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PhD Defense By Mr. Ssenyunzi Richard Cliffe
DATE OF DEFENCE: 24/NOVEMBER/2021
NAME: RICHARD CLIFFE SSENYUNZI
Thesis Title: MODELING PRECIPITABLE WATER VAPOUR USING GLOBAL NAVIGATION SATELLITE SYSTEM DATA OVER THE EAST AFRICAN TROPICAL REGION.
ABSTRACT:
The Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) can be used to derive accurately the Zenith Tropospheric Delay (ZTD) and Precipitable Water Vapour (PWV) under all-weather conditions. The derived ZTD and PWV values play a vital role in climate studies, weather forecasting and are operationally assimilated into numerical weather prediction models. In this study, GNSS data for derivation of ZTD and PWV was collected from 13 geodetic permanent stations for the years 2013 to 2016 over the East African tropical region. The 13 stations consist of 5 International GNSS Service (IGS) stations, 4 Africa Array (AA) stations, and 4 Malawi Rifting stations from Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda. The ZTD time series were processed using goGPS software version 1.0 beta1, a MATLAB based GNSS processing software, developed for kinematic and quasi static applications. The derived goGPS ZTDs were compared to the values derived from the GIPSY-OASIS via Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) online Automatic Precise Positioning Service (APPS) to assess
their accuracy. The derived goGPS ZTDs were also validated using the Unified Environmental Modeling System (UEMS) numerical weather prediction (NWP) model. The agreement between the goGPS ZTD and the UEMS NWP ZTD indicates that goGPS ZTD can be assimilated into NWP models in the East African region.
For this study, only five out of 13 GPS stations used are equipped with meteorological sensors. Alternatively, the interpolated European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) 5th Re-Analysis (ERA5) dataset was also used. The ERA5 dataset at these locations was first validated using the meteorological data from the sensors available at the five stations. The interpolation and extrapolation of ERA5 data generated surface meteorological parameters with acceptable accuracies demonstrating that it can serve as a complement to the present ground based GPS meteorological observation networks. The determination of GPS PWV also requires information on the weighted mean temperature (Tm); the Tm at the 13 GPS stations was evaluated using three methods: the temperature and humidity profiles from ERA5 (ERA5 Tm), as well as the Tm derived from Bevis and Yao Tm – Ts-relationships.
The derived GPS PWV datasets were validated using the ERA5 PWV. ERA5 PWV values were used as the reference and the Root Mean Square errors (RMSE) of the two PWV values are in the range 1.35 mm to 2.25 mm with the overall average value of 1.66 mm.
In this study, PWV, pressure, temperature and weighted mean temperature models have been developed from GPS and ERA5 data. The purpose of the developed models is to predict PW over regions with data gaps where the computation of Zenith Tropospheric Delays (ZTD) is impossible and in cases of station outages. In addition, the models will provide meteorological parameters where meteorological sensors are missing. Based on the RMSE, it was observed that the site-specific models developed can be used to provide estimates of almost the same level of accuracy compared to the measured values at the 13 stations. Despite having scattered GNSS stations in the region with data gaps, the PWV retrieval from ZTDs has been achieved.
MAKRIF Project: Surveillance Of The Potato Cyst Nematode
Surveillance Of The Potato Cyst Nematode
Potato roots showing the presence of mature female nematodes and cysts. Extraction of the PCN from soil samples: Cysts were extracted using a Fenwick can and the float matter cleaned-up using 96% Ethanol. Surveillance of the Potato Cyst Nematode, a deadly pest of potato in Uganda: detection, identification and risk reduction measures
Duration: 1 year (Oct 2020-Nov 2021)
Funding: Government of Uganda, Makerere University Research and Innovation fund (MAKRIF)
Principle Investigator: Dr. Shahasi Y. Athman
Co-investigators:
Prof. Herbert Talwana: Department of Agricultural Production, Makerere Univ.
Dr. Prossy Namugga: NARO, Kachwekano ZARDI
Dr. Arthur Wasukira: NARO, Buginyana ZARDI
Mr. Sadik Mustafa: Dpt. of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, Makerere Univ.
