Project Code
MRCPHS25Br Siviter
Research Theme
Population Health Sciences
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Summary
Humanity has endured several outbreaks of infectious diseases that threaten population health. Environmental factors can influence disease susceptibility, but quantifying the impact of specific stressors is extremely challenging. Humanity regularly consumes pesticides at low concentrations. While risk-assessments ensure that consumers do not consume ‘dangerous’ levels of pesticides, the long-term impact of chronic exposure to multiple pesticides is difficult to quantify. Here, the candidate will explore the impact of chronic pesticide exposure on disease susceptibility and health, using bumblebees as a model system. The candidate will develop skills in experimental design, molecular techniques, and meta-analysis.
Lead Supervisor
Dr Harry Siviter
Lead Supervisor Email
harry.siviter@bristol.ac.uk
University Affiliation
Bristol