A fully funded PhD with Ann Smith and William Lee at the University of Huddersfield is available. Deadline for applications is the 19th May 2023.
Cryoelectron microscopy is a technique for investigating biological and other unstable samples by immobilising them in a thin film of ice for electron microscopic imaging and analysis. A challenge in creating samples for this technique is controlling the thickness of the ice film. If the film is too thick the electrons will not be able to penetrate it and there will be no signal. If the film is too thin there will be holes in it and thus there will be no sample for the electrons to interact with. The focus of this project is using mathematical modelling and statistical analysis to understand and predict the process by which the ice film forms and ultimately how the operation could be modified or controlled to robustly generate films suitable for cryoelectron microscopy.
For furthe details see "Automated control system for sample preparation" at
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