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The University of Manchester - Department of Physics and Astronomy

The University of Manchester
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Manchester is home to outstanding research, leading facilities such as the Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics, and internationally renowned physicists and astronomers including the discoverers of graphene Professor Sir Andre Geim and Professor Sir Konstantin Novoselov, and Professor Brian Cox. Read more
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Intelligent Proprioceptive Anthropomorphic Robotic Hands

University of York
School of Physics, Engineering and Technology
  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
Robotic hands and grippers are pivotal in robotic handling or interactions with objects, and similarly, a robot can intelligently manipulate an object. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr BJ Jamil
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Robust Model-based Predictive Control for Hybrid Robotic Arms

University of York
School of Physics, Engineering and Technology
  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
In contrast to conventional robots, hybrid (soft-rigid) robots offer enhanced interaction safety alongside sensorised, repeatable performance. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr BJ Jamil
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Dexterous Manipulation for Hybrid Robots Using Reinforcement Learning

University of York
School of Physics, Engineering and Technology
  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
Hybrid Robotic manipulators combine soft and rigid components that allow them to be safer and more reliable than their rigid counterparts during their interactions with the world. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr BJ Jamil
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Deployable Mobile Robots for autonomous inspection applications

University of York
School of Physics, Engineering and Technology
  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
The adoption of autonomous robots for industrial inspection holds significant appeal, primarily due to their capacity to operate in various environments without concern for safety and health hazards. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr BJ Jamil
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Autonomous Sensor Design and Verification

University of York
School of Physics, Engineering and Technology
  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
Sensing is essential for machines to interact intelligently and safely with the external environment, much like humans do[1, 2]. Human tactile sensing, for instance, allows us to handle a variety of objects, from delicate berries to heavy payloads – by adapting our touch and pressure accordingly. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr BJ Jamil, Prof A M Tyrrell
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Advanced Proprioception for Robotic Legs

University of York
School of Physics, Engineering and Technology
  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
Humans are complex mechanical systems of interconnected bodies with a high degree of freedom (DOF). Our inner structures/bodies have naturally evolved with advanced proprioception and control, enabling us to perform a wide range of actions/movements, such as running, walking, sitting, and jumping. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr BJ Jamil, Dr P Ellison
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Molecular Origins of Stability in Organic Photovoltaic Materials

University of Birmingham
School of Chemistry
A 3.5-year PhD position is available in the field of experimental nanoscience at surfaces and molecular-scale imaging of conjugated polymers in the group of Prof. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof G Costantini
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Understanding and mitigating the impact of fraudulent participation on health research

University of Liverpool
Department of Public Health, Policy and Systems
This mixed-methods PhD aims to explore how health researchers experience and address fraudulent participation, aiming to develop practical guidelines to protect research integrity across multiple aspects of Health research. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr B Deja
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Filters and antenna systems for New Space applications

University of Birmingham
Department of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering
There is a growing trend in space applications toward the use of higher frequencies and broader bandwidths. For example, high throughput telecommunication satellite systems are transitioning from Ku/Ka to Q-band, with extensions reaching the W- and D-band. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof Y Wang
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Reconfigurable and programmable microwave devices and antenna systems using new materials and smart structures

University of Birmingham
Department of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering
With the pervasive use of wireless communication systems from land to space, static communication hardware no longer meets the diverse and dynamic deployment needs. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof Y Wang
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Silent Owl Flight: Noise Generation by Turbulent Flows over Flexible Aerofoil Trailing Edge

University of Birmingham
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Are you passionate about the reduction of aircraft noise? Do you want to contribute to cutting-edge research that will lead to silent airfoil design?. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Z Wang
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Biology of ageing: investigating the effect of novel compounds on longevity and functionality

Royal Holloway, University of London
Department of Biological Sciences
One of the primary goals of ageing research is to identify compounds that can extend lifespan and/or improve physical and cognitive performance in old age. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Augustin
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Targeting human neurodegenerative diseases using the fruit-fly Drosophila melanogaster

Royal Holloway, University of London
Department of Biological Sciences
Almost a million of people in the UK suffer from neurodegenerative disorders. Alzheimer’s disease, dementia with Lewy bodies, and Frontotemporal dementia are the most common causes of neurodegenerative dementias. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Augustin
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Remote Object Identification using Quantum-Enhanced Imaging

Heriot-Watt University
Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences (IPaQS)
  Research Group: Single-Photon Group
About the Project. Overview. In recent years, there have been a number of remarkable advances in the use of quantum detection in optical imaging. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof G Buller
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