Project summary:
In 2015, the potato cyst nematode (PCN) was discovered in Kenya. PCN is a quarantine, difficult to control pest and a global threat to potato farming worldwide and mainly introduced through soil adhering to potatoes. Once established, it is impossible to eradicate since the cysts can survive in the soil for up to 25 years. The discovery in Kenya poses a great threat to the potato industry in Uganda due to open borders between the two countries which allows for free trade in ware and seed potato. It was speculated that the nematode could already be present in the country. Through funds provided by MAKRIF, this project was developed to determine the presence, distribution and severity of PCN infestation in the main potato growing regions in Uganda. This was conducted through a rapid diagnostic survey where soil and plant samples from potato fields were collected for determination of the presence of the PCN. It is expected that this project will generate basic information needed for prevention, containment and management of PCN in Uganda.
PhD Defense By Rebecca Muhumuza Nalule
Date: 29TH October 2021
Time: 10.a.m
Venue: Chemistry Boardroom/Online
TOPIC: HIERARCHICAL MODELS FOR SPATIO-TEMPORAL PROCESSES IN DATA ANALYSIS.
ABSTRACT:
Spatio-temporal processes evolve in space and time. As a consequence data from such processes, possess both temporal and spatial dependence which have to be reflected by fitted stochastic models. The existing models, may fail to provide a proper fit. Many spatio-temporal data, especially when the data set possesses features which contradict the assumption of normality. In this thesis we present the extension of the existing hierarchical models that are capable of capturing the complicated structures in both large and small data sets.
A non-linear general spatio-temporal model is developed by extending Serfling’s model. The model is used in the derivation of the Locally Weighted Scatter plot smoothing (LOESS) predictor for both the spatial interpolation and temporal prediction of spatial temporal processes. Theoretical findings are applied to real data of an outbreak of influenza in Southern Germany. The study shows that, the LOESS outperforms the classical linear predictor in terms of providing smaller values for performance measure computed by cross-validation. We then extend the classical effects model by introducing the correlation coefficient between random effects in its definition. Bayesian inference procedures for the model parameters are obtained when objective priors, are employed for the model parameters. We consider the problem of Bayesian estimation heterogeneity parameter in the generalized random effects model and compare the obtained results with the existing approaches from frequentists and Bayesian statistics. The findings are used for consensus building in meta-analyses of measurement results for the Newtonian constant of gravitation. We therefore recommend, that the use of our models, to overcome dependence problem in data arising from spatio-temporal processes and data with small data sets.
Profile_Rebecca Nalule.docx Profile_Rebecca Nalule.pdfAssoc.Prof. Charles Masembe Appointed a Member of Kyambogo University Senate
The Minister of Education and Sports Hon. Janet Kataaha Museveni has appointed Dr. Charles Masembe ( Associate Professor)Department of Zoology, Entomology and Fisheries Sciences to the Kyambogo University Senate for a term of 3years.
Dr. Masembe is a veterinarian, molecular geneticist and Associate Professor, with teaching and research experience in molecular genetics, diagnostics, evolution and epidemiology of important diseases of domestic animals, mainly Foot-and-Mouth Disease, African swine fever, and pathogen discovery.
Two other members were appointed to the Kyambogo University Senate, these are Dr. Josephine Ahikire and Mr. Paul Isaac Musasizi.
Congratulations to all members!
African Water Resources Mobility Network (AWaRMN) Project Launch
The Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme of the European Union supportsstudent and staff mobility in Africa. The overall objective of the programme is to enhance human capital development in Africa, while strengthening intra-African cooperation in higher education as called for by the Agenda 2063. Achieving sustainable development, and inclusive growth within Africa would largely be undermined if its water resources are not sustainably managed, utilised, protected, and governed. The continent is facing multiple water-related challenges, including declining water quantity and quality, inadequate governance and institutional structures, declining monitoring networks, increasing resource use in the face of a growing human population, and increasing resource variability associated with future changing climates. As the region strives toward improving political, economic and social stability, the importance of secure water supplies will assume increasing significance. If this is neglected, a potential for conflict exists:
1. within and between communities through a lack of water- and sanitation-related access and services,
2. between countries through a lack of agreement on transboundary sharing of water resources and most importantly, and
3. between societal constituencies through perceived non-inclusive and equitable sharing of water resources (distributive justice).
