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The development of young children’s understanding of multi-digit numbers (Ref: LN/JB-SF1/2026)

Loughborough University

Mathematics Education Centre

Once children have become proficient in using small numbers, they are faced with new challenges as soon as numbers get bigger. One of these challenges concerns the place-value structure of multi-digit numbers. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Bahnmüller

7 January 2027 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

How do the languages that we speak affect numerical processing and mathematics achievement? (Ref: LN/IXD-SF1/2026)

Loughborough University

Mathematics Education Centre

A growing body of research suggests that different aspects of language influence the way we think about, represent, and apply numbers and mathematical concepts. Read more

Supervisors: Dr I Xenidou-Dervou, Dr J Bahnmüller

7 January 2027 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Resilient Intelligent Traffic Systems with Learning Optimisation and Chance Constraints (Ref: CO/YX-SF2/2026)

Loughborough University

Department of Computer Science

This project develops learning-driven and optimisation-based methods to keep cities moving under disruption, with a core focus on chance-constrained optimisation for risk-aware decision making. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Y Xie

1 September 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Intelligent Vehicular Ad-hoc Networks (VANET) (Ref: CO/LG-SF1/2026)

Loughborough University

Department of Computer Science

Vehicular Ad-hoc Network (VANET) is an emerging research area and has been attracting great attention in recent years. VANET is a special case of MANET (Mobile Ad hoc Network) and is a key part of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) framework. Read more

Supervisor: Dr L Guan

1 October 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Artificial Intelligence Empowered Electric Vehicle Motor Drive System

University of York

School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics

Electric vehicle development has been a hot topic around the world. This PhD programme will develop artificial intelligence based design and control methods to optimize eletromagnetic performance and sustainablity of electric vehicle motor drive system. Read more

Supervisor: Dr X Zhao

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

Development of a relevant cocultured cell skins models to understand the development of biofilms in wounds

The University of Manchester

Division of Pharmacy and Optometry

Research Group: Division of Pharmacy and Optometry

Bacteria colonize skin but in general, do not form biofilms when the skin is intact; however, bacteria do form biofilms in wounds which delays healing. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Pluen, Prof A McBain, Dr CT Tapeinos

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

UK STUDENTS APPLY NOW: Fully funded, four-year PhDs in Applied Mathematics or Mathematical AI

Lancaster University

Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Be part of the next generation of mathematicians shaping the future of mathematics and AI. Apply now to join the MARS PhD programmes at Lancaster University in October 2026. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) 4 Year PhD Programme

Modelling the Dynamic Development of Expertise: Integrating Practice, Ability, and Individual Differences

University of Sheffield

School of Psychology

Understanding how human expertise develops remains a central question across psychology, education, and cognitive science. Competing theoretical perspectives have emphasised either the dominant role of deliberate practice or the importance of individual differences such as intelligence. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Vaci, Prof M Bilalic

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

Improving Detection and Intervention for Social Isolation and Loneliness in Dementia Using NLP and Clinical Screening

University of Sheffield

School of Psychology

Dementia is a progressive neurocognitive condition that substantially reduces quality of life and life expectancy, and is frequently experienced as deeply isolating. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Vaci, Dr Kirsty Harkness

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

Investigating the Mechanisms of Early Executive Function Development

University of Sheffield

School of Psychology

The Topic. Executive functions (EF)—the goal-directed thinking skills that underpin learning—develop rapidly in early childhood. Yet, the toddler years remain the "dark ages" of cognitive development. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Blakey

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

PhD Programmes at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano

Free University of Bozen-Bolzano

In the last few years, through our five faculties and 8 competence centres, we have invested significantly in implementing and boosting our research activities. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) Italy PhD Programme

Investigation of wake dynamics of Vertical Axis Wind Turbine farm layout in urban environment

University of Staffordshire

School of Digital, Technology, Innovation & Business

Summary of the proposed research . Vertical axis wind turbines (VAWTs) also have an omnidirectional design characteristic, allowing these turbines to extract wind from any direction. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Islam

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

Intelligent Distribution System Operation for Low-Carbon Power Systems

The University of Manchester

Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Electricity networks around the world are undergoing a rapid transformation as renewable generation, electric vehicles, heat pumps, and battery storage are deployed at scale. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Ehsan

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

Unlocking the Microstructure: Advanced Characterisation of Nickel Alloys for Next-Generation Turbines

The University of Manchester

Department of Materials

Project Description. Are you excited by the idea of using world-class microscopy to unlock the secrets of materials and shape the future of sustainable energy? This PhD offers a rewarding chance to become a materials science expert, combining cutting-edge characterisation with real-world industrial impact. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Gholinia, Prof F Scenini

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

Developing an in silico method for restoration of endodontically treated human molar teeth.

