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We have 485 worldwide PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

EastBio: Divide, unite, multiply: chromosome evolution in the Orobanchaceae

University of Edinburgh

School of Biological Sciences

Research Group: Institute of Ecology and Evolution

Chromosome numbers and structures can change dramatically during evolution through chromosome fusions and fissions, as well as whole-genome duplication (polyploidy). Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Twyford

16 November 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Climate-Resilient Homes and Neighbourhoods for People Living with Dementia

University of Reading

School of the Built Environment

Climate change presents novel challenges to the built environment. For individuals with dementia, extreme heat and other climate-related events can impact comfort, mobility, and daily activities, whereas dementia may influence the perception, comprehension, and response to environmental conditions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Shibeika

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

Robust Bayesian experimental design and inference

University of Birmingham

School of Mathematics

Statistical methods are leveraged in many scientific applications to. specify a data collection practice (experimental design), draw conclusions from sparse and noisy data (inference), and assess uncertainty about those conclusions (uncertainty quantification). Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Sloman

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

AI-Driven fault diagnosis for wind turbine generators (ABDIJALEBIS _U27EMPSFP1F)

University of East Anglia

School of Engineering

Primary supervisor - Dr Abdi Jalebi Salman. Reliability is critical to the continued expansion of wind power, particularly for offshore installations, which already contribute around 10-15% of the UK’s electricity and are central to achieving net-zero targets and ensuring the resilience of national grid infrastructure. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Abdi Jalebi

30 November 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Evaluating the effects of large language models on attitudes towards migrants in the UK

University of Reading

School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences

Project Overview. False narratives that fuel social and public opinion generated by large language models (Papageorgiou et al., 2024) move through social spaces faster than they can be mitigated (Kandel, 2020). Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Cacase

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

Heat demand characterisation for heat pump retrofit

University of Reading

School of the Built Environment

Utilising heat pump technology is one of the main recognised solutions for transition to cleaner heat in the UK (DESNZ, 2023). By switching from natural gas boilers to electrical heat pump technologies, questions of performance (e.g., efficiency, comfort expectations, lifespan) are raised. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Shahrestani, Prof S Smith

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

Modelling the Impact of Air Conditioning Demand on the Future UK Electricity System

University of Reading

School of the Built Environment

The UK electricity system is currently undergoing significant transformation as the country moves towards a low-carbon and more sustainable energy future. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Jones

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

PhD studentship in organic / supramolecular chemistry: Membrane-bound molecular machines

University of Reading

School of Chemistry

Project Overview. We have a vacancy for a PhD student working in the area of organic / supramolecular chemistry. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic student who wants to conduct research in synthetic supramolecular chemistry, physical organic chemistry, or lipid membranes. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Cooper

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

Enabling Community-Led Affordable Housing

University of Reading

School of the Built Environment

This research proposes to investigate how progressive local authority policies and practices enable community-led development, particularly focusing on affordable housing. Read more

Supervisor: Prof C Cerulli

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

Heat Networks and Infrastructure-Practice Dynamics

University of Reading

School of the Built Environment

Heat networks are set to aid the replacement of natural gas boilers across the UK as part of national decarbonization efforts. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Green

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

Co-producing Climate Resilience: Participatory Urban Interventions in Vulnerable Communities

University of Reading

School of the Built Environment

This project proposes to investigate the efficacy and processes of co-produced regenerative and climate-resilient interventions within vulnerable urban communities following climate-related disasters. Read more

Supervisor: Prof C Cerulli

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

Synergies between thermal and optical properties of the Urban Green Infrastructure - urban surfaces system

University of Reading

School of the Built Environment

The combined effects of urbanization and global warming intensify urban overheating and increase both the frequency and severity of climate change–driven extreme heat events with detrimental consequences to public health and infrastructure. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C.H. Halios

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

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Solutions in the Built Environment and Infrastructure Challenges

University of Reading

School of the Built Environment

Artificial intelligence is already reshaping how we plan, deliver, and operate the built environment. The key question is no longer whether AI will play a role, but how it can be applied responsibly to improve performance, safety, and value. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Kabiri Renani

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

PhD in physical chemistry: sustainable electrodes for next-generation energy storage

University of Reading

School of Chemistry

Project Overview. We have a vacancy for a PhD student working in the area of physical chemistry. While lithium dominates current battery technology, there is considerable drive to move away from lithium salts to more abundant or lower cost alternatives. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Hallett

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

Investigation of transition metal complex – DNA interactions.

University of Reading

School of Chemistry

PhD details. Octahedral transition metal complexes have emerged as valuable tools in the design of complex cations capable of recognising and interacting with DNA. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Piperakis, Prof C J Cardin

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

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