The James Hutton Institute is offering a fully-funded 4-year PhD studentship exploring antimicrobial resistance (AMR) risks associated with sustainable farming practices for crops.
Application Deadline: Friday, 9 January 2026
Supervision Team
Dr Eulyn Pagaling, Dr Lisa Avery, Prof Karen Scott
Why This Matters
While sustainable farming practices like using organic amendments are essential for food security and circular economy principles, they may inadvertently contribute to AMR spread. This research will investigate how AMR transfers to crops through soil and irrigation water, particularly affecting ready-to-eat crops like salads that pose the greatest risk to consumers.
Research Objectives
- Measure AMR transfer to crops via soil and irrigation water under sustainable vs conventional practices
- Assess AMR load on crops, both above and below-ground
- Evaluate AMR persistence in/on crops under different storage conditions
Read more about this PhD Opportunity and how to apply
