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fuel PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 214 fuel PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Fuel cells for life – Developing computational tools for assessing fuel cell degradation
Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), such as vans and heavy-duty trucks, will play a critical role in the decarbonization of the transportation sector. Read more
The impact of fossil fuel subsidy reforms in Indonesia on health financing and health outcomes
For additional information, including how to apply, go here. Please familiarise yourself with the information available there and email only with concrete queries; vague manifestation-of-interest emails may receive no reply. Read more
Spent Nuclear Fuel: Its Behaviour During Geological Disposal
Supervisors. 1) Professor Colin Boxall, Lancaster University. 2) Dr Richard Wilbraham, Lancaster University. 3) Dr Luke Townsend, NWS Ltd. Read more
Design and performance optimization of Proton exchange membrane fuel cell for aviation application
Commercial aviation currently accounts for approximately 2.6% of annual global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from fossil fuel combustion. Read more
Improvement of the efficiency of PEM fuel cells through the use of appropriate sealing means
Fuel cells are very strong competitors to the conventional energy conversion technologies which are responsible for the emission of the greenhouse gases. Read more
Quantifying the Impact of Sustainable Aviation Fuel on Ice Crystal Nucleation Using a Cloud Chamber and Numerical Modelling
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is gaining global attention as a critical solution for reducing the environmental impact of aviation. Read more
Nuclear-Powered Space Propulsion and Terrestrial Reactors: Advanced Modelling of Particulate Fuel Behaviour
Saturn_Nuclear_CDT. The University of Manchester invites applications for a funded PhD position focused on developing a cutting-edge computational framework to model particulate fuel behaviour in nuclear reactors designed for both space propulsion and terrestrial applications. Read more
Next generation radiators for hydrogen fuel cell powered aircraft
This PhD will comprise low order fluid dynamic, heat transfer and thermodynamic modelling of hydrogen fuel cell propulsion with focus on the thermal management system, in particular the radiator that is required for rejection of heat to atmosphere in liquid cooled systems. Read more
Manufacture of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Using Electroless Co Deposition
Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) are promising energy technology devices for the highly efficient conversion of chemical to electrical energy. The higher operating temperature of SOFCs potentially give greater fuel flexibility so can act as a bridge between existing hydrocarbon fuels and future energy frameworks based on low carbon fuels such as hydrogen. Read more
Efficient PEM fuel cells for portable applications
Proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells are an efficient technology which can be used in a wide portable, automotive and stationary applications. Read more
Sustainable Carbon Nanomaterials for Electrochemical Energy Conversion in Hydrogen Fuel Cells
The Hydrogen Economy will help to shift society away from fossil fuels and contribute to decarbonisation. Electrochemical processes are at the heart of the hydrogen economy providing a means to convert renewable energy into green hydrogen via electrolysis or converting hydrogen into electrical power using fuel cells. Read more
Robust Nuclear Fuels for Future Applications
Saturn_Nuclear_CDT. Nuclear energy will play a key role in providing energy for important applications in the future. Read more
Thermal Management for Future Aerospace Propulsion
Context. Global targets to cut carbon-dioxide emissions by 2050 are pushing forward the development of sustainable aircraft. If action is not taken, the annual atmospheric CO. Read more
Construction of Predictive Models for Pre-screening of Sustainable Aviation Fuels
Utilisation of novel Sustainable Aviation Fuels, as a blend or standalone replacement of petroleum-based fuels, in aviation sector is subject to a challenging, and stringent multi-stage approval process, requiring tests that exceed millions of pounds in tests, tens of thousands of liters of fuel, years of testing, and sustained commitment of resources for fuel producers. Read more
Research Studentship in ‘Deformation and fracture of TRISO fuel particles’
Research Studentship in ‘Deformation and fracture of TRISO fuel particles’. 3.5-year DPhil studentship . Supervisors: Prof Dong (Lilly) Liu and Prof Emilio Martinez-Paneda. Read more