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Multiscale optimisation of aperiodic lattice metamaterials for spatially-programmable printed structures

The University of Manchester
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
The design of next-generation engineering materials is undergoing a paradigm shift, driven by advances in additive manufacturing and computational design. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Imediegwu
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Design, Synthesis and In Vitro Translation of Non-Canonical Amino Acids

The University of Manchester
Department of Chemistry
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented PhD student to join a multidisciplinary project on non-canonical amino acids (ncAAs). Read more
 Supervisors: Prof G Miller, Dr R Obexer
 27 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Optimising Sustainable Bioplastic Supply Chains: Modelling Nanocellulose Production in the UK

The University of Manchester
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Plastics production and disposal generate around 1.8 billion tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions annually, with an estimated 6.1 million tonnes entering oceans. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Islam, Prof P Mativenga
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Decoding Carbon Disorder for High-Performance Graphene Conductive Additives

Lancaster University
Department of Chemistry
Project description. Lancaster University is pleased to offer a fully funded PhD studentship as part of the Faraday Institution PhD Training Programme, focused on understanding the structure-property relationships of graphene-based conductive carbons for next-generation battery electrodes. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr XH Hua
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Fully funded PhD Studentship on predictability in Romance verbal inflection

University of Surrey
School of Literature and Languages
  Research Group: Surrey Morphology Group
The Surrey Morphology Group at the University of Surrey is inviting applications for a PhD studentship that offers 3.5 years (42 months) of funding and extensive associated resources. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr SB Beniamine, Dr OB Bond , Dr MP Pellegrini
 20 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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[School of Natural Sciences PhD Scholarships] Mechanism-based design and screening for synthetic inhibitors targeting the small GTPase splice variant RAC1B

The University of Manchester
Department of Chemistry
RAC1 is a small GTPase protein that functions as a key signaling node downstream of various microenvironmental signaling pathways. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr Y Jin, Dr S Butterworth, Dr R A Bryce
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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[School of Engineering PhD Scholarships] Uncovering nonlinear dynamics for complex power systems

The University of Manchester
Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Power systems are going through unprecedented changes, driven by the need for decarbonisation but also due to other technical, economic, and social reasons. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr P Papadopoulos, Prof J Milanovic
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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NIHR ARC South West Funded Doctoral Award: Can Virtual Reality (VR) Embodiment Experiences Be Used as Part of Treatment for Eating Disorders?

University of Bristol
Bristol Medical School
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 Supervisors: Dr H Bould, Prof I Penton-Voak, Dr LC Chapman, Prof L Yardley, Prof D Stanton Fraser
 29 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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MINELOOP: Investigating MINEwater systems using closed-LOOP geothermal technologies

The University of Manchester
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Geothermal energy supports net zero targets and energy security by providing a reliable, low-carbon, local energy source. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Brown
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Machine Learning for Modelling and Optimising Heat Pumps

University of Liverpool
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Candidates wishing to apply should complete the University of Liverpool application form to apply for a PhD in Mechanical Engineering. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof Z Yu
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Building heterogenous quantum-dot–atom repeaters: photon generation, storage and conversion for quantum networks

The University of Manchester
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Long-distance quantum communication is limited by photon loss in optical fibre. Heterogeneous quantum repeaters that combine deterministic III–V quantum-dot (QD) sources with room-temperature alkali-vapour memories offer a practical route to high-rate, fibre-compatible networks (Zajac et al., arXiv:2503.13775). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Zajac
 1 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering PGRTAs: Enhanced PhD Studentship

The University of Manchester
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
We seek to appoint one Postgraduate Research Teaching Associates (PGRTAs) in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, with a view to starting by the end of 2026. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Eastwood
 15 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Long-distance continuous variable quantum key distribution with amplifiers and memories

Manchester Metropolitan University
School of Computing, Mathematics and Digital Technology
Overview. Entanglement distribution is a foundational capability for quantum networks, enabling diverse quantum technologies including—but not limited to—quantum key distribution (QKD). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr MG Ghalaii
 15 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Cracking the Host-Pathogen Metabolic Code in Tuberculosis: Discovering New Therapeutic Strategies

University of Exeter
Biosciences
The GW4 BioMed3 Doctoral Landscape Programme is offering up to 18 MRC funded studentships across a range of biomedical disciplines, with a start date of October 2027. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr K Slater
 21 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Metabolic adaptation to a low carbohydrate ketogenic diet and its effects on exercise fuel use and glucose management in physically active people with Type 1 Diabetes

University of Exeter
Public Health and Sport Sciences
The GW4 BioMed3 Doctoral Landscape Programme is offering up to 18 MRC funded studentships across a range of biomedical disciplines, with a start date of October 2027. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T Podlogar
 21 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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