The African Water Resource Mobility Network (AWaRMN), a project of the Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme of the European Union, is set up to address the pressing water-related needs on the African continent. Addressing these pressing needs is achieved through:
1. transdisciplinary, socially-engaged training embedded in existing programmes within partner institutions, ensuring an increase in the number of highly qualified and competent graduates (MSc and PhD) in the field of water resources in Africa;
2. developing and harmonising programmes and curricula, with a particular emphasis on disciplinary excellence and transdisciplinary capability;
3. building and sustaining teaching and research capabilities among partner institutions; 4. designing and implementing research programmes based on collaboration and cooperation during, and beyond, the AWARMN funding;
5. facilitating student and staff mobility to promote multiculturalism and internationalisation among African institutions of higher learning;
6. contributing to innovation and water technologies that advance social-economic development of Africa and;
7. addressing the professional career development and employability of graduates by creating a direct interface between AWARMN and industry partners.
AWaRMN is funded by the Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme of the European Union (https://eacea.ec.europa.eu/intra-africa_en)
African Water Resources Mobility Network Launch Invitation.pdf African Water Resources Mobility Network Launch Full Programme.pdfPhD Defense By Ms. Olivia Nabawanda
Topic: Flattened partitions: Pattern Avoidance and Behavior of Permutations Statistics.
Name of student: Olivia Nabawanda
Supervisors:
- Prof. Fanja Rakotondrajao
Department of Mathematics
University of Antananarivo, Madagascar
Email: frakoton@mak.ac.ug
- Prof. Paul Vaderlind
Department of Mathematics
Stockholm University, Sweden
Email: paul@math.su.se
- Dr. Alex Samuel Bamunoba
Department of Mathematics
Makerere University, Uganda
Email: bamunoba@gmail.com
Date of defence: 25th October, 2021.
Time: 10:00 am
Discussant: I don’t know him yet
ABSTRACT
The study of permutations, and specifically flattened partitions is an active area of current research. We provide a new combinatorial interpretation to the sequence A124324 in the On-line Encyclopedia of Integer Sequences (OEIS) database by means of a combinatorial bijection between flattened partitions over [n+ 1] and the partitions of [n]. We introduce the numbers f (n, k) which count the number of flattened partitions over [n] having k runs, and we give recurrence relations defining them, as well as their exponential generating function in differential form. We extend the results to flattened partitions where the first s integers belong to different runs. Combinatorial proofs are given. We further count the number of distinct flattened partitions over [n] avoiding a single pattern of length three, as well as a pair of such patterns. Several famous counting sequences, namely Catalan numbers, powers of two, Fibonacci numbers and Motzkin numbers arise. We also consider other combinatorial statistics, namely runs and inversions, and establish some bijections in situations where the statistics coincide. We study a sorting procedure (run-sorting) on permutations, where runs are rearranged in lexicographic order. We describe a rather surprising bijection on permutations on length n, with the property that it sends the set of peak-values to the set of peak-values after run-sorting. We also prove that the expected number of descents in a permutation σ ∈ Sn after run-sorting is equal to (n − 2)/3. We also provide a closed form of the exponential generating function introduced by Nabawanda, Rakotondrajao and Bamunoba in 2020, for the number of run-sorted permutations over [n], (RSP(n)) having k runs, which gives a new interpretation to the sequence A124324 on the OEIS database. We show that the descent generating polynomials, A_n(t) for RSP(n) are real-rooted, and satisfy an interlacing property similar to that satisfied by the Eulerian polynomials. Finally, we study run-sorted binary words and compute the expected number of descents after run-sorting a binary word of length n.
Olivia-Nabawanda.docx Olivia-Nabawanda.pdf
Mak@100 Celebrations Launched
Launch of Mak@100 Celebrations
As part of celebrations to mark the 59 Years of Uganda's Independence, H.E. The President of the Republic of Uganda and Visitor of Makerere University will officially launch the Mak@100 celebrations at a brief ceremony on 9th October 2021.
