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computational fluid dynamics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 43 computational fluid dynamics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Quantum Supersolids: Solitons, Vortices, and Nonlinear Dynamics (PROMENTD_U27EMPSFMF)

Primary Supervisor. Dr. Davide Proment. A supersolid is one of the most intriguing recently realised phases of quantum matter, simultaneously exhibiting the crystalline structure of solids and the frictionless flow of superfluids. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Proment
 30 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Haemoelasticity and Biomechanics of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAA)

  Research Group: Thermofluids
The progression and rupture risk of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) are governed by a complex interplay between blood flow dynamics and the mechanical properties of the aortic wall. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Harish
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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How Do Mechanical Forces Shape Organs? Developmental Biophysics and Bioengineering of Ciliated Tissues

We invite applications from candidates eligible for UK student status for a PhD project investigating how mechanical forces contribute to development, and how these principles can be harnessed to inspire engineering solutions for tissue repair and regenerative medicine. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr F Boselli
 14 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PhD opportunity in Mathematical Modelling of Energy Towers for Sustainable Power Generation

We are seeking a motivated and talented PhD student to investigate the topic of Energy Towers (also known as downdraft towers) as an innovative renewable energy technology. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Schwartz
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Science Research Opportunities at the University of East Anglia

The Faculty of Science is part of Norwich Research Park, one of Europe's leading research centres conducting cutting-edge multidisciplinary research with an annual research spend of over £130 million. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  PhD Opportunities
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Three-dimensional water-waves

Over 50 years ago at Caltech, Richard Feynman stated that ``Waves easily seen by everyone and which are usually used as an example of waves in elementary courses are water waves. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Keeler
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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Data-Driven Approaches to Understanding and Predicting Aircraft Icing Effects

Aircraft icing is a well-recognised hazard that occurs when supercooled water droplets in the atmosphere freeze upon contact with aircraft surfaces. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Lin
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Development of a Multi-Scale Optimisation Framework for Nanoparticle-Enhanced Closed-Loop Geothermal Systems

These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Gomes, Dr V Vaziri
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Numerical modelling of sediment transport and erosion processes

Coastal erosion is one of the key impacts of changing sea-levels as a result of climate change and presents a significant threat to large populations around the world. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr D Barreto, Dr CK Kadapa
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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An Advanced Numerical Modeling Framework for the Design and Optimisation of Next-Generation Electrolysers for Green Hydrogen Production in Maritime Applications (DONE-H2Mar)

The International Maritime Organisation's mandate for halving maritime emissions by 2050 has intensified the transition to alternative fuels. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr MA Andredaki, Dr AG Georgoulas, Dr IC Carnacina, Mr AW Ward
 5 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Near-wall domain decomposition for turbulence modelling based on RANS-LES

For many years, the resolution of the near-wall turbulent layer is a hot topic in fluid dynamics. Near-wall turbulence modelling is a computationally expensive problem. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Utyuzhnikov
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Giant planet atmospheric modelling

These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Young, Dr N Rubido
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Exploring Venus’ atmosphere using data assimilation

These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Young, Dr G Sandip
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only