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polymer chemistry PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 41 polymer chemistry PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Design and characterization of immunomodulatory glycopolymers

PhD Opportunity. Surfaces, Macrophage Behavior, and Glycopolymer Design. We are seeking motivated candidates for a PhD project positioned at the exciting intersection of polymer chemistry and immunology. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr G Mantovani, Dr A Piccinini
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Molecular Design of Reversible Polymer Networks - QUT (Australia) & NTU (Singapore)

What if you could design the molecular blueprint that dictates how a material behaves—down to when it holds together and when it comes apart?. Read more
 Supervisor: Assoc Prof H Frisch
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Development of catalytic processes for the chemical upcycling of Nitrile Gloves

Are you passionate about sustainable chemistry and cutting-edge catalysis? Join the Kumar Research Group (https://kumarresearchlab.com/) to work at the intersection of catalysis, polymer modification, and plastic recycling in collaboration with a leading PPE company, Polyco Healthline (https://www.polycohealthline.com/). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Kumar
 30 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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PhD in measuring and mathematical modelling of N-carboxy anhydride copolymerisation kinetics for predictive pharmaceutical formulation design

We are looking for candidates for a PhD project at the interface of polymer chemistry, reaction kinetics and mathematical modelling to predict copolymer properties from reaction conditions. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr G Mantovani, Prof L Martinez-Pomares
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD in measuring and mathematical modelling of N-carboxy anhydride copolymerisation kinetics for predictive pharmaceutical formulation design

We are looking for candidates for a PhD project at the interface of polymer chemistry, reaction kinetics and mathematical modelling to predict copolymer properties from reaction conditions. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Zelzer, Dr G Mantovani, Dr R Graham
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Developing sustainable polymeric encapsulation solutions for pest control

Pest control is significant for agriculture, as infestations decrease crop yields and can harm livestock, threatening the security of global food supplies. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S T R V Velasquez, Dr K Johnston
 30 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Fully funded PhD scholarship to develop fluorescent polymer probes for precision surgery

Help transform surgery through molecular imaging. We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join an exciting multidisciplinary project developing targeted fluorescent probes to help surgeons identify and remove diseased tissue more accurately. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr N Dmochowska, Prof B Thierry
 25 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Development of new inks for recyclable 3D-printed materials

Development of new inks for recyclable 3D-printed materials. The Photochemistry for Materials team is looking for an enthusiastic PhD candidate to join our research team at the University of Warwick (UK) to carry out a 4-year PhD project under the supervision of Dr Hannes Houck. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Houck
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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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
 Supervisors: Dr RS Salehiyan, Dr D Sun
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Exploration of novel molecular photoswitches

  Research Group: Kilian group
Research activities in Kilian group are centred on the design and synthesis of novel organophosphorus and heavier Group 15 (As, Sb, Bi) organoelement compounds. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Kilian
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Next Generation Glycan Sensing for Early Cancer Diagnosis

Early diagnosis remains one of the greatest challenges in cancer treatment. Subtle molecular changes often occur long before clinical symptoms appear, yet existing diagnostic tools struggle to detect them with sufficient sensitivity and accuracy. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof P Mendes
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PhD Scholarship in Hydrogen Storage for Clean Energy

  Research Group: www.merlin-H2.com
Scholarships are available for PhD candidates to contribute to the development of advanced hydrogen storage systems in a multidisciplinary research team. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof FAZ Aguey-Zinsou
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Smart Droplets: Using Organic Chemistry to Control Emulsion Stability

Background. Emulsions are mixtures of two liquids that do not normally mix, such as oil and water. They are found everywhere in daily life, such as foods like milk and mayonnaise, cosmetics, medicines, and even fuels. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S F Fielden
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Circular Printable Gas Sensors: Bio-Based Materials, Sustainable Manufacturing and Recycling

This PhD project will develop sustainable, bio-based gas sensors for applications in environmental monitoring, healthcare and smart packaging. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr JP Panidi
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Hydrogel-Enabled Capture of Latent DNA and Biomarkers from Touch and Trace Evidence

Trace biological residues from casual contact, such as sweat and epithelial cells, contain valuable DNA and molecular biomarkers for forensic investigations. Read more
 Supervisor: Assoc Prof PJ Janarthanan
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)