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We have 3,172 PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Investigating genetic and circadian rhythm effects on radiotherapy side effects for breast cancer

Project. Radiotherapy is an effective form of cancer therapy that targets high energy irradiation to the tumour volume, resulting in destruction of cancer cells and improved survival. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr C J Talbot, Dr TR Rattay
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Environmentally induced DNA methylation – a passive biomarker or driver of genetic mutation?

Project. DNA methylation is a core epigenetic mechanism involved in regulating gene expression, mediating environmental responses, and potentially influencing genome evolution. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Marshall
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Unlocking the Secrets of Ageing: Exploring Epigenetic Clocks in the Jewel Wasp Nasonia vitripennis

Why do we age, and can that process be slowed? This project explores one of biology’s most fascinating and urgent questions by studying how tiny insects can reveal universal rules of ageing. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof E Mallon, Dr K Chen
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Identifying the neurogenetic network underlying visually-driven sleep

Drosophila Sleep Neurogenetics Laboratory at University of Leicester is open to supervise enthusiastic students for their PhD research in the area related to neurogenetic mechanisms underlying visually-driven sleep. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr K Chen, Dr E Rosato, Dr R Feuda
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Urban Building Cluster Morphology Optimization based on Accumulative Heat Exhaustion from Clustered Photovoltaic Systems on Urban Microclimate

This doctoral research project aims to conduct a focused, in-depth, and efficient investigation into the emerging scientific issue of the “clustered heat exhaust effect” associated with the largescale deployment of photovoltaic (PV) systems’ clusters. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Andric
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Digital Intelligent Conservation and Adaptive Use of Urban and Rural Heritage

Our project investigates how artificial intelligence and digital intelligence technologies can advance the conservation and adaptive reuse of urban and rural heritage in China. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof MA Schnabel
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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The Semantic Segmentation-Based Recognition Phase Components within the UHPC under normal and high temperature: Theory, Methodology and Application

The proposed research project aims to enhance the microscale structure-driven multiscale modeling framework for UHPC materials by incorporating advanced AI-driven image semantic segmentation technology for identifying phase composition based on digital images from microscale examinations. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Xia
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Exploration of novel molecular photoswitches

  Research Group: Kilian group
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
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Data-Driven Numerical Modelling of Materials for High-Temperature Nuclear and Energy Applications

Next-generation nuclear and fusion energy systems place unprecedented demands on structural and functional materials, which must operate reliably under extreme thermal, mechanical, and environmental conditions. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Torelli
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Numerical Simulation of Concrete Fracture under Extreme Conditions using Phase-Field Methods

Concrete structures in energy, industrial, and civil infrastructure are frequently exposed to demanding conditions, such as multiaxial mechanical stresses, fire-induced thermal loading, and/or harsh environmental exposure. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Torelli
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Data-Driven Numerical Modelling of Material Behaviour for Finite Element Simulation

Modern infrastructure increasingly relies on materials whose composition varies due to local resources, alternative binders, and sustainability-driven formulations. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Torelli
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Combatting multi-drug resistant bacteria

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major crisis for human medicine. Globally, untreatable bacterial infections are increasing, leaving limited treatment options. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Buckner, Dr DW Cleary
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PhD project: Next-generation hybrid PV-X technologies for the sustainable, independent provision of solar heat, power, clean water, fuels and other renewable vectors

The uptake of technologies that can harness solar energy to cater to diverse energy demands in buildings has been increasing markedly. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Markides
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Machine Learning Quantum Phase Transitions via Topology- and Symmetry-aware AI

  Research Group: Applied Mathematics
This PhD project focuses on using topological data analysis (TDA) in machine learning (ML) to study (exotic) quantum matter systems defined on a lattice. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Fazzi
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Ensuring Well-Being in the Age of Generative AI

Generative AI is rapidly transforming diverse sectors, yet its implications for well-being remain underexplored. Beyond productivity gains, concerns are emerging around heightened performance expectations, reduced autonomy, and career uncertainty in AI-augmented environments. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr SR Rafi, Dr AU Ullah
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