University of Liverpool

School of Engineering

The aim of the project is to understand how individual traits like tooth shape and material properties affect the success of various restorations approaches of molar teeth. Read more

Supervisors: Dr RR Readioff, Dr A Sharp, Dr EM Moawad, Prof FJ Jarad

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

Multi-arm and Constrained Manipulation

The University of Manchester

Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Robotics applications in surgical, space, scientific, and nuclear domains often demand dexterous manipulation in constrained spaces. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Marinho

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

Linking Retinal Structure and Visual Function Using OCT and Virtual Reality

University of Leicester

School of Psychology and Vision Sciences

The human visual system depends on the precise interplay between retinal structure and neural processing to support high-acuity vision. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Thomas, Dr Z Tu

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

New generation metallo-antimicrobials

University of Leicester

Department of Chemistry

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major public health concern worldwide. According to the latest statistics, bacterial AMR was responsible for 4.71 million deaths in 2021. Read more

Supervisors: Dr K Suntharalingam, Dr JH Hodgkinson

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

Development of bioengineered vascular model for functional vascular genomics

University of Leicester

School of Engineering

Second Supervisor. Dr Tom Webb, Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, University of Leicester. ‘Omics’ technologies such as transcriptomics, proteomics and epigenomics analyse biological molecules on a large scale, providing comprehensive insights. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Shepherd

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

New synthetic antibodies for circadian research

University of Leicester

Department of Genetics, Genomics and Cancer Sciences

Did you know that camels and llamas have a unique type of antibody that can be a powerful tool for science? These are nanobodies, tiny, highly stable, single-domain. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Rosato, Prof C P Kyriacou

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

New Approaches to Investigate Substrate Binding and Reaction Mechanism of CO2-reducing Enzymes

University of Leicester

Department of Chemistry

Second Supervisor. Dr Emma Hesketh, Leicester Institute for Structural and Chemical Biology, University of Leicester. Global warming driven by rising levels of greenhouse gases, especially CO₂, is one of the greatest challenges of our time. Read more

Supervisor: Dr PR Macia

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

Cognitive Ageing and Language Comprehension: Insights from Eye-Tracking and EEG

University of Leicester

School of Psychology and Vision Sciences

With populations living longer worldwide, understanding how healthy ageing affects cognition is a pressing challenge. Reading is a vital skill, central to independence and wellbeing. Read more

Supervisors: Prof K Paterson, Dr A Pagán

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

Genome control by cohesin ligands

University of Leicester

Molecular and Cell Biology

Second Supervisor. Professor Peijun Zhang, Nuffield Department of Medicine University of Oxford. The human genome is metres long but packed into cells only a few micrometres in diameter. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Panne

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

Modifying recombination in plants

University of Leicester

Department of Genetics, Genomics and Cancer Sciences

In eukaryotes, chromosomes recombine during meiosis to create novel combinations of alleles that may be selected for in the next generation. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Higgins, Dr C May

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

Evolutionary mechanisms of pathogens – from commensality to virulence

University of Leicester

Department of Genetics, Genomics and Cancer Sciences

Clinically relevant pathogens evolve through a complex interplay of within-host evolution (including host and antibiotic selective pressure and interactions with other microorganisms), transmission dynamics, and metapopulation processes between hosts. Read more

Supervisors: Dr FF Freund, Dr S Beleza

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

Pin-ing it down: Understanding the Enigmatic Role of Pin1 in Health and Disease

University of Leicester

Department of Chemistry

Second Supervisor. Dr Gareth Hall, Institute of Structural and Chemical Biology & School of Biological and Biomedical Science, University of Leicester. Read more

Supervisors: Dr RD Doveston, Prof S Macip

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

Structure and dynamics of the intrinsically disordered regions of the RNA binding protein Sam68: implication for RNA binding and phosphorylation.

University of Leicester

Molecular and Cell Biology

A large proportion of the human proteome is composed of unstructured regions, termed intrinsically disordered regions (IDRs). Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Dominguez, Prof A Hudson

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

Optimising site transport deliveries: Modern Methods of Construction (Ref: MMC4-Delivery)

Loughborough University

School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering

Applications of Industrialised Construction (IC) involve producing prefabricated elements in factories, transporting such elements to prepared sites, and assembling these in suitable forms for a safe and operational end product. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Saad

30 June 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Integration of Circular Economy Principles into Industrialised Construction: A Design Typology for Reusable Infrastructure (Ref: MMC3-Circularity)

Loughborough University

School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering

Political attention and concerns are growing around the decreasing resources and the low tendency to reuse, repair, refurbish, recycle, or recover existing infrastructure in the United Kingdom. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Saad

30 June 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Architecture of Flexibility in the UK: Towards Broader Customisation in Industrialised Construction (Ref: MMC2-Flexibility)

Loughborough University

School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering

One of the core benefits of Industrialised Construction (IC) is the repetitive standardised advantage gained, allowing broader efficiency, quality, and an inheritable learning process across different projects. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Saad

30 June 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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