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Biofilms: Hidden Engines Driving Antimicrobial Resistance? (Reference no: SHLS26147 - Spencer)

  Research Group: ReaCH -The Research Centre for Health
Project description. DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 07/08/2026. We have an exciting opportunity for a four-year PhD studentship within the Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) at Glasgow Caledonian University (https://www.gcu.ac.uk/research/researchcentres/reach). Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Spencer, Prof G Ramage, Dr A Escudero, Dr S Gillman
 7 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Improving the solvent tolerance of E. coli by understanding the rules of accumulation

Gram negative bacteria such as E. coli use two main mechanisms to survive in the presence of a range of toxic molecules such as antibiotics, biocides, and solvents. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr T Overton, Prof S Jabbari, Prof J Blair
 6 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Mixed precision methods for numerical linear algebra at exascale

  Research Group: School of Computer Science
Please note the start date for this project is Monday 1 February 2027. Join an international team developing scalable algorithms to solve numerical linear algebra challenges on supercomputers. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Fasi
 30 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Beyond scratching the surface: optimisation of biofilm disinfection. (Reference no.: SHLS26146- Kean)

  Research Group: ReaCH -The Research Centre for Health
Project description. DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 07/08/2026. We have an exciting opportunity for a four-year PhD studentship within the Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) at Glasgow Caledonian University (https://www.gcu.ac.uk/research/researchcentres/reach). Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Kean, Prof G Ramage, Mr J Clarke
 7 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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(UoM - Tsinghua) - Reliability of Dielectric Interfaces for Power Conversion Applications

The energy system worldwide is transforming rapidly towards the trends of decarbonization and decentralization, which influenced how we generate, transmit and consume electricity every day. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Li, Prof F Yin
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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(UoM - Tsinghua) - Development of Digital Twin of Solid-State Transformers for Data Centres

Solid-state transformers (SSTs) are a key technology for the next generation of smart, flexible and low-carbon power networks. They will support renewable energy integration, electric vehicle charging, and data centres. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof Z.D Wang, Assoc Prof B C Cao
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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(UoM - Tsinghua) - Development of Next-Generation Epoxy Composite Materials for HVDC Converter Transformer Bushings

High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) technology is central to future low-carbon interconnected electrical power networks, enabling long-distance renewable energy transmission, offshore wind integration, and flexible electricity grids. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Matharage, Assoc Prof B C Cao
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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(UoM - Tsinghua) - Bio-Derived Thermosets for High Voltage Applications

The expansion of electrical grids and integration of renewable energy have heightened the demand for reliable high-voltage (HV) insulation. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr T Chen, Prof F Yin
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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(UoM - Tsinghua) - Precision tracking for neutrino measurements in FASER

The discovery and first observations of collider neutrinos by the FASER experiment have opened a new frontier in neutrino physics at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M QM Queitsch-Maitland, Mr ZH Hu
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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(UoM - Peking University) - Investigating heteroaggregation and settling of engineered nanoparticles, phytoplankton, and clay particles in seawater conditions for marine-based carbon dioxide removal

Negative emission technologies are crucial to meet the targets of the 2015 Paris Agreement. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr P Babakhani, Dr J L Liu
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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(UoM - Peking University) Chemical, physical and optical properties of wood burning emissions, and their evolution in the atmosphere

Wood/agriculture burning emissions are known to affect both human health and climate, through their toxicity and also how they interact with light. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Allan, Prof Q C Chen
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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(UoM - Peking University) - AERIS-Lab: A Laboratory-Grounded Virtual Aerosol Scientist for Interpreting Ambient Organic Aerosol Mass Spectra

Mass spectrometry has transformed our ability to measure the molecular composition of atmospheric aerosol, but interpreting the resulting spectra remains slow, expert-dependent and difficult to reproduce. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr D Topping, Assoc Prof S G Guo
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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(UoM - Peking University) - Geostationary Satellite-Enabled Multi-Source Data Fusion for Dynamic PM2.5 Hotspot Detection and Predictive Population Exposure Management in Megacities

Air pollution remains one of the most important environmental threats to public health, particularly in megacities where dense populations, complex urban form, traffic emissions, industrial activity and rapidly changing meteorological conditions create substantial local variation in fine particulate matter (PM2.5). Read more
 Supervisors: Dr ZZ Zheng, Assoc Prof J W Wei
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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(UoM - Peking University) - Investigating the selective pressure for antimicrobial resistance under environmental factors

