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Unveiling a Hidden Gem: The Discovery of a New Freshwater Red Algal Species (Sheathia meghalayensis Elaya Perumal & Palanisamy, 2026) in Meghalaya, India by Botanical Survey of India

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The Discovery of Sheathia meghalayensis   Elaya Perumal & Palanisamy, 2026 The world of phycology—the study of algae—just got a little more fascinating. While marine red algae dominate our coastal vocabulary, their freshwater counterparts, the Rhodophyta, represent an ancient and highly specialized evolutionary lineage. (Photo credit: Dr. U Elaya Perumal, Botanical Survey of India) In a paper published in Current Science , researchers U. Elaya Perumal and M. Palanisamy from the Botanical Survey of India announced a major taxonomic breakthrough: the discovery of a distinct, critically endangered freshwater red alga named Sheathia meghalayensis  Elaya Perumal & Palanisamy, 2026 . (Photo credit: Dr. U Elaya Perumal, Botanical Survey of India) The Background: Filling a Critical Gap in India’s Biodiversity Northeastern India is recognized as a global biodiversity hotspot, yet its freshwater macroalgae have historically lagged behind marine species in documentation. Prior su...

Post-doctoral Fellow in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics in the Department of Physics

 Post-doctoral Fellow in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics in the Department of Physics

Ref.: 525878

Work type: Full-time

Department: Department of Physics (25600)

Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Post-doctoral Fellow in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics in the Department of Physics (Ref.: 525878)


We now invite applications for the captioned posts in Prof. Wang YAO’s group (2 posts available).

 

Duties and Responsibilities


Work on projects related to 2D quantum materials and twistronics

 

Requirements


a Ph.D. degree in physics

the ability to work independently and in a team

self-motivated and responsible

 

What We Offer

 

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

 

How to Apply

 

The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. They should also arrange 3 referees to send reference letters to Prof. Wang YAO by email (wangyao@hku.hk) directly. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until 10 Nov, 2024, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.


The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Advertised:Feb 21, 2024 (HK Time)

Applications close:Nov 10, 2024 (HK Time)

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