BYT PhD Programme 2025
Applicants must complete the research proposal using this form. The proposal must be original and written in English. Please fill out each section carefully and concisely, respecting the indicated word limits.
Here you can access the BYT PhD Programme 2025 – Application Guidelines.
A. GENERAL INFORMATION
Candidate
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Main Supervisor (The main supervisor must be a CIIMAR member)
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Co-Supervisor 1 (Optional. If not applicable, use n/a)
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Co-Supervisor 2 (Optional. If not applicable, use n/a)
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Will the research proposal be funded by a specific project?
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Yes
No
If YES, provide the project reference(s)
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If not applicable, state: NOT APPLICABLE.
CIIMAR thematic lines
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Global Changes and Ecosystems Services
Marine Biotechnology
Biology, Aquaculture and Seafood Quality
Type of Scholarship:
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National Scholarships (PhD in Portugal)
Mixed Scholarship (PhD in Portugal + Abroad)
Beginning and Duration of the Scholarship:
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Research Work Abroad and/or External Collaborations (max 500 words)
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0/500
Doctoral Programme (choose one)
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Marine Biotechnology and Aquaculture (FCUP)
Environmental Contamination and Toxicology (ICBAS/FCUP/FFUP)
Animal Science (ICBAS)
Aquatic Sciences (ICBAS)
Biology (FCUP)
Environmental Sciences and Technology (FCUP)
Science, Technology and Management of the Sea (FCUP)
Pharmaceutical Sciences (FFUP)
Civil Engineering (FEUP)
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B. RESEARCH PROPOSAL
WORK PLAN
Project Title
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Insert a concise and descriptive title
Abstract (max 200 words)
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0/200
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (2030 Agenda)
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1. No poverty
2. Zero Hunger
3. Good Health and Well-Being
4. Quality Education
5. Gender Equality
6. Clean Water and Sanitation
7. Affordable and Clean Energy
8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
10. Reduced Inequalities
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
12. Responsible Consuption and Production
13. Climate Action
14. Life Below Water
15. Life and Land
16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
17. Partnerships for the Goal
No alignment with any of the SDGs
State of the Art (max 500 words)
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0/500
Objectives and Hypotheses (max 300 words)
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0/300
Research Plan and Methodology (max 1000 words)
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0/1000
Impact and Relevance
Explain the expected impact of your research and why CIIMAR is the ideal place for this work.
Scientific and Knowledge Contribution (max 250 words)
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0/250
Alignment with CIIMAR Strategy and Infrastructure (max 250 words)
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0/250
Ethical Issues (max 250 words)
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If applicable, describe required approvals, permits, or compliance measures (e.g., animal ethics, human subjects protocols, sampling permits, biosafety requirements). State "Not applicable" if none required.
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References
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List up to 30 key references. Use a consistent citation style.
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C. CV SYNOPSIS
Applicants must clearly and succinctly identify the most relevant elements of their academic and professional career, such as academic and complementary training, scientific publications, communications at conferences, participation and organization of events, awards, professional and civic activities, and other situations considered relevant for the CV assessment. This information will be analyzed by the evaluators in an integrated manner with a detailed CV, to better analyze the applicant's academic, scientific, professional, and civic career. Please note that filling in this field does not exempt the upload of a detailed CV.
CV Synopsis (max 500 words)
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D. MOTIVATION LETTER
In the motivation letter, applicants must objectively explain the reasons that lead them to apply and why they consider having the appropriate conditions to successfully carry out the work plan they present. How will this PhD prepare you for your future career goals? What technical, analytical, and transferable skills will you develop? What training opportunities (courses, workshops, conferences, research stays) do you plan to pursue during your PhD?
Motivation Letter (max 750 words)
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0/750
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E. TIMELINE and ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS
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