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Emerging viruses at the animal-human-environment interface

Institute of Infection, Veterinary and Ecological Sciences

Live animal markets are key interfaces for zoonotic spillover, where viruses circulate between animals and humans. This PhD will investigate the prevalence, evolution, and transmission dynamics of emerging viruses, including avian influenza and coronaviruses, using integrated wet-lab and bioinformatic approaches. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Naguib, Prof JL Lindahl

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

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PhD in Electrical Engineering - Advanced Gallium Nitride (GaN) HEMT Development for RF Power Electronics

University of Glasgow

College of Science and Engineering

Start date. Flexible between October 2026 and January 2027 . Project summary . Gallium Nitride (GaN) High‑Electron‑Mobility Transistors (HEMTs) are transforming RF and power electronics due to their high breakdown field, fast switching, and exceptional power density. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Moran

30 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Of plastics and plastic responses: the transgenerational implications of microplastic toxicity

The University of Western Australia

School of Biological Sciences

Plastic pollution is one of the most widespread and enduring human alterations to all environmental niches across our planet’s surface. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Firman

30 December 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Light-Driven Co-Generation: Integrating Solar Hydrogen Production with Waste-Fed Selective Photooxidation

Monash University Malaysia

Engineering and Information Technology

The global transition towards clean energy has placed green hydrogen (H₂) at the forefront of decarbonisation strategies. Read more

Supervisor: Prof C Chong

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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“Atomic layer deposition of transparent conducting electrodes for silicon-based tandem photovoltaics”

University of Birmingham

Department of Mechanical Engineering

The capacity of photovoltaic (PV) installations now exceeds 1.5 TW peak worldwide due to the success of silicon-based solar cell technologies which account for >95% of production. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Pain, Prof JD Murphy

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

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Behind the Wheel – Self-Management of Musculoskeletal Pain in Professional Drivers

University of Birmingham

School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences

Professional bus, coach and lorry drivers face high levels of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) due to long hours of sitting, whole-body vibration and poor ergonomics. Read more

Supervisors: Dr G S Skamagki, Dr M M Mansfield

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

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Health systems engineering for a new symptom-focused MLTC pathway in remote and rural settings

University of Strathclyde

Department of Design, Manufacture and Engineering Management

Aim. This project researches the translation of systems engineering expertise into healthcare practice. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A M Maier

31 August 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Investigating the role of Post-Translational Modifications in Mcl-1 in macrophage host defense against bacteria in chronic lung disease

University of Sheffield

School of Medicine and Population Health

Regulation of Mcl-1 in Macrophage Host Defense. This PhD project offers an opportunity to explore immunometabolism and cell signaling, focusing on how macrophages decide whether to live or die to protect the host. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Marriott, Dr J Cole

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

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Closed-Loop Embodiment and Gait Stabilization Using a Robotic Tail for Neurorehabilitation in Parkinson’s Disease

University of Reading

Department of Biomedical Engineering

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Supervisor: Dr Y Hayashi

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

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AI-supported early stage design of certifiable systems for safety critical, disruptive technologies

University of Strathclyde

Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Sustainability for future aviation is exceptionally challenging requiring development of disruptive technologies for a highly safety critical application. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Jones, Dr B Stephen

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

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Combining genetic and biophysical approaches to understand the structure function relationship of the Notch Abruptex domain

The University of Manchester

Division of Evolution, Infection and Genomic Sciences

Research Group: Division of Evolution, Infection and Genomic Sciences

Notch is a developmental signalling receptor with widespread roles in metazoan development and adult stem cell regulation. Precise control of Notch signalling levels is crucial for proper development and health. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Baron, Dr M Cliff, Dr J Swift

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

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Catalyst development for biomolecule modification (industrially funded project)

University of Liverpool

Department of Chemistry

A PhD position is available in the group of Professor John Bower at the University of Liverpool (https://bowerresearchgroup.wordpress.com/). Read more

Supervisor: Prof J Bower

30 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Avoiding extinction: genomic predictors of local adaptation in the wild