Theme: Leveraging 100 Years of Excellence in Building a Transformed Society
The President will unveil the Mak@100 logo. On the same occasion, Makerere University will showcase research and innovation outputs arising from student, faculty and stakeholders work and engagement activities. The research and innovations are supported by the Government of Uganda and several development partners.
Please follow the Independence Day Celebrations (featuring the launch of the Mak@100 celebrations and showcase of Mak Research and Innovations) on television and radio stations that will broadcasting the event live.
About the celebrations
As Makerere celebrates 100 years of existence, it is imperative to leverage the capacity already developed over time and its positive experiences to impact and transform society. Makerere University has the challenge to ensure that African indigenous knowledge does not disappear. The University also has the responsibility to address the challenges which face Uganda and the region, including youth unemployment, climate change, emerging infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases and others.
Thus, the University’s new focus on being research-led is motivated by various circumstances that characterize its operational environment. Over the next years Makerere will strive, among other things to:
- Create an enabling environment that fosters innovative teaching and learning
- Become a research led institution with:
- A fully-fledged Science and Technology Center and 80% of the Labs modernized;
- Increased number of research publications (from the current 1500);
- Research translation into products and services impacting national growth;
- Grant Management offices at each college and at least four (4) multi-disciplinary think Tanks.
- Enhance Partnerships with the industry, the community and international institutions;
- Engender an engaged, motivated and highly productive workforce with at least 80% of the academic staff with PhDs as well as doubling the number of professors (from the current 100);
- Support Human Capital Development by increasing graduate enrolment from the current 13% to 30% by 2030; while committing to the creation of Graduates that are versatile, professionally grounded, ethical and committed to lifelong learning with positive attitudes.
A year-long sequence of events and activities (October 2021-October 2022) will be held based on the five pillars of the celebration activities including: the History; the Alumni; Students and Staff; the Community; and Government.
Diploma Government Admission Lists
Information On Public Universities Admissions
Diploma Holders Admission Requirements
COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES-CONAS
Bachelor of Science
(a) A Credit Diploma in Education from National Teachers Colleges.
The applicants must have studied any of the following subjects:
Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Physics, Geography or Agriculture.
(b) At least an Ordinary Credit Diploma from the UTCs and recognized Institutions
The applicants must have studied any of the following subjects:
Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
(c) A Credit Diploma from any of the following Agricultural Colleges:
Arapai, Nyabyeya, Fisheries Training Institute Entebbe,
Bukalasa, Busitema, Veterinary Training Institute- Entebbe.
The candidates should have studied any of the following subjects:
Agriculture, Biology.
(d) A Credit Diploma from any of the Schools of Health (Medicine)
Radiographers, Dispensers, Nurses, Medical Laboratory Technicians or Environmental Health Officers.
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry
An Ordinary Credit Diploma from UTCs and recognized Technical Colleges with qualifications in Chemistry and Mathematics or related fields.
(b) A Credit Diploma in Education with Chemistry and either Mathematics or Physics.
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
Relevant Second Class Diploma from recognized Institutions in the following areas:
Biotechnology, Biology, Agriculture, Biomedical Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Aquaculture
At least a Second Class or Credit Diploma in Fisheries Management and Technology, Aquaculture Yacht and Boat Building, Veterinary Sciences or the equivalent from recognised Institutions.
Bachelor of Sports Science
At least a Second Class or Credit Diploma in the relevant subject(s) such as Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Commerce, from recognised Institutions of Higher Learning.
Bachelor of Science in Conservation Biology
At least a Second Class or Credit Diploma from recognised Institutions with a bias in Biology, Chemistry, Forestry, Wildlife, Animal Husbandry, Environmental Education and Environmental Management.
Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Geosciences and Production
The applicant must have obtained at least a Second Class or Credit Diploma in Science based disciplines with a bias either, in Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics, or a Higher Diploma in Engineering and /or Geo-sciences.
Bachelor of Science (External)
At least a Second Class Diploma in Education from National Teachers Colleges.
