Doctoral Candidate 12
Short description
This project deals with - Design and development of advanced antimicrobial polymers for therapeutic applications
DC 12:
- Host institution: ASHLAND SPECIALTIES IRELAND LIMITED (ASHLAND), Ireland - R & D Dept.
- Supervisor: Shona O’ Brien, External Technology R&D Manager | Life Sciences, shona.obrien@ashland.com
Or: Academic co-supervisor, Prof. Oran Kennedy, email: orankennedy@rcsi.ie
RCSI University of Medicin and Health Sciences - Research Project 12
Project Description
Short Description: DC12 will design and evaluate bioresorbable polymers with enhanced antimicrobial activity for use as antifouling coatings. The project involves innovative chemical and mechanical modifications to improve biocompatibility, tissue integration, and infection prevention. It includes in vitro and in vivo testing, with collaborations to study biofilm formation and preclinical performance, aiming to enable customizable, antimicrobial implant surfaces.
The application is closed - Application Deadline 31 Oct 2025 - 12:00 (Europe/Dublin)
Training and mobility:
Research secondments at SHIELD partner institutions:
- University College Dublin, Ireland
- Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Ireland
- Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
- Participation in specialised training workshops and international conferences.
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