The University of Western Australia

School of Biological Sciences

Avoiding extinction. predictors of local adaptation in the wild. Wild populations are becoming smaller and more isolated; whilst simultaneously having to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and climate. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N. R. LeBas, Assoc Prof J Tomkins, Dr F Richardson, Prof L Simmons

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Development of a novel analytical platform combining laser-based techniques and multivariate data analysis for the characterisation of radioactive waste disposal materials

University of Surrey

School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering

Research Group: Analytical and Atomic Spectroscopy

The aim of this project is the development of an analytical platform based on the combination of laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass-spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) and laser induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) with multivariate data analysis, for the rapid, cost-effective and waste-free characterisation of solid materials relevant to the nuclear industry and radioactive waste disposal. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Felipe-Sotelo, Dr M Short, Dr C Crean

12 July 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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(SATURN CDT) Gas transport in compacted bentonite in high salinity environments

University of Strathclyde

Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

Saturn_Nuclear_CDT . This 4-year PhD studentship at the University of Strathclyde provides an annual stipend of £26,000. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Pedrotti, Prof A Tarantino

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

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Exploring the impact of indoor pollution on uncontrolled asthma patients and their response to treatment

University of Leicester

Department of Population Health Sciences

Despite the increase in research on the indoor environment in recent years, significant knowledge gaps remain regarding exposure to indoor air pollution (IAP) in British homes [1-5]. Read more

Supervisors: Prof A Hansell, Prof C Brightling, Dr R Cordell, Dr TR Riveron

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

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GenAI for Human Emotion Synthesis

University of Reading

Department of Computer Science

Generative AI (GenAI) offers powerful new tools for synthesizing facial expressions and creating photorealistic 3D human avatars. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Guedes

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

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Molecular‑scale ageing of biochar in soils: evolution of functionality, performance, and implications for carbon credits

University of Edinburgh

School of Chemistry

A PhD studentship is available in the groups of Dr Valentina Erastova, School of Chemistry, co-supervised by Prof Saran Sohi, School of Geosciences, University of Edinburgh, in collaboration with Black Bull Biochar (www.blackbullbiochar.com). Read more

Supervisor: Dr V Erastova

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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PhDs in Education

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Institute of Education

Our research aims to improve policy and practice in education locally, regionally and internationally. We invite applications for research study in any of our research strengths: . Read more

Self-Funded PhD Students Only Social Sciences Research Programme

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Microlocal analysis and its applications in quantum resonances, partial differential equations with analytic or Gevrey regularity, and several complex variables.

University of Birmingham

School of Mathematics

Microlocal analysis explores the classical/quantum correspondence in partial differential equations (PDEs). For example, the concept of symbol quantisation in the theory of pseudodifferential operators links classical observables (functions on phase space) with quantum operators. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H Xiong

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

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PhD studentship in microbiome and Parkinson’s Disease: A pan African multi omic and organoid investigation

Newcastle University

Faculty of Medical Sciences

Award summary. Funding will cover an annual stipend aligned to the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27) and 100% of tuition fees at the Home (UK) rate. Read more

Supervisors: Prof C Stewart, Prof R Walker, Dr T Fothergill-Misbah

10 July 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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REaLIst Review and EValuation on the RolE of Mobile Technology to reduce Medication Burden in Older People (RELIEVE)

Aston University

College of Health and Life Sciences

Details of the Project. Background. As we age, we experience more disease and may need more medication. Read more

Supervisors: Prof IM Maidment, Dr L Hakobyan

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Realist evaluation of what works, for whom and in what circumstances to non-pharmacologically manage antipsychotic weight gain in people with Severe Mental Illness and Learning Disability (SMI-LD) dual diagnosis (RESOLVE-LD)

Aston University

College of Health and Life Sciences

Details of the Project. Antipsychotics are the main treatment for severe mental illnesses (SMI) such as schizophrenia. Whilst they may treat the symptoms of psychosis, they are associated with significant weight gain. Read more

Supervisors: Prof IM Maidment, Dr M U Khan

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Deciphering stress response in healthy aging

Aston University

College of Health and Life Sciences

Details of the Project. Background. When organisms encounter stressors such as heat, nutrient deprivation, or oxidative damage, cells form stress granules (SGs)—aggregates of proteins and RNA. Read more

