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We have 3,657 PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Digitalisation towards Safety in Construction: The Facilitating Role of Industrialised Construction (Ref: MMC1-Safety)

This PhD project lies at the intersection of three topics. Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), digital technologies and industrialised construction. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Saad
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Genomic instability and mutation during inflammation-induced initiation of cholangiocarcinoma

Second Supervisor. Prof. Sheela Jayaraman, Health and Medical Sciences/BDI/Medicine/ Translation Medical Sciences/Centre Cancer Science, University of Nottingham. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Jarman
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Decoding Myeloid Cell Regulation of Cancer Metastasis and Therapeutic Response

This project aims to decode the diverse roles of myeloid cells within tumour microenvironments, particularly in pancreatic cancer. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof A Mieglo, Prof M Schmid
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Intelligent Medium Access Control for Underwater Acoustic Communication Networks

  Research Group: Communication Technologies
Most research in underwater acoustic communication deals with the physical layer, with primitive and inflexible multiple access, despite the medium access control layer playing a crucial role in providing efficient communication. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof P D Mitchell
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Realistic Underwater Acoustic Propagation Model for Medium Access Control Protocol Evaluation

  Research Group: Communication Technologies
Successful prediction of the performance of medium access control protocols is dependent on a realistic model of the underlying propagation channel. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof P D Mitchell
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Developing an advanced microscopy platform to characterise neuronal internalisation and spreading of pathological protein aggregates

PhD studentship in automated fluorescence microscopy to study intercellular aggregate spreading, Imperial College London. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Ye
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PhD Research in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

  Research Group: data science and artificial intelligence
The Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) Group (https://research.reading.ac.uk/dsai/) is seeking motivated doctoral candidates interested in developing innovative methodologies for intelligent data analysis. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Guedes
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD Research in Computational Vision

  Research Group: computational vision
The Computational Vision Group (CVG) (https://research.reading.ac.uk/computational-vision-group/) is looking for PhD candidates to bridge the gap between human perception and machine understanding. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Guedes
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD Research in Environmental Science

  Research Group: advanced computational science
The Advanced Computing and Emerging Systems (ACES) Group (https://research.reading.ac.uk/aces/) invites applications from prospective PhD students interested in the future of how we process and manage environmental information. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Guedes
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Design and synthesis of novel polymers for the additive manufacturing of biomedical devices

Project Overview. This University of Reading funded studentship targets the discovery of dynamic biocompatible supramolecular polymer networks for deposition via additive manufacturing techniques to create new biomedical devices. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof W C Hayes, Dr J Cooper
 30 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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3D temperature field reconstruction from local temperature monitoring in directed energy deposition PhD

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to undertake a PhD program titled "3D Temperature Field Reconstruction from Local Temperature Monitoring in Directed Energy Deposition." This exciting research opportunity focuses on advancing large-scale additive manufacturing using metal wire as feedstock and electric arc as the heat source. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Sun
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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CFD-informed finite element analysis for thermal control in wire-arc directed energy deposition PhD

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate to pursue a PhD programme titled "CFD-informed finite element analysis for thermal control in wire-arc directed energy deposition." This research opportunity focuses on advancing the field of large-scale additive manufacturing, utilising metal wire as the feedstock and electric arc as the heat source. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Sun
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Intelligent Multi-scale Magnetic Robots for Endoluminal Surgical Applications

  Research Group: School of Electronic & Electrical Engineering
This PhD position is part of the IMMERSE project (Intelligent Magnetic Multi-scale Robotics for Endoluminal Surgical Excellence), an ambitious research programme aiming to develop the next generation of medical robots for minimally invasive surgery. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof P Valdastri, Dr J H Chandler
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Epigenetics and Cancer: Determining how Mistakes in V(D)J Recombination Trigger Leukaemias and Lymphomas

  Research Group: School of Molecular and Cellular Biology
V(D)J recombination is essential to produce antibody and T-cell receptor genes but since the reaction involves breaking and rejoining DNA, it is highly dangerous and errors have long been thought to lead to leukaemias and lymphomas. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Boyes
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Thought-to-Text using Generative AI

This project explores the development of cutting-edge thought-to-text systems within the realm of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Moshfeghi
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Avoiding Cancer Cells via Unbiased Resampling from Annual Tabulated Electronic screening data (ACCURATE) (Ref: MA/PL-SF1/2026)