The applicants must have studied any of the following subjects:
Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Physics, Geography or Agriculture.
DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS FOR 2021-2022 ACADEMIC YEAR DRAFT.doc
Government Sponsorship Undergraduate Admissions Lists 2021/2022
The Office of the Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released admission lists for Government sponsored students for A‘ Level Applicants for the Academic Year 2021/2022. The Office has also released the Public Universities Joint Admissions Board Cut Off Points for Government Admissions.
The attachments below are for the courses tenable at Makerere University and Makerere University Business School respectively.
Mak-Government-Sponsorship-Admission-List-2021-2022.pdf.pdf MUBS-Government-Sponsorship-Admission-List-2020-2021.pdf.pdf
Undergraduate Admissions 2021/2022
The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications from Ugandan, East African, South Sudan and international applicants for the undergraduate programmes listed below under the private sponsorship scheme for the 2021/2022 Academic Year.
Each applicant should:
EITHER
Have the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least five passes, or its equivalent and at least two principal passes at advanced level (UACE) obtained at the same sitting. (For day programmes only candidates who sat A’ Level in 2020, 2019 and 2018 are eligible to apply and for evening, afternoon, and external programmes, a candidate is not restricted on the year of sitting A Level.
OR
Hold at least a Second Class/Credit (or equivalent classification) Diploma or otherwise as specified in the Diploma Holders’ requirements from a recognised chartered institution, relevant to the programme applied for. Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates (not photocopies of certified copies) from the awarding institutions and one passport size photograph must be submitted to Office 315 level three (3) Senate Building after applying online. Details of the Diploma holders’ admission requirements for the 2021/2022 academic year can be found here: https://www.mak.ac.ug/application-procedures/diploma-holders
OR
Be a Graduate from a RECOGNISED CHARTERED UNIVERSITY. Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates (not photocopies of certified copies) from the awarding Institutions and one Passport size photography MUST be submitted to Office 315, Level three (3) Senate Building after applying online.
(i) (a) Applications are submitted online for all applicants but Diploma/Degree Holders and Internationals will have to submit CERTIFIED COPIES of their transcripts and certificates and a passport size photograph to OFFICE 315 AND 316, LEVEL 3, SENATE BUILDING.
(b) Other relevant information can be obtained from UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE, LEVEL 3, SENATE BUILDING OR CAN BE found on the University Website https://www.mak.ac.ug. Effective Tuesday 5th October, 2021.
(ii) A non-refundable application fee of shs.50,000/= for Ugandans, East African and s. Sudan applicants or $75 or equivalent for internationals plus bank charge of ugx2,750/= should be paid in any of the banks used by Uganda Revenue Authority.
(iii) CANDIDATES WHO HOLD GRADES X, Y, Z, 7 AND 9 OF ‘O’LEVEL RESULTS SHOULD NOT APPLY BECAUSE THEY ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADMISSION.
(iv) Diploma Holder applicants who hold class three (3) diploma certificates or pass Diplomas are not eligible for admission and therefore should not apply, except where stated in the Diploma Holders requirements.
How to Submit you application(User Guide)
1. Applicants should access the Institution’s Admissions URL https://apply.mak.ac.ug/ (Click on “HOW TO APPLY” for guidelines)
2. Create your account, by clicking on the REGISTER NOW. Use your full name, e-mail and Mobile No. Please note that your name must be similar to the one on your supporting academic documents for your application to be considered valid. If you changed your names please go to Senate Building Office 301 with an affidavit supporting the name change.
3. A One Time Password (OTP) will be sent to both your e-mail and mobile number.
4. The system will prompt you to change the password to the one you can easily remember.
5. To fill an application form the applicant clicks on the APPLY NOW button displayed on the appropriate running scheme (E.g. UNDERGRADUATE – DIRECT ENTRY, MATURE AGE, Diploma)
6. Click and fill all the SECTIONS OF THE FORM one SECTION at a time. SAVE each FORM SECTION before moving to the next SECTION. When complete SUBMIT the Application
7. Obtain a payment reference number by clicking on “Pay for Form” Button
8. Make a payment at any of the banks used by Uganda Revenue Authority
MOBILE MONEY PAYMENT STEPS:
- Dail *272*6# on either Mtn or Airtel
- Select option 3-Admission
- Select option 3-Pay Fees
- Enter reference number obtained from Application portal
- Details of Application form will be confirmed
- Enter PIN to confirm payment
The closing date for receiving applications for undergraduate admissions is Friday 5th November 2021.
