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hydrogen energy PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 99 hydrogen energy PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Advancing Hydrogen Flow Measurement: Thermophysical Properties and Advanced Thermodynamic Models

The transportation of hydrogen is a cornerstone of the emerging hydrogen economy. However, accurately measuring hydrogen flow rate presents unique challenges due to its physical properties and potential impurities. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr N Rahmanian
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Exploring nitrogen electrochemistry at elevated temperatures (Ref: CM/IMP-SF1/2026)

A huge amount of nitrogen fixation to ammonia-based fertiliser is required annually to maintain global food supply; it is estimated that artificial fixation accounts for 50% of the terrestrial nitrogen cycle. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr IM McPherson
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Next-Generation Railway Electrification and Operational Strategies for Decarbonisation

The railway sector is undergoing a profound transformation driven by ambitious decarbonisation targets, evolving patterns of passenger and freight demand, and the rapid integration of renewable energy technologies. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Z T Tian
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Multi-scale Computational & AI-Enabled Modelling of Electrochemical Energy Technologies (Ref: AAE-ZN-2514)

The rapid development of advanced electrochemical technologies, including batteries, fuel cells, electrolysers, is driving demand for high-performance, cost-effective, and durable systems. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr Z Niu, Prof V Pinfield
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Integrated CO₂ Co-Electrolysis and Biomass-Derived Hydrogen for Green Ammonia Production

Project details. Project develops a negative-carbon ammonia production process using biomass-derived syngas and system level modelling enabling low-pressure synthesis, replacing fossil-based Haber-Bosch. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Amiri
 30 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Novel Sorption Enhanced and Chemical Looping Processes for Low-Temperature Hydrogen Production and Carbon Capture

A fully funded 3-year PhD studentship is available in the research group of Dr Theodoros Papalas, within the School of Chemical Engineering at the University of Birmingham. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T Papalas
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Enhancing Membrane-Free Alkaline Electrolysis for Sustainable Hydrogen Production (Ref: LU-EnerHy 2026-27/004)

This PhD studentship is part of the Engineering Hydrogen NetZero (EnerHy) Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT), an EPSRC-funded initiative focused on advancing research and training in green hydrogen and wind energy. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S Calnan
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PhD Scholarship in Hydrogen Storage for Clean Energy

  Research Group: www.merlin-H2.com
Scholarships are available for PhD candidates to contribute to the development of advanced hydrogen storage systems in a multidisciplinary research team. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof FAZ Aguey-Zinsou
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Net-Zero and Sustainable Energy Systems (Ref: SF-MEME-26-003)

For more than 30 years, Loughborough has played a leading role in advancing renewable energy technologies, helping to accelerate the transition to Net-Zero through advanced engineering research. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Blanchard
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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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
 Supervisor: Dr S Lyth
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Hydrogen storage in engineered caverns in Mid–Upper Triassic salt of the East Irish Sea Basin

Characterise Triassic salt beneath the East Irish Sea as potential hydrogen storage sites, interpreting 200+ wells and 3D seismic data with industry-standard tools. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof R Worden, Prof P Burgess, Dr E Michie
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Characterisation of dissolved hydrogen diffusion and bubble nucleation in waste suspensions

  Research Group: School of Mechanical Engineering
As the UK prepares to invest in new nuclear power plants, industry and research organisations are also looking towards developing the next generation of effluent and waste treatment processes. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Yang, Prof T Hunter
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Clean hydrogen production on the move (Ref: CM/SD-SF1/2026)

Hydrogen will provide a growing pivotal role in the medium to long term global sustainable energy future that will need to produce less emissions and rely much less on oil. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof S Dann, Dr E Ashton
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Data Centre Modelling and Energy System Integration

1. Project Overview. Data centres are now critical infrastructure for digital services and artificial intelligence applications. Their rapid expansion creates substantial energy demand, leading to challenges in electricity system stability, decarbonisation, and integration with local energy resources. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr WH Hua
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Transport Electrification and Integrated Energy Systems for Net-Zero

1. Overview. The transition to net-zero requires rapid decarbonisation of the transport sector alongside deep integration with electricity, heat, and hydrogen systems. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr WH Hua
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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