In this project, we aim to use biostatistical and AI tools to identify key risk factors that protect specific cancer-free individuals from developing cancer compared with individuals at high risk. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Liu
 1 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Towards Next-Generation Trustworthy AI via Neuro-Symbolic Computing (Ref: CO/CZ-SF1/2026)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already an essential part of the world, from daily chatbots to assistants for education, healthcare, and software development. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr CZ Zhang
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Improving satellite communications using AI (Ref: CO/SD-SF1/2026)

Spiking Neural Networks (SNN) are an energy efficient alternative to Artificial Neural Networks (ANN). Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites could particularly benefit from using SNNs to perform Artificial Intelligence (AI) workloads in an energy-efficient manner. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Dora, Dr M Derakhshani
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Join CDT-FORT to Shape the Future of Secure Networks- fully funded studentships available for October 2026 entry

APPLICATIONS OPEN TO HOME STUDENTS ONLY FOR 2026 INTAKE! 8 places available. We are part of the TechExpert*** pilot offering stipends of £31,000 for students eligible for home fee status. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Join CDT-FORT to Shape the Future of Secure Networks- fully funded studentships available for October 2026 entry

APPLICATIONS OPEN TO HOME STUDENTS ONLY FOR 2026 INTAKE! 8 places available. We are part of the TechExpert*** pilot offering stipends of £31,000 for students eligible for home fee status. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Join CDT-FORT to Shape the Future of Secure Networks- fully funded studentships available for October 2026 entry

APPLICATIONS OPEN TO HOME STUDENTS ONLY FOR 2026 INTAKE! 8 places available. We are part of the TechExpert*** pilot offering stipends of £31,000 for students eligible for home fee status. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Sports acoustics: Impact sound in cricket, golf, baseball and tennis

Supervisory Team. Dr. Giacomo Squicciarini, prof. Tim Waters and Dr. Michal Kalkowski. This project examines how impact sounds in cricket, golf, and tennis reveal the physics and performance quality of each strike. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Squicciarini
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Role of the extracellular matrix in skeletal muscle stem cell function

  Research Group: Development, Regeneration and Neurophysiology
The regenerative capacity of skeletal muscle stem cells, also called satellite cells, is essential for muscle homeostasis and to maintain healthy muscles throughout the lifespan. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A G Borycki
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PRIMED for Medincinal Chemistry (PRecision, AI Informed, Molecular EDiting)

  Research Group: Rebecca Goss
The PhD focusses on innovative precision molecule editing and diversification. PRIMED combines late stage enzymatic halogenation with synthetic diversification of aryl and alyl halides. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof JM Goss
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Improving the Translation of Diagnostic Test Accuracy Research Into Real‑World Clinical Practice Using Routine Health Data and Advanced Meta‑Analysis Methods

Diagnostic tests are central to effective clinical decision‑making, yet the performance reported in research studies often differs markedly from that observed in everyday NHS settings. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr B Willis
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Fluid Gel-Based Injectable Hydrogels for Osteoarthritis Pain and Inflammation

Project Overview. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a leading cause of pain and disability worldwide. Current treatments such as intra-articular steroid injections provide only short-term relief and often require repeated administration, increasing the risk of joint damage and systemic side effects (1). Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Hardy, Dr R Moakes, Dr M M Mansfield
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Investigating the blueprint for bio-inspired next generation sunscreens

Rising ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels present a growing challenge for both human health and the environment. While sunscreens play a critical role in preventing skin cancer, many current UV-filter ingredients raise concerns around safety and ecological impact. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof V Stavros
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Translation Studies - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join an impactful Modern Languages department and undertake research in Translation Studies. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Humanities Research Programme
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African Studies and Anthropology - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

African Studies PhD/MA by Research (On-Campus or by Distance Learning). African Studies and Anthropology PhD / MA by Research. Social Anthropology PhD/MA by Research (On-Campus or by Distance Learning). Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Arts Research Programme
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Drama - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Whether you’re driven by creative and practical research, or you want to specialise in a theatrical approach to theatre and performance, you'll research with renowned academics and practitioners at one of the UK's leading Drama and Theatre Arts departments. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Arts Research Programme

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