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computational science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 389 computational science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Mechanism-Guided Design of High-Entropy Ceramic Architectures for Hydrogen and Fusion Energy Systems

The transition toward net-zero energy technologies requires materials capable of operating under increasingly aggressive environments. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Daniel
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Designing layered nuclear fuel systems by improved understanding of Cr-X and Cr-Nb-X alloys

Accident tolerant fuel systems are being developed to improve the safety and longevity of nuclear reactors. One promising option is a chromium-based coating applied to the fuel cladding, which can limit oxidation during a loss-of-coolant accident and extend the useful lifetime of the fuel. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T Davey
 15 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Discrete models of cellular materials

The mechanical properties of plant and animal tissues are strongly influenced by the arrangement of their constituent cells. Discrete models, in which cells are represented as polygons or polyhedra, provide a popular and powerful modelling framework for understanding tissue biomechanics. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof O Jensen
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Physics-Informed, Explainable, and Uncertainty-Aware AI for polymer extrusion modelling

Polymer extrusion is a fundamental stage in polymer processing, producing polymeric materials for a wide range of applications including packaging, construction, and healthcare. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Abeykoon
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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One-dimensional Graphene Nanoribbons and Two-dimensional Covalent Organic Frameworks for Quantum Technologies

Quantum technologies are poised to transform computing, communication, and sensing. At the heart of these advances lie novel quantum materials with precisely tailored properties. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Keerthi
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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4-year PhD: Studying mito-nuclear genetic effects on cell motility in Drosophila melanogaster

Cell motility is a fundamental biological property that underlies important processes such as development, immunity and cancer progression. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Reuter, Dr Nick Lane (UCL), Dr FC Camus
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Understanding the evolution of structural variation of the drug metabolising gene CYP2D6

  Research Group: Genetics
The way our bodies process medicines is not uniform across individuals, and a significant part of that variation is written into our DNA. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof E Hollox, Dr FF Freund
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Intelligent Portfolio Optimisation for Basin-Wide Offshore Decommissioning: Scheduling, Economics, and Market Coordination

Important. This project is fully funded for Home/UK students only. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof Meneguzzi Meneguzzi, Dr C Mu, Dr T Cheret
 9 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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MSc by Research in Biology - Editing Seasonal Time: CRISPR Analysis of Flowering-Time Regulators (Plant Chronobiology Hub)

Primary Supervisor. Prof Seth Davis. Co-supervisors. Dr Daphne Ezer and Dr James Ronald. About the project. Plants flower at the right time of year by using the circadian clock to measure day length and convert seasonal cues into development. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof S J Davis, Dr D Ezer, Dr J Ronald
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Patient-Specific Modelling of Intraoperative Infusion Dynamics Using Time-Resolved MRI

**Please note that we may close the advert sooner than the advertised deadline in the event that a suitable candidate is shortlisted**. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof W Gray, Dr M Palombo, Dr L Beltrachini, Dr D Gallichan
 31 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/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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Optimising resilience and sustainability of structures through developing new-era fire engineering performance design exemplars

  Research Group: School of Civil Engineering
This fully funded PhD provides an exciting opportunity to pursue postgraduate research in performance-based fire engineering for buildings, improving life safety, structural robustness and low-carbon design decisions. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof N Nikitas, Dr M Bocian
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Translational development of cardiac diffusion tensor imaging in cardiometabolic and valvular disease using machine learning

UK applicants only. Heart failure is a major global health challenge, affecting millions of people and placing a huge burden on patients, families, and the NHS. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Afzali, Dr A Singh, Dr TP Pearce
 2 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Real-time 4D Imaging of Transient Multiphase Flows

Multiphase flows are common in natural and industrial processes, such as fuel injection in high-speed aeroengines (e.g., Scramjets), bubbles in electrolyzers, and blood flows. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr K Rajamanickam
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PhD in Personalized caRe and Innovation in Medicine and Engineering (PRIME)

The joint PhD Program in Personalized caRe and Innovation in Medicine and Engineering (PRIME) trains researchers in biomedical engineering, clinical research, and health sciences, with a focus on precision medicine and sustainable healthcare. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  PhD Research Programme

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