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plastics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 28 plastics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Investigating proinflammatory and toxicological properties of nano-microparticles (NMP) from different sources of plastic waste and environmental pollution
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Biomedical Research Group
Research Group. Biomedical Research Group. Proposed supervisory team. Dr Grisha Pirianov. Dr Dannielle Green. Theme. Biomedicine and Environmental Pollution. Read more
After the Single Use project PhD Studentship: Eliminating single-use plastics in Scottish healthcare
The University of Edinburgh is offering a 3.5 year funded studentship to pursue a PhD. The PhD awardee will carry out a Scotland-based case study as part of the international After the Single Use team. Read more
Designing the properties of renewable plastics
The world relies on the availability of cheap and plentiful plastics, which can have a wide range of functionalities and applications. Read more
Synthetic and Mechanistic Studies into Enzymatic Degradation of Waste Plastics
Plastics are a broad range of solid polymeric materials that have found widespread application globally. However, there has been a steady accumulation of discarded plastics and there is now growing awareness that they present a significant hazard to the natural environment and human health. Read more
PhD in Predicting the environmental degradation of plastics
Understanding how plastics and polymers degrade in the environment is an important sustainability target. Our work in this area uses innovative analytical techniques and simulated environments to understand how specific plastics degrade in different environments. Read more
Reactive extrusion based synthesis of thermoplastic cellulose derivatives
The overall goal of the project is elaborating sustainable and up-scalable method for synthesis of thermoplastic cellulose derivatives using fully biobased reagents and mechanochemical action of reactive extrusion. Read more
Sustainable processes – reducing single use plastics in healthcare
The burden of medical plastic waste has become an increasingly pressing concern in recent years. The healthcare industry relies heavily on single-use plastic items due to their convenience and hygiene factors, but this has led to a significant environmental problem. Read more
Catalytic recycling of polyester plastics to monomers
Plastics are ubiquitous in modern society, finding widespread applications due to possessing optimal physical and chemical properties. Read more
Investigation and modification of surface treatments for attracting and capturing microfibres dispersed in aqueous environments
Microplastic pollution is a well-known environmental concern. The continuous increase in the production and use of plastics in various forms in combination with a lack of waste management in their disposal continues to contribute towards contamination. Read more
Sustainable waste-to-chemicals strategies to promote circular economy.
These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more
Application of digital holography for marine science
These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more
Advanced bubble-particle interaction modelling for sustainable resource recovery
Bubble-particle systems are encountered in a wide range of industrial and environmental applications (flotation, bioreactors, slurry bubble columns) but the complex dynamics and interactions make the design and operation of such systems particularly challenging. Read more
Development of Biodegradable Fiber-Based Bags for Sustainable Plant Nurture
The need for environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions to combat plastic pollution has never been more critical. Plastics, particularly single-use plastic bags, have had a detrimental impact on our ecosystems and contribute to environmental degradation. Read more
Degradable and sustainable polymers in the Environment
The influence of plastic pollution on our environment has been well documented, however, there remains a knowledge gap between relating to how new polymers and plastics might biodegrade. Read more
Lanthanide(II) Hydrides for Nitrogen Fixation and Ammonia Production
Research summary. When we think of fossil fuel products we often think of petrol, oils, and plastics. But do you think about kai? Half of global food production currently relies on ammonia fertilisers made from fossil fuels. Read more
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