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waste management PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 24 waste management PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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From Waste to Resource: Circular Economy Approaches to Post-Disaster Recovery Logistics

Natural disasters such as floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes generate enormous volumes of waste, much of which is landfilled at high environmental and economic cost. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr NF Fernando
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Building Back Circular: Digitalising Construction for Climate-Resilient Recovery

We are inviting applications for a PhD project that investigates how advanced digital technologies can accelerate the adoption of circular economy (CE) principles in the built environment. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr LK Khaddour, Prof BC Canberk
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Innovative 3D-Printed Food-Based Systems for Immune Enhancement

Recent advances in nutritional science and technological innovation have led to pioneering methods for delivering essential nutrients that the body cannot produce in sufficient amounts, such as vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D Lamprou
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Mechano-Chemical Activation of Incinerator Bottom Ash for Use as a Cement Substitute

Incineration of municipal solid waste (MSW) generates approximately 3 million tonnes of incinerator bottom ash (IBA) each year in the UK. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof C Unluer
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Resource valorisation and remediation of acid mine drainage (AMD) using advanced electrochemical systems

Acid mine drainage (AMD) is one of the most significant environmental challenges associated with mining activities worldwide. Read more
 Supervisor: Assoc Prof S R Roy
 5 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Second wind: Developing multi-disciplinary decision-support tools for adopting second-hand wind turbines in UK community energy projects

The transition to net-zero requires innovative approaches that reduce waste, lower costs, and maximise the value of existing renewable energy infrastructure. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A Takou
 22 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK 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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Gaming for Sustainability: Investigating Behaviour Change through Immersive Play

As the climate emergency intensifies, the need for widespread behavioural change has never been more urgent. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr AM Morton
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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The Development of New Piezoelectric Sensors for Force Measurement Applications

Subtractive manufacturing processes such as turning, milling, and drilling remain the backbone of industrial production across sectors, including aerospace, automotive, and energy. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof I Shyha, Dr LM Manjakkal
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only