Antibiotic resistance is one of the most pressing global challenges this century. While much attention has focused on clinical misuse, increasing evidence shows that environmental exposure also plays an important role. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr Y Jin, Prof W S Sun
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Advancing reproductive management in honey bees

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time funded PhD scholarship starting in Autumn 2026 affiliated to the College of Science and Engineering / School of Natural Sciences/ Zoology/ Ryan Institute at the University of Galway. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof G McCormack
 20 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Fully Funded PhD Studentship for UK Home Fee Status Candidates in the Department of Materials

The project topic is flexible and will be developed jointly by the student and the supervisor, depending on the candidate’s background and research interests. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Hu
 30 March 2027  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Electroactive 4D-Printed Morphing Structures via Mechanical Instabilities

4D printing is emerging as a transformative manufacturing paradigm in which 3D-printed structures are engineered to change shape over time in response to external stimuli. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr F Martinez-Hergueta, Dr M.T. Taffetani
 30 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Agentic AI for Autonomous, Resilient, and Sustainable Smart Grid Systems

The rapid integration of renewable energy resources, distributed energy resources (DERs), electric vehicles (EVs), battery energy storage systems (BESS), and intelligent grid-edge devices is fundamentally transforming conventional electrical power systems into highly decentralized and cyber-physical smart grids. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Charles Sarimuthu
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Mitigating Delamination Cracking in Post-Tensioned Concrete Containments of Nuclear Power Plants

If you like to learn more about the mechanics and design of advanced concrete structures, you may wish to consider applying for this PhD opportunity! We’re recruiting a PhD candidate to join a dynamic, supportive team at the University of New South Wales to investigate Cracking in Post-Tensioned Concrete Containments of Nuclear Power Plants. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Hamed
 19 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Machine Learning & Monitoring for Fatigue Life Estimation of Floating Solar Farms

This PhD project is a fully funded collaborative research through the European Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network called DIAMOND. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Karimirad, Assoc Prof VP Pakrashi
 17 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Simulations for the new generation of batteries: optimising sodium-ion battery performance via atomistic, AI, and continuum modelling

Supervisory Team. Professor Chris-Kriton Skylaris and Dr Sergio Vernuccio. This project examines how sodium‑ion batteries can overcome limitations in capacity and cycling lifetime to rival lithium‑ion batteries. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof C K Skylaris
 30 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Autonomous Knowledge Acquisition and Semantic World Modelling for Language-Grounded Human-Robot Collaboration

Human-robot collaboration requires robots to perceive, understand and reason about the world in ways that support natural interaction with people. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr N Djaid
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Steph Test

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 Supervisor: Ms C White
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Faculty of Informatics, Masaryk University

The doctoral degree program in Computer Science offers a comprehensive exploration of contemporary computer science and information technology, covering a diverse range of topics. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  Maths Research Programme
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Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University

The PhD Programme in Economics, Finance and Management at the Faculty of Economics and Administration provides a comprehensive framework for advanced study and research across key areas of economics, finance, management, and public policy. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  Social Sciences Research Programme
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Department of Psychology

This programme presents the opportunity to join our international and interdisciplinary research community working within the fields of developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, neuroscience and neurocognition or social processes. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  Social Sciences Research Programme
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Research opportunities in Computer Science

Our Department of Computer Science has a strong international reputation for conducting research that has real impact, tackles fundamental questions and addresses interdisciplinary problems which face today's computer scientists. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (European/UK Students Only)  Computing PhD Programme
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Research opportunities in the Centre for Medieval Studies

As the oldest interdisciplinary centre for postgraduate study of the Middle Ages in the UK, the Centre for Medieval Studies (CMS) offers world-class teaching from expert academics. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Humanities Research Programme
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Research opportunities in the Department of English and Related Literature

The Department of English and Related Literature at the University of York is ranked highly for its field-defining research. One of the UK's largest graduate schools, we are proud to have built a welcoming, international community with a global outlook. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Humanities Research Programme
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Assured Runtime Control for Safe Autonomy (ARCS-A) [PhD in Engineering (Funded)]

Modern autonomous ground vehicles (AGVs/UGVs) in defence operations require sophisticated AI/ML-based control systems for perception, decision-making, and adaptive responses in complex, unstructured environments where terrain can change abruptly. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Menon
 17 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)