medical engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 139 medical engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Federated Learning for Multi-Modal Pulmonary Disease Diagnosis in Real-Time Clinical Environments

Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

Pulmonary diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, and lung cancer are global health challenges. Read more

Supervisor: Dr T Rahim

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Computational Pathology using Artificial Intelligence

Kingston University

Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

Computational Pathology aims to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to analyse and interpret pathology data (tissue Images), to enhance diagnosis and improve precision, improve treatment decisions and eventually reduce the workload of pathologists. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Makris

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Computational physics of high‑power fibre lasers: from nonlinear dynamics to next‑generation applications

University of Southampton

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Dr Peter Horak and Prof Michalis Zervas. This project will use advanced theory and computer simulations to uncover the fundamental processes that restrict laser performance, helping design the next generation of lasers for science, industry, and healthcare. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Horak

31 August 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Fully Funded PhD Studentship in Cardiovascular Science: Extracellular vesicles in cardiovascular diseases

University of Surrey

School of Biosciences and Medicine

Research Group: Cardiovascular Research Group

Applications are invited for a fully funded PhD studentship within the Cardiovascular Section at the University of Surrey. We are internationally recognised for our work on cardiac diseases and offer state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technologies. Read more

Supervisors: Dr P Camelliti, Dr MC Crabtree

12 July 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Patient-Specific Modelling of Intraoperative Infusion Dynamics Using Time-Resolved MRI

Cardiff University

Cardiff School of Medicine

**Please note that we may close the advert sooner than the advertised deadline in the event that a suitable candidate is shortlisted**. Read more

Supervisors: Prof W Gray, Dr M Palombo, Dr L Beltrachini, Dr D Gallichan

31 August 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Nanoscale standardisation of DNA damage for Emerging Isotopes in Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection

University of Surrey

School of Mathematics and Physics

Research Group: Soft Matter Biological and Medical Physics

The nuclear sector is entering a new era with the rise of targeted radionuclide therapies. Emerging Auger emitters, such as terbium-161 and platinum-195m, offer nanoscale precision in treating disease, but they also present a significant "blind spot" in current radiation protection frameworks. Read more

Supervisors: Dr WB Bae, Prof DT Doherty

12 July 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Novel Multi-axis MEMs Force Sensors for Robotic Applications

University of York

School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics

Robots heavily rely on sensors to interact with their environment. Among these sensors, multi-axis force sensors play a pivotal role in enabling robots to safely interact with objects. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Zhao, Dr BJ Jamil

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Improving the Translation of Diagnostic Test Accuracy Research Into Real‑World Clinical Practice Using Routine Health Data and Advanced Meta‑Analysis Methods

University of Birmingham

Department of Applied Health Sciences

Diagnostic tests are central to effective clinical decision‑making, yet the performance reported in research studies often differs markedly from that observed in everyday NHS settings. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Willis

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Selective bio-recovery of rare earth elements with bioengineered peptide loops and encapsulated proteins

The University of Manchester

Department of Chemistry

The rare earth elements (REE) continue to rapidly increase as a strategic technological resource and form essential components in many existing and emerging… Read more

Supervisors: Dr LN Natrajan, Prof S Hay, Dr I Riddell

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Self-Funded PhD opportunity in Chemistry (Ref: SCI26-SF-005)

Loughborough University

School of Science

The Department of Chemistry has three core research themes, supported by major external funders (including UKRI, EU, Welcome Trust, Leverhulme Trust, Royal… Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Goddard

31 July 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Staphylococcus aureus colonisation and pathogenicity

University of Reading

School of Biological Sciences

Project Overview. . Staphylococcus aureus is a versatile and adaptable pathogen of humans and animals. Of serious medical and economic importance, infections can range from mild skin issues like boils and impetigo to more serious conditions like pneumonia and bloodstream infections. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S R Clarke

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Cardiovascular development: Understanding how biomechanical forces regulate heart valve morphogenesis in the embryo

Monash University

Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Research Group: Chow Group

The Project. In the developing embryo, the heart begins as a simple, straight tube that pumps blood inefficiently. As the embryo grows, the heart twists and grows and morphs into a four-chambered organ with intricate cardiac structures. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Chow

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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We have 139 medical engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

medical engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 139 medical engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Federated Learning for Multi-Modal Pulmonary Disease Diagnosis in Real-Time Clinical Environments

Computational Pathology using Artificial Intelligence

Computational physics of high‑power fibre lasers: from nonlinear dynamics to next‑generation applications

Sustainable materials and manufacturing

Unraveling Brain Complexity with fNIRS and Modelling Approaches

Using machine learning to develop novel drug delivery systems

Fully Funded PhD Studentship in Cardiovascular Science: Extracellular vesicles in cardiovascular diseases

Patient-Specific Modelling of Intraoperative Infusion Dynamics Using Time-Resolved MRI

Nanoscale standardisation of DNA damage for Emerging Isotopes in Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection

Novel Multi-axis MEMs Force Sensors for Robotic Applications

Improving the Translation of Diagnostic Test Accuracy Research Into Real‑World Clinical Practice Using Routine Health Data and Advanced Meta‑Analysis Methods

Selective bio-recovery of rare earth elements with bioengineered peptide loops and encapsulated proteins

Self-Funded PhD opportunity in Chemistry (Ref: SCI26-SF-005)

Staphylococcus aureus colonisation and pathogenicity

Cardiovascular development: Understanding how biomechanical forces regulate heart valve morphogenesis in the embryo

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