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  5. DNA-based asymmetric photocatalysis (DAP)

DNA-based asymmetric photocatalysis (DAP)

Research Group: Chemistry
Number of Students: 1
Length of Study in Years: 4 Years
Full-time Project: yes

Funding

Funding is provided via the China Scholarship Council.  

  • Available to Chinese applicants only.
  • Applicant required to start in September 2026.
  • The studentship arrangement will cover overseas tuition fees for the duration of the studentship.

Project Description

The Arseniyadis research group (https://arseniyadislab.sbcs.qmul.ac.uk/) at Queen Mary University of London develops innovative methods in synthetic organic chemistry, with a particular focus on asymmetric catalysis and the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures. Their work spans transition-metal-catalyzed transformations, cascade reactions, and bio-hybrid catalysis using DNA as a chiral scaffold, aiming to create highly selective and sustainable routes to valuable.

Requirements

We welcome applicants with a strong background in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field.

  • The minimum requirement for this studentship opportunity is a good Honours degree (minimum 2(i) honours or equivalent) and MSc/MRes in a relevant discipline (minimum 2(i) honours or equivalent).
  • You will require a valid English certificate equivalent to IELTS 6.5+ overall with a minimum score of 6.0 in all other categories.  English certificate will be required at application stage.

SPCS Academics: Dr Stellios Arseniyadis

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