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Improvement of the efficiency of PEM fuel cells through the use of appropriate sealing means
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Fuel cells are very strong competitors to the conventional energy conversion technologies which are responsible for the emission of the greenhouse gases. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof D Ingham, Prof K Hughes
Open Day(s)  Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Efficient PEM fuel cells for portable applications
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells are an efficient technology which can be used in a wide portable, automotive and stationary applications. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes, Dr M Ismail
Open Day(s)  Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Molecular modelling and experimental Investigation of the oxygen reduction reaction in PEM fuel cells.
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane (PEM) fuel cells are of great promise for future energy production systems, encompassing large scale down to portable power source applications, with the promise of high efficiency and minimal pollutant emission. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof D Ingham, Prof K Hughes
Open Day(s)  Year round applications PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Nanoscale imaging of the cathode electrodes used in PEM fuel cells
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells are a promising clean power conversion technology as they are efficient and can operate at low temperatures. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes, Dr M Ismail
Open Day(s)  Year round applications PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Novel cathode electrodes for PEM fuel cells
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells can operate at low temperatures and are scalable. Therefore, they can be used in a wide range of applications, such as portable, automotive and stationary applications. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes, Dr M Ismail
Open Day(s)  Year round applications PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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New light-responsive electrolytes for energy conversion
Aberdeen University School of Engineering
In this PhD project, we will develop new electrolytes with high ionic conductivity to increase the efficiency of fuel cells and batteries. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A Martinez-Felipe, Mr J Cavanagh
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Ultra-low loading Pt electrocatalysts based on carbon supported alloys for oxygen reduction in hydrogen fuel cells and their lifetime prediction
University of Lincoln College of Science
This project aims to develop sustainable and low-cost oxygen electrocatalyst based on the carbon framework supported ultra-low loading Pt alloy clusters to realise the high performance and stable energy outputs. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr G He, Dr S Jiang, Prof D Brett
 14 March 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Characterisation of the porous media used in PEM fuel cells
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells are one of the most promising clean power conversion technology that has been increasingly adopted by several countries to reduce the emission of the greenhouse gas emissions. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes, Dr M Ismail
Open Day(s)  Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Enhancing the conductivity of the solid electrolyte Ba7Nb4MoO20 for application in intermediate temperature fuel cells
Aberdeen University Department of Chemistry
Fuel cells convert chemical energy directly into electrical energy with high efficiency and low emission of pollutants. In a fuel cell the reaction between hydrogen and oxygen produces water and electricity and as such provides a clean alternative to fossil fuels. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof A McLaughlin, Dr E Wildman
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Novel gas diffusion layers and catalyst supports for proton exchange membrane fuel cells
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Fuel cells have been considered as one of the promising technologies for the next generation energy production systems, because of their high energy efficiency and low pollutant emission. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof D Ingham, Prof K Hughes
Open Day(s)  Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Air handling system optimisation for Fuel cell applications
University of Bath Centre for Doctoral Training in Advanced Automotive Propulsion Systems (AAPS)
Delivering zero emission heavy duty automotive applications is expected to involve the extensive use of fuel cells. Like traditional combustion engines, fuel cells require an air handling system to provide a pressurised flow of oxygen to react with the hydrogen fuel. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr RDB Burke
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

This research project is one of a number of projects at this institution. It is in competition for funding with one or more of these projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be awarded the funding. The funding is only available to UK citizens or those who have been resident in the UK for a period of 3 years or more. Some projects, which are funded by charities or by the universities themselves may have more stringent restrictions.

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EPSRC Industrial CASE Studentship: Quality control for hydrogen fuel cell and electrolyser electrodes
University of Strathclyde Department of Chemical and Process Engineering
Clean hydrogen is rapidly gaining traction as an essential component of a low carbon economy and could potentially meet 24% of the world’s energy needs by 2050. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Brightman
 12 April 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

This research project has funding attached. It is only available to UK citizens or those who have been resident in the UK for a period of 3 years or more. Some projects, which are funded by charities or by the universities themselves may have more stringent restrictions.

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Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Technology
University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering
Fuel cells have been considered as one of the promising technologies for the next generation energy production systems, because of their high energy efficiency and low pollutant emission. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof D Ingham, Prof K Hughes
Open Day(s)  Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Graphene and nanoparticle hybrid materials for energy applications (Melbourne Dual Award)
The University of Manchester Department of Materials
  Research Group: Nano and Functional Materials
We offer an exciting opportunity to pursue a dual PhD degree between the University of Manchester and the University of Melbourne on the topic of graphene and nanomaterials for energy applications. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A Vijayaraghavan, Dr P Gorgojo
 12 March 2021 PhD Research Project

PhD Research Project

PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Deposition and characterisation of high corrosion resistance and electrically insolating thin film coatings
University of Leeds Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
  Research Group: School of Mechanical Engineering
The UK government target of net zero emission by 2050 and the phase-out of passenger cars with internal combustion engine is facing great challenges in the research of alternative energy resources, such as wind and solar energies, batteries and fuel cells. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr L Yang, Prof R Brydson
 28 March 2021 PhD Research Project

PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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