Unlike all other algae, they have no cell wall. Most euglenoids make their own food using light energy from the Sun but are capable of surviving in the dark if fed organic materials. Some species are heterotrophic, meaning they do not produce their own food but feed on organic matter suspended in the water. Golden-brown algae (Chrysophyta). The Chrysophyta, or golden-brown algae and diatoms, are named for the yellow pigments they possess.
Complete an undergraduate degree in a broad field. To qualify for a PhD program, you will need a solid record of undergraduate coursework from a reputable university. This degree should demonstrate your potential for both advanced coursework and independent research.
Students must first take advanced courses in their field for a few years, followed by a set of comprehensive exams. After this is accomplished, Ph.D. students produce a dissertation project, which can vary in its time to completion.ourses. Full-time Ph.D. candidates typically take advanced courses during their first 2-3 years of study. The number of course credits required to get a Ph.D. may vary widely, depending on the university's semester or quarter schedule and the doctoral program.