The Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), Athlone Campus, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a fully funded PhD position under the CBE-JU-funded ReTREEasure project (Recovery of Tree Resources for Sustainable Use in Renewable Chemistry). The successful candidate will undertake cutting‑edge research focused on the development of an intelligent valorisation and decision‑support tool for forestry biomass residues. This interdisciplinary project will integrate ecological indicators, stand inventory data, UAV and satellite imagery, LiDAR, IoT‑based environmental sensing, and machine learning to support sustainable forestry biomass management. The research will deliver a data‑driven decision‑support system capable of predicting the quantity, quality, and spatial distribution of extractable forestry residues under different harvesting scenarios, while ensuring compliance with site‑specific ecological thresholds. In addition, the project will develop a valorisation dashboard to support sustainable forestry decision‑making, biomass harvesting planning, and reforestation strategies.
Type of Degree Offered: PhD
Duration of Project: 48 Months
Stipend: €25,000 per annum
Fees: Fully funded
Funding Agency: Circular Bio‑based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU)
Minimum Qualifications/Experience Necessary/Any Other Requirements:
A primary degree in a field related to Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
A minimum classification of 2.1 honours or equivalent.
Strong motivation and enthusiasm for research
IELTS (International English Testing System) Applicants must have a minimum of 6.5 with no component score less than 6.5.
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