Diffusion Stream Models for Real-time Remote Sensing in Environmental Monitoring
We are seeking a PhD candidate for a research project aimed at developing a real-time, scalable monitoring system that leverages diffusion-based stream models and complex event processing to detect and explain anomalous methane (CHâ‚„) emissions using satellite and sensor data. The candidate will design a novel AI framework that integrates remote sensing time series (e.g. from Sentinel-5P, GHGSat) with multi-modal data streams—including weather, land use, and industrial activity—to identify high-risk events such as leaks from agricultural zones, landfills, or fossil fuel infrastructure. A key focus will be on interpretability and operational readiness, ensuring the system can support timely responses by environmental regulators, industry, and policy-makers. Success in this role requires collaboration with industry partners, reporting weekly throughout the project’s duration.
Scholarship details
The School of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Griffith University is a leading institution dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation in the fields of computer science, information technology, and digital systems.
The successful applicant will be based at Griffith University Gold Coast.
The selection of applicants for higher degree research scholarships at Griffith University considers academic merit and research background. To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate strong analytical skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a commitment to meeting research deadlines. Evidence of a passion for environmental sustainability and advanced data analytics is essential, along with a strong desire to contribute to innovative research in greenhouse gas emission tracking using hyperspectral satellite imagery and cutting-edge visualisation and analytical methods.
- Expressions of interest are welcome from domestic and onshore international applicants and international applicants. If you are an international applicant who is currently offshore please consider the viability of travelling costs before submitting an expression of interest. Please see the FAQs web page for requirements for offshore international applicants.
- Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete, a bachelors degree with honours equivalent to second class/division A honours or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a significant research component of a standard comparable to a bachelor honours degree or be regarded by Griffith University as having an equivalent level of attainment. For further information on the eligibility requirements for the program refer here.
The Griffith Industry PhD Scholarship Scheme has an annual stipend of $50,000 for a period of up to 3.5 years of full-time study. Please see the Industry PhD Scholarship for more information.
A successful International applicant will also be awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to 3.5 years. Please see the GUIPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
As a scholarship holder, you will study with a University that ranks among the top 2% worldwide and spans across campuses in South East Queensland. At Griffith University, we’ve worked hard to create a culture that will challenge you to be curious, creative and courageous. We also support the professional and personal development of all our HDR candidates and invest in the skills of our people. Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. Griffith's strategic goals are to also increase the proportion of women in senior academic and administrative roles and in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM).
For project related enquiries please contact:
Associate Professor Jun Jo
Phone: +61 (0)7 5552 8266
Email: j.jo@griffith.edu.au
For administration enquiries please contact:
Griffith Graduate Research School
Phone: (07) 3735 3817
Please do not select the “APPLY” button. All expressions of interest must be submitted to j.jo@griffith.edu.au containing:
- Statement addressing your suitability for the project/scholarship
- Research proposal
- Evidence that you have completed a program with the required grades as detailed in the about you section
- A curriculum vitae (CV)
- Two reference letters
The closing date for expressions of interest is Saturday 15 November 2025 5pm AEST.
The preferred applicant will then be invited to apply for the program and scholarship on-line.
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