Thesis supervisor: Gábor Földvári
Location of studies (in Hungarian): Institute of Evolution Centre for Ecological Research 1121 Budapest, Konkoly-Thege Miklós út 29-33. Abbreviation of location of studies: ELKH
Description of the research topic:
More than 50% of humanity now resides in cities, and the proportion is drastically growing annually. This has several consequences, among others, the epidemiological risk posed by several urbanised vertebrates, such as the brown rats (Rattus norvegicus). The mere presence of these rodents has caused serious problems in cities all over the world including Budapest. We have, however, limited information about the human and animal health risks they pose. Within this PhD work we will document the most important zoonotic pathogens and parasites carried by rats. We will also try to figure out whether the rats of the capital genetically belong to the same population and whether spatial differences in their infection rates within the city exist. The work will be performed under the DAMA (Document, Assess, Monitor, Act) framework that enables us not only to find but also to monitor the pathogens found relevant during molecular epidemiological risk assessment and to make suggestions to reduce human infection risk.
Required language skills: English Further requirements: Relevant (Biology MSc, DVM, MD) degree; interest and/or experience in field work, laboratory work, molecular biology; motivation in research and in the topic and mobility (willingness to take part on research trips abroad)
Number of students who can be accepted: 1
Deadline for application: 2023-05-31
2024. IV. 17. ODT ülés Az ODT következő ülésére 2024. június 14-én, pénteken 10.00 órakor kerül sor a Semmelweis Egyetem Szenátusi termében (Bp. Üllői út 26. I. emelet).
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