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We have 3,174 PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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The Framework of Large Audio Model based on Audio Recognition

This project aims to define and develop a Large Audio Model (LAM) framework that hierarchically models audio features to establish relationships between sound objects. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr SL Li
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Audio Repair and Recovery via Audio Recognition Techniques

This research project addresses the critical challenge of repairing and recovering degraded audio signals through advanced machine listening techniques. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr SL Li
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Reverse Engineering for Generative Audio Signals

This research proposes a novel reverse engineering framework to detect and analyse generative audio signals. By employing advanced signal processing and machine learning techniques, the project aims to identify the underlying generative models, source audio content, and training datasets used to create synthetic audio. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr SL Li
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Identification of Non-Genuine Audio

This research focuses on developing robust techniques for identifying non-genuine audio content by analysing semantic inconsistencies in AI-generated, partially synthesised, or artificially combined audio. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr SL Li
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Synthesis of high heating doped magnetic nanoparticles and unravelling of their heating effect on cancer biology for effective treatment

Cancer has a major impact on society. Around 392,000 people are diagnosed with cancer each year in the UK (2020-2021) (https://www.macmillan.org.uk/). Read more
 Supervisor: Prof N T K Thanh
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Cyber-Physical Risk

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Cyber-Physical Risk is a national PhD research training centre, based at University College London (UCL), dedicated to addressing the rapidly evolving security challenges emerging from the convergence of cyber and physical systems. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Fully funded EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Cyber Security

Digital infrastructures are at the heart of our societal fabric. They range from traditional critical infrastructures, for example, water, power to emerging ones such as smart cities, intelligent transportation, Fintech and future banking, through to large social and business interaction platforms. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Fully funded EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Cyber Security

Digital infrastructures are at the heart of our societal fabric. They range from traditional critical infrastructures, for example, water, power to emerging ones such as smart cities, intelligent transportation, Fintech and future banking, through to large social and business interaction platforms. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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UKRI AI Centre for Doctoral Training In Practice-Oriented Artificial Intelligence

Practice-oriented AI is all about tackling complex problems in science and research and developing powerful pipelines employing state-of-the-art AI algorithms and techniques. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  UKRI AI Centre for Doctoral Training
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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Sensor Technologies and Applications in an Uncertain World (Sensor CDT)

The EPSRC Sensor CDT, established in 2014, has an exemplary record of training sensor experts and now we invite you to apply our exciting, innovative, and welcoming programme. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Quantum Doctoral Programmes

EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Quantum Computation and Quantum Communications (QC2) trains the next generation of research pioneers, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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10 fully funded 4-year PhD studentships at the EPSRC and BBSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Engineering Solutions for Antimicrobial Resistance

The Centre for Doctoral Training in Engineering Solutions for Antimicrobial Resistance is an EPSRC and BBSRC funded programme at University College London offering fully funded 4-year PhD studentships. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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10 fully funded 4-year PhD studentships at the EPSRC and BBSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Engineering Solutions for Antimicrobial Resistance

The Centre for Doctoral Training in Engineering Solutions for Antimicrobial Resistance is an EPSRC and BBSRC funded programme at University College London offering fully funded 4-year PhD studentships. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Opportunities in the EPSRC Centre in Doctoral Training (CDT) in Innovation for Sustainable Composites Engineering

The University of Bristol and University of Nottingham are offering projects for doctoral studies starting in September 2026 with a focus on the creation of sustainable and efficient solutions for the design of composite structures. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Data-Driven Electrocatalysis for Energy and Chemical Systems: Hydrogen oxidation as a key enabler for electrified chemical synthesis beyond water

  Research Group: Interfacial Electrochemistry Group
The electrification of chemical synthesis is central to the transition towards sustainable energy and manufacturing systems. Non-aqueous electrochemical routes to reactions such as CO₂ and N₂ reduction offer important advantages over aqueous processes, including improved selectivity and access to new reaction pathways. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof I Stephens, Dr RR Rao, Prof Magda Titirici
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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An Accurate 3D Tracking Framework for Virtual Surgery Simulation

Virtual surgery is an important component of the international trend toward the reform of "digital medicine" education, promoting the integration of computer simulation with clinical medicine. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr N Xiang
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Film Studies - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Join an internationally recognised group of Film Studies and Television scholars and contribute original research to this dynamic field. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Humanities Research Programme
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Quantifying protein interactions in real time via dipole relaxation frequency

Proteins are large, complex molecules with an uneven distribution of polarizable and ionizable amino acids, and they often possess a dipole moment. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Soloviev
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Adapting knowledge in machine learning models

This project will develop machine learning algorithms to cheaply and efficiently adapt knowledge in machine learning / AI models. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr SS Swaroop
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Optimal ultrasonic imaging for structural integrity prediction

  Research Group: Ultrasonics & NDT
Non-destructive testing (NDT) is vital to ensure structures are safe and to reduce operating costs by facilitating predictive maintenance. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof B Drinkwater
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Role of the centrosome and cilium in (neural) development using zebrafish as a model organism

My research interest lies in the roles of centrioles and associated proteins, as parts of the centrosome and cilium, in cell biology and early vertebrate development, using zebrafish as a model system. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Wilkinson
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Engineering Provitamin A (Beta-carotene) Rich Tomatoes

Background. Poor diets are a leading contributor to chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, certain cancers, and obesity. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof P Fraser, Dr G Enfissi, Dr LP Perez
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding
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Engineering Biology for Sustainable Isoprenoid Production

Background. Isoprenoids represent one of the largest and most diverse classes of natural products, with applications spanning nutrition, health, Pharma and industry. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof P Fraser, Dr G Enfissi, Dr LP Perez
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding
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Investigating molecular mechanism of medium chain fats in muscle health and cardiovascular disease treatment

Ketogenic diets, involving restricted carbohydrate and high fat consumption, have been proposed to increase skeletal muscle strength, with likely impacts on professional sports performance. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof R S B Williams, Dr AB Malerba
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Multimodal Learning and Control for Dexterous Robotic Manipulation

The start date. no later than fall 2026 .  We are offering a PhD position that provides a unique opportunity to develop deep expertise in robotics, machine learning, and control. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr YB Bekiroglu
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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International Max Planck Research School

Apply for PhD positions in structural, molecular, cellular and developmental biology, bioinformatics, genomics, evolutionary biology, and more. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  Max Planck Research Programme
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Marine Natural Porduct Research

  Research Group: Natural Products Research Lab.
The ocean accounts for 70% of the total surface area of ​​the Earth. In terms of animals, among the 34 animal phyla discovered so far, marine life accounts for 33 phyla. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof YBC Cheng
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Unravelling the effects of dynamics on catalysis in porous materials through advanced NMR spectroscopy

  Research Group: Department of Chemistry, Analytical Methods and Physical Chemistry Theme
More efficient catalytic and separation processes that require less energy and enable the sustainable utilisation of small molecules and chemical feedstocks are essential for achieving net zero and reducing the environmental impact of modern industry. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Nilsson, Dr D Lee
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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The impact of somatic and epigenetic DNA variation on tree adaptation and evolution

In virtually all living organisms, mutations of genomic DNA allow the generation of new traits that, if positively selected, drive adaptation to changing environments and contribute to evolution. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Catoni
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Haustoria-omics and RNAi gene silencing, to understand gene regulation, fungal virulence and infection during powdery mildew and rust diseases in cereals.

Powdery mildews (PMs) and rusts are prevalent plant diseases that compromise the production of many valuable food and horticultural crops, including wheat and barley. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof L Bindschedler
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only