WARNING:
- Applicants are strongly warned against presenting forged or other people’s academic documents to support their applications for admission. The consequences, if discovered, are very grave indeed.
- Do not buy any other documents not originating from the Academic Registrar’s Office. Those who buy them do so at their own risk.
- The Academic Registrar has not appointed any agent to act on his behalf to solicit for additional funds other than the application fee stated above.
Further details including fees structure can be accessed by following the link: Advert for Private Sponsorship Undergraduate Admissions 2021/22 Academic Year
Further information can be obtained by following the links below:
Alfred Masikye Namoah
Academic Registrar
DATE:5TH OCTOBER, 2021
Invitation to ACMIS Students’ Portal - Virtual Training at CoNAS
DICTS and the AR-ICT division invites all CoNAS students to a virtual engagement regarding the activation of the ACMIS student portal. This meeting, is scheduled for Thursday the 7th October 2021 at 2:00pm and will address;
1. How to access and use the ACMIS student portal.
2. What to do in the event that your bio-data, results or course information is missing or is inaccurate.
3. How to make deposits on tuition.
4. Any other ICT-related concerns that will be raised by students.
Topic: CoNAS Go-Live Meeting for student training on ACMIS
Time: Oct 7, 2021 02:00 PM Nairobi
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/91638273341?pwd=ZjFDSG9ZakV2K2hOTW1vTXRmNUlDZz09
Meeting ID: 916 3827 3341
Passcode: 391256
Regards, Samuel
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Director ICT
Makerere University
Interdisciplinary Course (SDG 200)
The University of Bergen is pleased to invite applications for students of Makerere University to participate in an interdisciplinary course (SDG 200). The course is Undergraduate and Masters Level and open to all disciplines. The deadline for applications is 18 October 2021. The course will be held at sea (Pacific Ocean) for a period of 4 months ( 1 may – 25 August 2022). It is wonderful opportunity for students to get exposure to an interdisciplinary team of researchers addressing global challenges. Please note that preparations are still on going in terms of financing, therefore it is not possible to indicate how many positions are available at this stage, but given the nature of the course (preparations required). It would advantageous for those interested to indicate as much at this point in time.
PhD Defense By Mr. Anywar Godwin
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 797 866 7215
Passcode: 994632
PhD Public Defense by Mr. Gumisiriza Robert
Mr. Gumisiriza Robert an Assistant Lecturer in Department of Biochemistry and Sports Sciences will be defending his PhD Thesis on "Enhancement of Anaerobic Digestion of Banana Waste by Reactor Design and Substrate Pre-treatment for Improved Biogas Production" at University of Kassel, Witzehausen,Germany tomorrow Thursday 23, sept 2021 at 10AM-Berlin Time
Zoom-Meeting Link: https://uni-kassel.zoom.us/j/99946568189?pwd=bDBNeC9yUkQzWXNBMytpZHdxL0Eydz09 Meeting-ID: 999 4656 8189 Kenncode: 684346 Über SIP beitreten 99946568189@call.easymeet24.com Über SIP beitreten 99946568189@call.easymeet24.com Über H.323 beitreten call.easymeet24.com Kenncode: 684346 Meeting-ID: 999 4656 8189PhD Defense By Mr. Inuwa Badamasi
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 797 866 7215
Passcode: 994632
Postdoc in plant developmental biology
Department of Plant & Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen is offering a full-time postdoc position for 2 years in plant developmental biology commencing 1 December 2021 or as soon as possible thereafter. They are recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to work on a two-year project (extension possible) aimed at manipulating plant development using microProtein engineering. MicroProteins are small single-domain proteins that have been shown to control diverse biological pathways (see e.g. Hong et al., PNAS, 2020).