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environmental science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 363 environmental science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Unravelling the effects of dynamics on catalysis in porous materials through advanced NMR spectroscopy

  Research Group: Department of Chemistry, Analytical Methods and Physical Chemistry Theme
More efficient catalytic and separation processes that require less energy and enable the sustainable utilisation of small molecules and chemical feedstocks are essential for achieving net zero and reducing the environmental impact of modern industry. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Nilsson, Dr D Lee
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Autonomous Sensor Design and Verification

  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
Sensing is essential for machines to interact intelligently and safely with the external environment, much like humans do[1, 2]. Human tactile sensing, for instance, allows us to handle a variety of objects, from delicate berries to heavy payloads – by adapting our touch and pressure accordingly. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr BJ Jamil, Prof A M Tyrrell
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Investigating Neuropeptide Signalling From Synthesis to Survival

Project Overview. Neuropeptides, comprising of short amino acid chains, are potent bioactive molecules with extensive neuromodulatory functions and are predominantly expressed within the central nervous system. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A B Bicknell, Dr E Kevei
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Exploring the interplay between ageing, gut microbiome, and neurodegenerative diseases

Project Overview. Neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease represent major health risks in ageing societies. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Kevei
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Agentic AI-Based Behaviour and Intent Prediction within Aviation Operations

Are you ready to shape the future of aviation operation and create AI solutions that enhance operator safety and effectiveness in real-time? This PhD project offers an exciting opportunity to design and implement agentic AI-based systems capable of predicting behaviours and intentions in high-stakes aviation environments. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Moshfeghi
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Machine Learning for Semi-Automated Evaluation of Computer Programming Assignments

Evaluating student assignments puts a tremendous burden to teachers. Besides investigating if, and in what extent, a student has used AI, other aspects have to be evaluated as well, such as creativity and/or originality, just to name a few. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof T Horváth
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Low Complexity Models for Computer Vision Applications

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 Korhonen, Dr D Yi
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Surface chemistry and gas reactions in hollow-core optical fibres

Supervisory Team. Professor Austin Taranta, Professor Natallie Wheeler and Dr. Hesameddin Mohammadi. Hollow core fibres are transforming applications in communications, sensing, and high-power laser delivery. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Taranta
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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PhD Position in Biodegradable Thread-Based Materials for Soft Transient Electronics – Dalhousie University, Canada

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join an interdisciplinary research program focused on the development of biodegradable, thread-based materials for use in flexible, transient electronic platforms. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof Y Wu
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Mid-infrared hollow-core fibre and laser development

Supervisory Team. Dr Ian Davidson, Dr Lin Xu and Professor Natalie Wheeler. About the Project. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr I Davidson
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Photonic fibres for renewable energy

Supervisory Team. Dr Pier Sazio, Dr Peter Horak and Prof Mike Zervas. This project repurposes photonic fibre technologies—central to global telecoms—for renewable energy applications, including solar generation and low-cost storage. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Sazio
 31 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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15 fully-funded 4-year MRes + PhD studentships at the EPSRC CDT in Future Infrastructure and Built Environment: Unlocking Net Zero (FIBE3 CDT)

The University of Cambridge invites applications for fully funded MRes + PhD studentships within the FIBE3 CDT, starting 1st October 2026. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Fluid Dynamics

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Fluid Dynamics offers a four-year programme that combines an integrated MSc (completed over the first two years) paired with a three-year PhD-level research programme. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  4 Year PhD Programme
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PhD in Development of Advanced Barrier Coatings for Extreme Environments with Rolls-Royce & DigitalMetal CDT

Applicants are invited to undertake a 4-year, enhanced stipend PhD studentship, within the Digital Metal CDT https://digitalmetal-cdt.ac.uk/ at the University of Nottingham. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof T Hussain
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Agentic AI-Based Behaviour and Intent Prediction within Aviation Operations

Are you ready to shape the future of aviation operation and create AI solutions that enhance operator safety and effectiveness in real-time? This PhD project offers an exciting opportunity to design and implement agentic AI-based systems capable of predicting behaviours and intentions in high-stakes aviation environments. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Moshfeghi
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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