synthetic organic chemistry PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 67 synthetic organic chemistry PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Developing sustainable chemical processes: Earth-abundant metal catalysts and light for activation of biomass-derived small molecules

University of Greenwich School of Science

Research. We will discover new reactions for organic synthesis using photocatalysis with Earth-abundant metals such as Cu and Fe and biomass-derived feedstocks. Read more

Supervisor: Dr X Cambeiro

17 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Molecular switches

University of St Andrews School of Chemistry

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 Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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PhD in Chemistry: Sustainable Catalysis Using Non-Metals

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Chemistry

This research program will illustrate new design strategies to synthesise ambiphilic molecules that contain both electrophilic (Lewis acidic) and nucleophilic (Lewis basic) sites that may be employed as catalysts (known as Frustrated Lewis Pairs). Read more

Supervisor: Prof R Melen

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

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Synthesis of Novel Organic Probes for the Study of Lipid-Lipid Interactions

King’s College London School of Natural & Mathematical Sciences

Lipids are diverse and principal components of the cell and are involved in a vast array of processes ranging from their well-known structural importance in cell membranes, through to energy storage and participation in signalling pathways. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Cobb, Prof U Eggert, Dr ES Silva

10 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Organometallic and Lanthanide Complexes for Upconversion Luminescence

University of Southampton Chemistry

PhD Supervisor. Richard C. Knighton. Project Overview. The aim of the project is to work on state-of-the-art heteropolymetallic architectures (organometallic transition-metal and lanthanide complexes) in the area of two-photon molecular upconversion luminescence, for application as novel bioimaging probes. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Knighton

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Enhancing PMMA Bone Cement Performance and Biocompatibility using Metal-Organic Frameworks

University of Portsmouth School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences

Applications are invited for a self-funded, 3 year full-time or 6 year part-time PhD project. The PhD will be based in the School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences and will be supervised by Dr Marta Roldo and Professor Paul Cox. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Roldo, Prof P Cox

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

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A reactive fragment approach to dissect the zDHHC enzymes

University of Strathclyde Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry

Key Words: Synthetic Chemistry; Chemical Biology; Drug Discovery; Medicinal Chemistry; Organic Synthesis; Organic Chemistry. Read more

Supervisors: Prof N Tomkinson, Prof L Chamberlain

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Where has all of the carbon gone? Understanding the molecular mechanisms of long-term soil carbon capture

The University of Manchester Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Soils, while unglamorous, form the basis of the terrestrial biosphere and are ultimately the source of the majority of the food that we eat, yet fundamental aspects of how soils form and how they store carbon are poorly understood. Read more

Supervisors: Prof D Cameron, Dr S Nixon

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Harnessing continuing flow and automated reaction technologies for synthetic and electrocatalytic transformation

Keele University Faculty of Natural Sciences

This exciting, multi-disciplinary research project is related to significant DSTL funding recently obtained by our group. Harnessing several modern technologies (including flow chemistry and automation) the project will incubate new approaches to organic and inorganic synthesis. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M O'Brien

1 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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PhD role 2023/2024: Electrosynthesis

University of Nottingham School of Chemistry

We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated PhD candidate to undertake a fully-funded 3-year PhD studentship in the area of organic electrosynthesis. This exciting project stems from a collaboration between The Lubrizol Corporation and Prof. Read more

Supervisor: Dr DAW Walsh

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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4 year PhD in Enantioselective Catalysis and developing Lewis base-mediated transformations

University of St Andrews School of Chemistry

Our research is currently directed towards developing catalytic methods for the promotion of a range of synthetic transformations with varying applications in asymmetric synthesis. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Smith

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Unlocking Next-Generation Solar Cells: Integrating Novel Non-Fullerene Acceptors with Metal Halide Perovskites

University of Sheffield Department of Physics and Astronomy

Solar cells are a cornerstone of the pursuit of sustainable energy. To make solar power more efficient and affordable, we need new materials and innovative designs. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Ramadan, Dr RO Oliver

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Evaluating the sustainability of polymer membrane fabrication and applications

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

Applications are invited for postgraduate research leading to a PhD degree in Engineering within the subject area of Chemical Engineering. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Lau

15 February 2025 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Biomarker-Responsive MRI Contrast Agents

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry

This is a fully-funded 3-year position in the School of Chemistry, University of Birmingham, to work on an interdisciplinary project in the group of Dr Gemma-Louise Davies. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G L Davies

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Responsive biomaterials based on biogenic resources

Freiberg University of Mining and Technology Department of Material Science and Technology

About the stegbauerlab. The mission of the stegbauerlab at the Biogenic Engieering Materials group at TU Bergakademie Freiberg is to transform. Read more

Supervisor: Prof L Stegbauer

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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We have 67 synthetic organic chemistry PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

synthetic organic chemistry PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 67 synthetic organic chemistry PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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