Supervisors: Dr Z Balklava, Dr M Repici

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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GTP Depletion and Genome Stability: Mechanistic Insights into Mycophenolic Acid-Induced Transcriptional and DNA Damage Responses

Aston University

College of Health and Life Sciences

Details of the Project. Mycophenolic acid (MPA), the active ingredient of the immunosuppressant mycophenolate mofetil, is prescribed to millions worldwide, yet we lack a fundamental understanding of how it works. Read more

Supervisors: Dr TK Kantidakis, Dr BK Kysela

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Beyond H3K4 Methylation: Mechanistic Insights into How KMT2D Controls Transcription, DNA Repair and Genome Stability

Aston University

College of Health and Life Sciences

Details of the Project. KMT2D is one of the most frequently mutated genes in human cancer, with recurrent loss-of-function alterations in lymphoma, bladder, colorectal and gastric tumours, and is the causative gene in Kabuki syndrome. Read more

Supervisors: Dr TK Kantidakis, Dr BK Kysela

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Regulation of brain fluid homeostasis by dynamic aquaporin-4 subcellular relocalisation

Aston University

College of Health and Life Sciences

Details of the Project. Background. Aquaporins facilitate passive, bidirectional water transport in all cells and tissues. Read more

Supervisors: Dr PK Kitchen, Prof R M Bill

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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We have 3,657 PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 3,657 PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Emerging viruses at the animal-human-environment interface

PhD in Electrical Engineering - Advanced Gallium Nitride (GaN) HEMT Development for RF Power Electronics

Of plastics and plastic responses: the transgenerational implications of microplastic toxicity

Light-Driven Co-Generation: Integrating Solar Hydrogen Production with Waste-Fed Selective Photooxidation

“Atomic layer deposition of transparent conducting electrodes for silicon-based tandem photovoltaics”

Behind the Wheel – Self-Management of Musculoskeletal Pain in Professional Drivers

Health systems engineering for a new symptom-focused MLTC pathway in remote and rural settings

Investigating the role of Post-Translational Modifications in Mcl-1 in macrophage host defense against bacteria in chronic lung disease

Closed-Loop Embodiment and Gait Stabilization Using a Robotic Tail for Neurorehabilitation in Parkinson’s Disease

AI-supported early stage design of certifiable systems for safety critical, disruptive technologies

Development of selection traits for breeding resilient cocoa varieties

Research opportunities in the Department of History of Art

Research opportunities in the Department of History

Combining genetic and biophysical approaches to understand the structure function relationship of the Notch Abruptex domain

Catalyst development for biomolecule modification (industrially funded project)

Avoiding extinction: genomic predictors of local adaptation in the wild

Development of a novel analytical platform combining laser-based techniques and multivariate data analysis for the characterisation of radioactive waste disposal materials

(SATURN CDT) Gas transport in compacted bentonite in high salinity environments

Exploring the impact of indoor pollution on uncontrolled asthma patients and their response to treatment

GenAI for Human Emotion Synthesis

Molecular‑scale ageing of biochar in soils: evolution of functionality, performance, and implications for carbon credits

PhDs in Education

Microlocal analysis and its applications in quantum resonances, partial differential equations with analytic or Gevrey regularity, and several complex variables.

PhD studentship in microbiome and Parkinson’s Disease: A pan African multi omic and organoid investigation

REaLIst Review and EValuation on the RolE of Mobile Technology to reduce Medication Burden in Older People (RELIEVE)

Realist evaluation of what works, for whom and in what circumstances to non-pharmacologically manage antipsychotic weight gain in people with Severe Mental Illness and Learning Disability (SMI-LD) dual diagnosis (RESOLVE-LD)

Deciphering stress response in healthy aging

GTP Depletion and Genome Stability: Mechanistic Insights into Mycophenolic Acid-Induced Transcriptional and DNA Damage Responses

Beyond H3K4 Methylation: Mechanistic Insights into How KMT2D Controls Transcription, DNA Repair and Genome Stability

Regulation of brain fluid homeostasis by dynamic aquaporin-4 subcellular relocalisation

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