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Promote our PhD opportunities (generic copy)

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PhD scholarships now open! There are currently PhD projects with $40,000 a year tax-free scholarships open in the newly funded ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity. Express your interest in this career-defining opportunity.

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PhD opportunities now open! There are currently PhD projects open for expressions of interest in the newly funded ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity. Students in the Training Centre will be joining a research partnership between three universities and over 25 partner organisations that is funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC).  

All projects are designed to prepare students for a career. Students will gain the skills and networks to land a job in government, industry or academia upon graduation, with the confidence to move up to leadership roles that are diverse, rewarding and with great earning potential. 

We encourage expressions of interest from students with Honours or Masters by Research, or currently completing their qualification, as well as people with an equivalent level of research expertise. Please contact plantbiosecurity@anu.edu.au for more information. 

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Promotional images for specific projects

Promotional image for a PhD opportunity in Plant Biosecurity, featuring a close-up of a green leaf with text highlighting the efficacy of eDNA as a surveillance tool for Northern Australia.

Short marketing copy for individual projects

PhD scholarship now open! We’re seeking a student to validate and test eDNA-based surveillance protocols to complement biosecurity operations in Northern Australia. Note: Australian Citizens only. https://plantbiosecuritycentre.edu.au/efficacy-of-edna-as-a-surveillance-tool-for-northern-australia/

Promotional image for a PhD opportunity at the ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity, featuring a close-up of a leaf with text stating 'Enhancing grower engagement in preparedness activities'.

PhD scholarship now open! We’re seeking a student to investigate the individual and collective factors that influence engagement in protective biosecurity practices. https://plantbiosecuritycentre.edu.au/efficacy-of-edna-as-a-surveillance-tool-for-northern-australia/

Centre Launch copy and assets

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Announcing the launch of the ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity on the International Day of Plant Health, 12 May 2025. The Training Centre will train the next generation of scientists to tackle some of Australia and the world’s biggest biosecurity challenges. This is a five-year, 10-million-dollar investment into postgraduate research training funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC), three universities and 27 partner organisations. Follow the Centre on LinkedIn

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We’re pleased to announce the launch of the ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity. This is a new investment into postgraduate research training funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC) and 27 partner organisations. Follow the Centre on LinkedIn

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ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity Launch at Lowitja O’Donoghue Cultural Centre Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia 12.May.2025 (Nic Vevers/ANU)
Deputy Director, Engagement, Mostafa Rahimi Azghadi. Credit: JCU
Deputy Director, Research, Benjamin Schlesinger. Credit: ANU

Assets for the International Day of Plant Health

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We can provide QR codes, long form project informations, and project flyers. Please email your requested materials to Sarah at plantbiosecurity@anu.edu.au 

You can also follow us on Twitter at @ARC_PBTC, BlueSky at @arc-pbtc.bsky.social, and LinkedIn at ARC Training Centre in Plant Biosecurity.