Influence of environmental factors on the early life history of octopuses

Evaluate the influences of environmental factors and stressors on the early life stages of cephalopods (octopus and squid) by means of experimental studies with live paralarvae. The early life history of cephalopods is a period of intense mortality due to diverse selective pressures imposed by the environment, from physical (temperature, salinity), chemical (pH) to biological (prey availability, dissolved O2) and microbial. A better understanding of the selective pressures controlling survival and dispersal may facilitate our understanding of key factors influential to early life mortality in cephalopods, besides improving their rearing conditions.

Language requirements: 
English
Specific competences required : 
Like to work with small animals and to conduct lab experiments
Safety issues: 
no
Accommodation possibilities : 
No, but it is easy to find accommodation for students and roommates. Costs are around U$ 150 per month and help can be provided to find a place to stay
Additional costs to be covered by the student: 
No