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Emerging viruses at the animal-human-environment interface

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

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

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

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”

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

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

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

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

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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

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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Development of selection traits for breeding resilient cocoa varieties

Project Overview. Cocoa is grown throughout the humid tropics providing an essential ingredient to the confectionery industry. However, yields have been unstable, especially in West Africa where the majority of cocoa is produced. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A Daymond, Dr F Lahive, Prof P Hadley
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Research opportunities in the Department of History of Art

Our Department of History of Art is at the forefront of art history research. We have strong partnerships with institutions and world-leading academic staff with a wide range of expertise. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Arts Research Programme
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Research opportunities in the Department of History

The Department of History at the University of York is one of the largest History graduate schools in the country. We offer world-class research opportunities to a vibrant international community of students. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Social Sciences Research Programme
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Combining genetic and biophysical approaches to understand the structure function relationship of the Notch Abruptex domain

  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)

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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