtures; as well as materials characterisations using electron probe x-ray microanalysis (EPMA) and field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM).

Availability: ASAP
Payment Information: Full scholarship

Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia About University of Queensland and PYROSEARCH
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Main Contact & Further Enquiries
Dr. M. Akbar Rhamdhani
PYROSEARCH (Pyrometallurgy Research Centre)
Division of Mining, Minerals and Materials Eng
Frank White annexe (44) Room 258
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
E-mail: m.rhamdhani@ minmet.uq. edu.au
Phone: +61 7 3365 3695/3365 4285
Fax: +61 7 3365 3888