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Non-Invasive and Semantic-based IoT stream processing framework with Agentic AI for Next-Generation Trustworthy Wearable and Ambient Systems

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Wearable Internet of Things (IoT) devices such as smartwatches, health trackers, and fall detectors are revolutionising healthcare, assisted living, and safety-critical systems. Read more

Supervisors: Dr OB Bamgboye, Prof X Liu

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

Carbon-Conscious Resource Scheduling for AI Workloads in the Cloud–Edge Continuum

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

AI workloads are rapidly increasing in scale and complexity, powering applications such as intelligent transportation, smart cities, healthcare monitoring, and industrial automation. Read more

Supervisor: Dr AU Ullah

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

Distributed Intelligence for Self-Organising Cloud–Edge Infrastructures

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

AI-powered cyber-physical and IoT systems are becoming integral to modern environments, with applications in smart cities, Industry 4.0, augmented reality, and autonomous vehicles. Read more

Supervisor: Dr AU Ullah

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

Augmented Audio Soundscape Design for Enhanced Experiences

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Soundscape design is an interdisciplinary field that has the potential to transform how we experience and interact with our surroundings. Read more

Supervisors: Dr BD Di Donato, Dr I McGregor

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

Robots Dancing to Salsa

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

This project considers the social partnered aspects of salsa danced to salsa music, and how a pair of robots could dance to this style of music. Read more

Supervisors: Dr CG Goddard, Dr ES Sobolewska

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

Designing and Personalisation of Social Robots

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

With the rapid development of humanoid social robots, and mixed reactions towards them from the general public (Sobolewska, Vanderschantz, Bitcon, 2021), it becomes imperative to provide prospective users with machines that are not only efficient and effective in their tasks, but also provide excellent User Experience, with desirable design and pleasurable interactions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr ES Sobolewska, Dr CS Strathearn

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

Embodied AI for Wellbeing: Exploring the Opportunities for Social Robots

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Although therapeutic approaches such as cognitive-behavioural therapy and mindfulness programmes are effective, according to study reported by Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy, systemic barriers, including resource shortages, delivery variability, and long waiting times, limit accessibility and consistency (Peipert, et al., 2022). Read more

Supervisors: Dr ES Sobolewska, Dr CS Strathearn

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

Human Factors and Behaviour Change Interventions for Cybersecurity

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Cyberattacks are increasingly designed to exploit and manipulate users’ behaviour rather than targeting purely technical vulnerabilities. Read more

Supervisors: Dr JPV Vargheese, Dr D Brazier

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

Networks of Play: Community Building, Tools, and Engagement in the Games Industry

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Over the past two decades, digital games have evolved into complex cultural products supported by vast ecosystems of players, creators, and developers. Read more

Supervisors: Dr ID Donald, Ms FS Stewart

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

Exploring Techno-Spiritual Experiences for Place-Based Interaction

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

This PhD opportunity will invite candidates to explore and critically examine the intersection between religious, spiritual and transcendent experiences with place. Read more

Supervisors: Dr TG Grandison, Dr IH Helgason

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

Interactive Sound Mapping and Embodied Listening for Long-Term Public Engagement with Anthropogenic Marine Noise

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

This PhD project explores how environmental science, sound design, and interactive technologies can be developed to address one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Read more

Supervisors: Dr RS Selfridge, Dr I McGregor

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

Actor-Controlled Interactive Sound Design in Live Theatre Performance

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

This PhD project invites researchers with interests in theatre, sound, and interactive technology to explore new possibilities in live performance. Read more

Supervisors: Dr RS Selfridge, Dr I McGregor

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

Playful engagement with Politics in the time of misinformation

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Background. Education and knowledge have long been considered core factors in explaining why individuals engage in political and civic activities (Galston, W.A., 2001, Ashley, Maksl and Craft, 2017). Read more

Supervisors: Dr HW Wagner, Dr DD Darzentas

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

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Personalised Learning and Academic Performance in Higher Education: A Mixed-Methods Study

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the educational landscape by enabling data-driven decision-making, adaptive learning systems, and personalised support for students. Read more

Supervisor: Dr WD Demeke

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

Two is better than one: The effect of multiple robots in human-robot interaction

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

A large literature has shown that multiple robots in socially assistive roles perform better than a single robot in the same role (Li et al., accepted). Read more

Supervisors: Dr JL Li, Dr ES Sobolewska

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

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