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ocean PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 70 ocean PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
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Deciphering the dynamics of abrupt ocean change and climate tipping points
Is it possible to radically alter the way that the ocean moves? Could we be doing this through global warming? Is there any way of knowing when such changes will take place? . Read more
Is ocean circulation the ultimate driver of biological carbon storage in the ocean?
Marine phytoplankton play a crucial role in the carbon cycle and climate by locking dissolved carbon dioxide (CO. 2. ) in the deep ocean away from the atmosphere. Read more
PhD in Geographical and Earth Sciences - Sink or Swim? Modelling Crystal Settling and Flotation in the Lunar Magma Ocean
Start Date. 01/10/2025. Aims. This project will develop a new generation of dynamic magma ocean models that incorporate thermo-chemical convection and crystal segregation of a crystallizing magma ocean cooled from the top. Read more
A dive into tropical waters: understanding the mechanisms of sea surface temperature patterns that drive global climate and weather
Sea surface temperature patterns in tropical oceans influence climate and weather around the globe. The El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO, 1, 2) in the Pacific and its teleconnections drive rainfall patterns nearby and far, as well as influences the occurrence of Marine Heat Waves in remote areas. Read more
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Back to the Future: Ice Sheet collapse, ocean circulation slowdown and abrupt climate change
Are you passionate about climate research and keen to tackle one of the greatest climate challenges of today? Are you keen to develop advanced research skills that can equip you for a wide range of future careers? For these reasons and more, you may be an ideal candidate to apply for a studentship with project VERIFY. Read more
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(UoM - A* STAR) Air-Ocean gas exchange in three-dimensional breaking waves
The absorption of carbon dioxide and other gases by the oceans plays a major role in our climate and coastal processes, including coral and seagrass growth for coastal protection, but we lack a comprehensive understanding of the processes by which this occurs. Read more
Advancing Marine Sensing with Novel Surface Plasmon Resonance Techniques for Ocean Monitoring
Supervisory Team. Dr Rand Ismaeel, Professor Dr Matt Mowlem. Ocean monitoring is a critical aspect of environmental preservation and human survival, as it directly impacts global climate change and the sustainable development of ocean resources. Read more
Exploring benthic biogeochemical cycling in the abyssal Clarion-Clipperton Zone, Pacific Ocean
Continued demand for rare earth minerals has generated extensive interest in mining mineral-rich deposits in the deep sea. Read more
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Optimisation of an observational network for the ocean uptake of CO2, part of climate change research (fully funded PhD at University of Exeter within the Horizon Europe TRICUSO project
The University of Exeter invites applications for a PhD studentship in climate change research of ocean CO2 uptake, within the TRICUSO project funded… Read more
Next generation of Lab-on-Chip (LOC) ocean sensors
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
Essential Ocean Variables detection using microfibre devices
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
Particle transport in realistic ocean conditions
Modelling particle transport under wave action is critical to understanding the dispersion of microplastics, phytoplankton, and sediment, vital to areas ranging from ocean health and ecosystems to offshore engineering (e.g., offshore wind). Read more
Prediction of the interaction between ocean waves and tidal turbine arrays through machine learning
Tidal-stream turbines operate in harsh environmental conditions, with ocean waves likely leading to extreme conditions that can trigger large structural loads or modulate the turbine’s wake dynamics. Read more
PhD student in ocean flow and flow-structure interaction
A PhD student position is potentially available (depending on funding availability) in as early as Spring 2025 or Fall 2025 semester at the City College of New York (CCNY) of the City University of New York (CUNY). Read more
Investigating past North Atlantic Subpolar gyre tipping points to improve Early Warning Systems
Are you passionate about climate science and eager to study past ocean changes to transform our ability to predict and prepare for future climate tipping points? We are seeking for a highly motivated candidate to join an ambitious project investigating past climate tipping points. Read more