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We have 1,088 physics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Simulation-based Quantum Machine Learning for Advancing AI

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to pursue a PhD opportunity in the exciting and rapidly growing field of simulation-based quantum machine learning to shape the future of AI and quantum computing. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr X Liang
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Passive microfeature backplates for resilient perovskite silicon tandem PV modules

Perovskite silicon tandem solar cells have shown remarkable efficiency improvements but continue to face challenges in thermal stability, mechanical integrity, and moisture protection. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Hadavinia
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Neuromorphic Computer Vision: Sensing and Neuromorphic Machine Learning for Vision Applications

Recent advances in bio-inspired neuromorphic hardware and neuromorphic sensors enable more efficient methodologies for computer vision tasks, aiming to minimise the cost, latency and energy consumption of real-time vision systems. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D Makris
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Intelligent Avatars for Collaborative and Rehabilitative Extended Realities

This project explores the development of intelligent, embodied avatars in Extended Reality (XR) environments, aimed at supporting collaborative and rehabilitative tasks. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Francik
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Enhancing Danger and Hazard Perception in Robotic Guide Dogs

For many years, guide dogs have been incredibly helpful friends for people with vision impairments such as Blind or Low Vision (BLV), giving them the freedom and mobility they need to go about their everyday lives. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Rahman
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Construction, characterisation and analysis of results from a liquid fingerprinting system using ultrasound

There is a need to be able to identify liquids in situ using small samples and with high reliability. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Chakraborty
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Computational Pathology using Artificial Intelligence

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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Composite Materials with integrated ‘‘massless’’ energy storage for use in civil and mobile applications such as electric vehicles, drones, and composite planes

Nowadays in electric cars, batteries, contribute a large part of the vehicle's weight, which means additional footprinting and load bearing function. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Koutsonas
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Active Sensing through Learning: Generalising Perception Across Tasks, Sensors, and Robots

Modern robotic systems are increasingly used in applications in uncertain environments. To perform tasks in such scenarios, robots need more than just motion planning and control—they must also make informed decisions about how and where to sense their environment to support effective operation. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr O Napolitano
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Exploiting peptide design in linking hydrogel and spread film properties in the development of novel antibacterial films

  Research Group: Division of Pharmacy and Optometry
This project combines expertise in pharmacy and biotechnology to tune polypeptide/surfactant film properties through the design of novel peptides characterised using advanced physical characterisation techniques and relate the film properties to those of hydrogels. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Campbell, Prof A Saiani, Prof A Miller
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Embodied Multisensory Navigation for Small Aerial Robots

  Research Group: Dynamics and Control
Small aerial robots can reach places that are difficult or unsafe for humans, but reliable navigation remains challenging when GPS is unavailable and vision is degraded by low light, textureless surfaces, dust, smoke, or clutter. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr BK Kocer
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Topological photonic quasicrystals

Supervisory Team. Dr Dong-Yang WANG. This project will explore the use of photonic quasicrystals in building higher-dimensional topological phases. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Wang
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Understanding how electrical communication can regulate metabolic cycles in bacteria biofilms

Project Overview. A biofilm is a robust form of bacteria colony resistant to antibiotics. They have significant impacts on a multitude of industries impacting health and industrial processes such as in food production and water security. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr Y Hayashi, Dr G Barrett
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Machine learning for affective manipulation in music brain computer interfaces

At the University of Reading, we have created one of the first music brain computer interfaces (BCI). Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S Nasuto
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Fractional order modelling of neurons

Project Overview. Fractional order calculus (integro-differential equations that are of non-integral order) is an emerging methodology with wide applications across all areas of Physics and Engineering. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Hadjiloucas, Dr E Delivopoulos
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