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Ultrafast Laser Techniques for Robust Free-Space Optical Communication

The project will explore how femtosecond laser pulses can be shaped and controlled to improve the reliability of free-space optical links in the presence of atmospheric turbulence. Read more

Supervisor: Prof J Tisch

31 August 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Federated Learning for Multi-Modal Pulmonary Disease Diagnosis in Real-Time Clinical Environments

Kingston University

Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

Pulmonary diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, and lung cancer are global health challenges. Read more

Supervisor: Dr T Rahim

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

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Building flexibility into long-term water resources system planning and management strategies

Kingston University

Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

Sustainable water resources planning, and management policies need to consider the impact of future changes due to factors like geomorphologic processes, aging infrastructure, demand shifts or variability of water supplies. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Padula

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

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Assessing and improving the productivity of construction labour through resilient interventions against stagnation (in respect of the evolving perspectives of the impacts of pandemics like the coronavirus)

Kingston University

Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

The construction sector, covering other professional services, accounts for a substantial value addition of every economy globally and generates substantial incomes in export earnings, especially in advanced economies. Read more

Supervisors: Dr P Missa, Dr H Kew

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

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Understanding how electrical communication can regulate metabolic cycles in bacteria biofilms

University of Reading

Department of Biomedical Engineering

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

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

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Computer Science & Mathematics - Example topics include person identification using gait-based approaches, AI for clinical assessment, and applications in areas such as ophthalmology and mobility analysis.

Liverpool John Moores University

Faculty of Engineering & Technology

We are seeking motivated and self-funded PhD students who are excited to work at the intersection of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and real-world impact. Read more

Supervisor: Dr LT Topham

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

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Investigating the impact of different flooring surfaces on EMG muscle activation of the knee and hip muscles during squatting and stair descending in patients with Patellofemoral Pain

University of Worcester

School of Health and Wellbeing

Patellofemoral Pain (PFP) is a prevalent musculoskeletal condition that affects a significant portion of the population, particularly athletes and physically active individuals. Read more

Supervisors: Dr K Papadopoulos, Prof D Kyte

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

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Is the Community 'Safe'? Exploring FearAvoidance Beliefs in Patients Transitioning from Clinical to Community-Based Activity

University of Worcester

School of Health and Wellbeing

Background and Rationale. While clinical guidelines unanimously recommend selfmanagement and physical activity for chronic musculoskeletal (MSK) pain, long-term adherence to these interventions remains poor once clinical supervision ceases (Meade et al., 2019). Read more

Supervisors: Dr K Papadopoulos, Dr H Frank

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

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The potential of Artificial Intelligence to predict heart disease: exploring AI to link electrocardiographic and metabolic biomarkers in individuals at risk of heart disease

University of Worcester

School of Science and the Environment

Ischaemic heart disease is the leading cause of mortality worldwide [1] and is increasingly prevalent in regions such as the USA and UK [2, 3]. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Bueno, Dr EE Edwards

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

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The INDICO-II Study – Effects of body composition and dietary improvement on cell membrane dynamics and their relationship with the development of type II diabetes

University of Worcester

School of Science and the Environment

The InDiCo Study (Inflammation, Diets, Body Composition) is a pre-clinical study currently conducted at the University of Worcester. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Bueno, Dr EE Edwards

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

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We have 289 security PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

security PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 289 security PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Ultrafast Laser Techniques for Robust Free-Space Optical Communication

Federated Learning for Multi-Modal Pulmonary Disease Diagnosis in Real-Time Clinical Environments

Building flexibility into long-term water resources system planning and management strategies

Assessing and improving the productivity of construction labour through resilient interventions against stagnation (in respect of the evolving perspectives of the impacts of pandemics like the coronavirus)

Understanding how electrical communication can regulate metabolic cycles in bacteria biofilms

Self-Funded PhD opportunity in Computer Science (Ref: SCI26-SF-002)

Systems Engineering and Complexity (Ref: SF-MEME-26-004)

Net-Zero and Sustainable Energy Systems (Ref: SF-MEME-26-003)

AI for Sustainable and Inclusive Societies (Ref: 2026/LUL/IDT)

Confronting Emerging Challenges to the International Order (Ref: 2026/LUL/IDIA)

Computer Science & Mathematics - Example topics include person identification using gait-based approaches, AI for clinical assessment, and applications in areas such as ophthalmology and mobility analysis.

Investigating the impact of different flooring surfaces on EMG muscle activation of the knee and hip muscles during squatting and stair descending in patients with Patellofemoral Pain

Is the Community 'Safe'? Exploring FearAvoidance Beliefs in Patients Transitioning from Clinical to Community-Based Activity

The potential of Artificial Intelligence to predict heart disease: exploring AI to link electrocardiographic and metabolic biomarkers in individuals at risk of heart disease

The INDICO-II Study – Effects of body composition and dietary improvement on cell membrane dynamics and their relationship with the development of type II diabetes

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