next generation PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 476 next generation PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Next generation silicon photonic modulators

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Closing date. 31st December 2025. This project will focus on research into the next generation of optical data communication technology enabling key applications such as high-performance computing and artificial intelligence to thrive. . Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Thomson

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

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An Investigation into the Design of Next Generation Advanced Composite Materials for the Space Industry

University of Strathclyde

Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Over the past decades there has been a rapid growth in the development and application of fibre-reinforced composite materials for use in high performance applications. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Minty, Ms C Y Yokan

16 June 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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ICASE PhD Studentship Bristol-Renishaw - Next generation optical spectroscopy for net-zero wide/ultrawide bandgap semiconductor materials and devices

University of Bristol

School of Physics

ICASE PhD Studentship Bristol-Renishaw - Next generation optical spectroscopy for net-zero wide/ultrawide bandgap semiconductor materials and devices. Read more

Supervisor: Prof M Kuball

15 April 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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New approaches to measure next generation sodium-ion battery materials

Lancaster University

Department of Chemistry

Background. The energy crisis and climate emergency demand novel ways to store energy from renewable sources and achieve net zero carbon emissions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Mercer

31 July 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Nanoporous silica memristor for next generation of neuromorphic computing and AI

University of Southampton

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Research Group: Sustainable Electronic Technologies

This project will develop a novel memristor device using nanoporous materials for the new generation of time and power efficient neuromorphic computing and AI. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Huang

31 August 2025 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Understanding environmental and mechanical degradation of high temperature alloys for next generation nuclear reactors

University of Birmingham

School of Metallurgy & Materials

About the project. To achieve net zero the next generation of nuclear reactors is being developed and deployed all over the world. Read more

Supervisors: Prof Y Chiu, Dr J Hawes

31 March 2025 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Innovative design of sustainable aeroengines: optimised cooling for the next generation

University of Bath

Centre for Doctoral Training in Advanced Automotive Propulsion Systems (AAPS)

Safran provides the world’s leading airframers with innovative and reliable propulsion systems. Efforts today focus on decreasing fuel consumption and maintenance costs, while designing more eco-responsible systems. Read more

Supervisors: Prof CMS Sangan, Dr JAS Scobie

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Next generation biomanufacturing: Development of Yeast based continuous bioprocess Upstream/Downstream

University of Adelaide

School of Chemical Engineering

PhD Position. Next-Generation Biomanufacturing - Development of Yeast-Based Continuous Bioprocess (Upstream/Downstream). We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate for an exciting project focused on the development of yeast-based continuous bioprocesses. Read more

Supervisor: Mr LG Gerstweiler

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

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Doctor of Engineering (EngD) - Next generation long range laser rangefinders based on single photon detectors and new laser technologies (Thales and Heriot-Watt University)

Heriot-Watt University

School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Research Group: CDT in Applied Photonics

Laser Rangefinders are a key element of modern sensor systems and can range up to 20km with an accuracy of less than 1m. Thales UK produced the first in-service laser rangefinder in 1965, just a few years after the invention of the laser, and have been designing and manufacturing laser systems ever since. Read more

Supervisors: Dr W N MacPherson, Prof G Buller, Dr A McCarthy

31 March 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Finding and measuring growing black holes in the next generation of astronomical surveys

University of Sheffield

School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Finding and measuring growing black holes in the next generation of astronomical surveys. Dr James Mullaney j.mullaney@sheffield.ac.uk . Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Mullaney, Dr S Littlefair

31 May 2025 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Next generation CCS technology for combined cycle gas turbine system

University of Sheffield

School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) from CCGT (combine cycle gas turbine) systems is an emerging near-zero emission technology that can applied to new and retrofit CCGT power plants, leading to a substantial reduction in carbon emission to the atmosphere in power generation industry. Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Dr K Hughes

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

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Integrated High Altitude Platform: LEO Satellite Mega-Constellations for Next Generation Non-Terrestrial Networks

University of York

School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Communication Technologies

LEO satellite mega constellations promise to revolutionise wireless connectivity in many areas of the world. However, they have a fundamental drawback in that conventional cellular user equipment cannot be used directly. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Grace

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

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Development of next generation electrosurgery electrode design via surface microtexturing

Cardiff University

Cardiff School of Engineering

SELF FUNDED PROJECT. 3 years full time, start date 1st April, 1st July, 1st October 2024. Electrosurgery is a medical procedure that utilises an alternating and high frequency current (200kHz-3.3MHz) to either cut and/or coagulate tissues and achieve haemostasis. Read more

Supervisors: Dr D Bhaduri, Dr S Bigot, Dr E Brousseau, Prof S Evans, Dr H Wyatt

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

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Next generation of Lab-on-Chip (LOC) ocean sensors

University of Southampton

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Prof Gilberto Brambilla, Dr Timothy Lee, Dr Rand Ismaeel. The ORC is offering a fully funded PhD position focused on developing the next generation of Lab-on-Chip (LOC) ocean sensors using femtosecond laser writing technology. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Brambilla

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

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PhD in Physical Chemistry: Uncovering structure in the next generation of sustainable batteries

University of Reading

School of Chemistry

We have a vacancy for a PhD student working in the area of physical chemistry. While lithium dominates current battery technology, there is considerable drive to move away from lithium salts to more abundant or lower cost alternatives. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Hallett

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

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We have 476 next generation PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

next generation PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 476 next generation PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Next generation silicon photonic modulators

An Investigation into the Design of Next Generation Advanced Composite Materials for the Space Industry

ICASE PhD Studentship Bristol-Renishaw - Next generation optical spectroscopy for net-zero wide/ultrawide bandgap semiconductor materials and devices

New approaches to measure next generation sodium-ion battery materials

Nanoporous silica memristor for next generation of neuromorphic computing and AI

Understanding environmental and mechanical degradation of high temperature alloys for next generation nuclear reactors

Innovative design of sustainable aeroengines: optimised cooling for the next generation

Next generation biomanufacturing: Development of Yeast based continuous bioprocess Upstream/Downstream

Doctor of Engineering (EngD) - Next generation long range laser rangefinders based on single photon detectors and new laser technologies (Thales and Heriot-Watt University)

Finding and measuring growing black holes in the next generation of astronomical surveys

Next generation CCS technology for combined cycle gas turbine system

Integrated High Altitude Platform: LEO Satellite Mega-Constellations for Next Generation Non-Terrestrial Networks

Development of next generation electrosurgery electrode design via surface microtexturing

Next generation of Lab-on-Chip (LOC) ocean sensors

PhD in Physical Chemistry: Uncovering structure in the next generation of sustainable batteries

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