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University of Birmingham PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 214 University of Birmingham PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Automation of fNIRS research by ontological analysis

Efforts have been made to create guidelines [1] and standards [2] to improve the quality of the fNIRS experimentation and of the fNIRS research in general. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr F Orihuela-Espina
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Manifold based modelling of fNIRS neuroimages

In order to answer the myriad of specific research questions related to the brain as observed with fNIRS, current fNIRS analysis is based on ad-hoc models, whether from statistics e.g. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr F Orihuela-Espina
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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fNIRS neuroimaging data analysis of surgical neuroergonomics

Evaluating surgical expertise and fitness is of critical importance for patient safety. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr F Orihuela-Espina
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Study of reactivity in supramolecular materials

This position is a fully funded 3.5 year PhD studentship (UK home fees only) in the group of Dr Georgia Orton (https://ortonlab.uk/). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Orton
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Brain Tumour Diagnostics, Multi-Omics and Computational Biology

Requirements. - Degree in medicine (essential). - At level of ST1-3 with National Training Number (essential), ideally in pathology /neurosurgery/oncology; desirable). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr V Wykes
 29 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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A Critical Sociological Analysis of AI in Physical Education

We are looking for highly motivated and dedicated PhD candidates who are interested in exploring AI and Physical Education. As a candidate, you will have the opportunity to conduct a PhD project in the fields of Sports Pedagogy and Physical Education, and contribute to the body of literature in these areas. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y J Kim
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Safeguarding in Sport

We are looking for highly motivated and dedicated PhD candidates who are interested in exploring safeguarding in sport. As a candidate, you will have the opportunity to conduct a PhD project in the fields of Sports Coaching/Pedagogy and Safe Sport and contribute to the growing body of literature in these areas. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y J Kim
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Breaking batteries better: the science of smarter shredding

When Li-ion batteries are recycled at industrial scale, the first step is shredding. What comes out, a mixture called "black mass", determines everything that follows, from hydrometallurgical processing to the feasibility of direct recycling. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Sommerville, Dr P Allan
 26 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Modelling Battery Behaviour During Periods of Disuse

This project offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge modelling research with real-world impact on battery safety, sustainability, and environmental protection. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J E Edge
 28 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Development of a core outcome set for implementation science research

The School of Social Policy and Society is offering funding for a doctoral studentship to develop a core outcome set for implementation science research. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Retzer
 2 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Implementation of evidence into clinical practice to reduce surgical site infection

The School of Social Policy and Society is offering funding for doctoral research. The studentship will explore how we can ensure evidence from the National Institute for Health and Care Research funded ROSSINI-Platform trial (NIHR163832) is implemented into surgical practice. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Damery
 2 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Fibre-Polymer Composites for Structural Applications

Fiber-polymer composites are an innovative and sustainable alternative in construction due to their light weight, excellent fatigue resistance and durability. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr L Liu
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Electrochemical Optimisation for Waste-to-Value Conversion of Spent Coffee Grounds

Spent coffee grounds (SCG) are produced at scale by cafés, roasters, offices and households, yet are commonly downcycled or go to landfill. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Jones, Dr Ilija Rasovic, Dr K Goode
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Self Driving Lab for the investigation of emulsion

Most chemical products consist of multiple compounds that are formulated together, of which the development process is iterative, laborious, and complex. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof Z Zhang
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Energy System Digitalisation

1. Project Overview. Emerging smart grid technologies including artificial intelligence, distributed ledger, and data analytics drive the decarbonisation of energy systems with the least costs. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr WH Hua
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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