Charles Cockell
Professor of Astrobiology · College of Science and Engineering · University of Edinburgh
Quick answer: Charles Cockell is Professor of Astrobiology at University of Edinburgh. Charles Cockell shows an active PhD hiring signal as of 2026-09-11.
⭐ Charles currently offers the following PhD project opportunities:
- At the desiccation limit for life
- Habitability of Extraterrestrial Environments
Research interests
My research group is interested in astrobiology and microbiology. Our particular research focus lies in the study of life in extreme environments, understanding the diversity, processes and biosignatures of life in extremes, and the potential habitability of extraterrestrial environments.
Selected publications (since 2023)
[2026] Self-organized pattern formation in geological soft matter
[2026] A framework for evaluating biosignature potential against the abiotic baseline on ocean worlds
[2026] A long-lived impact-generated hydrothermal system at the Chicxulub impact structure
[2026] Antarctic snow algal responses to temperature - potential implications of climate change
[2026] Bioleaching of critical trace metals by Sphingomonas desiccabilis: substrate-driven selectivity in Earth and space analogues
Frequently asked questions
Is Charles Cockell hiring PhD students at University of Edinburgh?
Yes. As of 2026-09-11, Charles Cockell's faculty page shows a PhD hiring signal: Charles currently offers the following PhD project opportunities:
- At the desiccation limit for life
- Habitability of Extraterrestrial Environments.
What does Charles Cockell research?
My research group is interested in astrobiology and microbiology. Our particular research focus lies in the study of life in extreme environments, understanding the diversity, processes and biosignatures of life in extremes, and the potential habitability of extraterrestrial environments.
Data last updated: 2026-09-11 · Source: phd-match.com faculty database.
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