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electromagnetic PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 55 electromagnetic PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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High-performance computational techniques and numerical methods for the electromagnetic simulation of semiconductor and communications devices

This PhD project is at the intersection of electromagnetism, numerical methods, and high-performance parallel computing, with application towards the design and optimisation of integrated circuits, antennas, and electromagnetic metasurfaces. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S S Sharma
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Electromagnetic Sensing for High-Temperature Microstructural Evolution

This PhD redefines electromagnetic sensing by moving beyond magnetic permeability-dominated approaches to establish a conductivity-driven eddy-current framework for tracking microstructural evolution at high temperature. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof C Davis, Dr F Zhou
 25 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Novel Electromagnetic Sensing Arrays for Complex Materials and Structures

  Research Group: Ultrasonics & NDT
Electromagnetic (EM) sensing is emerging as a powerful enabling technology for modern high-value manufacturing. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Hughes
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Next-Generation Robotic Electromagnetic Non-Destructive Evaluation for Welding, Additive Manufacturing, and Automated Fiber Placement

Conventional electromagnetic (EM) NDE methods are well established for surface and near-surface inspection of metallic components, but their deployment remains largely manual, offline, and poorly integrated with modern manufacturing automation. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof S.G. Pierce, Dr E Mohseni
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding
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Electromagnetic Non-Destructive Evaluation for Critical Applications

The detection and characterisation of damage, material properties and foreign objects by Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) is crucial to society and throughout industry. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A Peyton
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Electromagnetic Time Reversal (EMTR) for Partial Discharge localisation in complex networks using only one observation point

This project aims to investigate the innovative Electromagnetic Time reversal (EMTR) theory to localise partial discharges (PDs), using one observation point, in complex network topologies. . Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Ragusa
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Exploring the Potential of Near-Range Radar in Non-Invasive Neuroimaging

1. Introduction and Motivation Non-invasive neuroimaging is a cornerstone of modern neuroscience and clinical diagnostics. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr L Zou
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Reconfigurable and programmable microwave devices and antenna systems using new materials and smart structures

With the pervasive use of wireless communication systems from land to space, static communication hardware no longer meets the diverse and dynamic deployment needs. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof Y Wang
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Intelligent Metamaterials/Metasurfaces for 5G/6G Wireless Networks

Background and Motivation. Within the framework of 5G/6G infrastructure, advancements in network architectures and service integration are enabling emerging technologies such as Intelligent Metamaterials and Metasurface antenna systems. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr NOP Ojaroudi Parchin, Prof C H See
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Waves Against Cancer: Acoustic and Microwave Energy as Competing Modalities in Breast Cancer Cell Regulation

About the Project. This is a Self-Funded/Sponsored PhD opportunity. FUNDING REQUIRED. Full UK/EU or International Tuition Fees. UK Living Expenses. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T Martin
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Development of ignition systems for energy systems

There have been consistent efforts in developing more fast and efficient combustion. Microwave discharges are widely used for plasma-assisted ignition of air/fuel mixtures. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr K Volkov
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Externally coupled structures for THz-driven electron beam deflection

About the Project. This project is a unique opportunity to join a vibrant research team from Lancaster University, University of Manchester and The Cockcroft Institute at Daresbury Laboratory, Warrington, UK, developing world leading concepts for novel acceleration using laser-generated THz pulse. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Letizia
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Dynamic Metasurfaces for Advanced Signal Processing

Supervisory Team. Dr Sajjad Taravati. Design and build software-controlled smart surfaces to shape wireless signals for advanced applications like analogue computation and next-generation communications. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr #s Taravati
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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AI Based Tools for Subsea Cable Routing for Offshore Wind Farms (Ref: CO/VG-SF1/2026)

Cable routing is a non-trivial aspect of offshore wind farm development. An optimal route must balance multiple factors such as thermal efficiency, soil type, benthic communities, shipping traffic, fishing zones, etc. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr v.gunturi@lboro.ac.uk Gunturi, Prof ND Dethlefs
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Digital Engineering for Fusion: Uncertainty Quantification and Validation Frameworks

  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
Project Overview. The development of reliable predictive models and through - life engineering strategies for future fusion power plants presents one of the most significant challenges in modern engineering. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S Perin
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

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