University of Stuggart Interactions of Microplastics and Micropollutants Scholarship 2026

Microplastics are known to act as carriers for various micropollutants (Yu et al.), as many substances can adsorb to their surfaces, leading to localized concentration hotspots. However, many questions remain—particularly concerning the adsorption of PFAS to microplastics and the conditions under which desorption may occur. Little is known about how environmental ageing and transport affect the sorption behavior of plastic particles. In arable soils, key knowledge gaps include: How does the adsorption of pollutants change with plastic weathering? To what extent do desorption and leaching occur? What transport processes govern the mobility of microplastics and their associated pollutants in the soil?

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineOctober 1, 2025
• Value1300 € per month
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Stuttgart
• City to studyBaden-Württemberg
• School to studyUniversity of Stuttgart
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Agile and versatile research environment
• Well-equipped workstations and laboratories
• Nice, helpful, and interdisciplinary team for professional exchange and pleasant working conditions
• Co-supervised at two complimentary departments with foci on environmental/analytical chemistry and transport in porous media

Requirements

• MSc in chemistry, environmental chemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental engineering/sciences, geo-hydrology, or similar
• Knowledge about micro plastics and/or micro pollutants
• Experience in analytical chemistry and contaminant hydrogeology
• Willingness to develop scientifically and motivation to learn new concepts

Application Deadline

October 1, 2025

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to University of Stuttgart on career55.sapsf.eu to apply

Contact Details

• Contact person: Dr. Gabriele Hartmann 
• Mail: [email protected] 
• Phone: +49 711 685 66585 
• Website: https://www.enwat.uni-stuttgart.de/   

For more information, kindly visit University of Stuggart scholarship webpage.