thin film PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

High-throughput discovery of new materials as functional coatings on glass for net-zero applications

University of Liverpool Department of Chemistry

This studentship will develop and implement a high-throughput magnetron sputtering workflow for optoelectronic materials discovery as thin film coatings on glass. Read more

Supervisors: Prof M J Rosseinsky, Dr T Manning, Dr R Potter, Prof P R Chalker

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Computational exploration of substrates and interfaces for thin film solar cells

University of Liverpool Department of Chemistry

To address the challenge of net-zero carbon a diverse energy generation landscape is required of which photovoltaics (PV) is a major constituent. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Dyer, Dr T Manning

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Development of sustainable Superconducting RF for UK-XFEL

Lancaster University Cockcroft Institute

A student is sought for a PhD study on the development of thin film coated superconducting RF cavities for the UK X-ray Free Electron Laser (UK-XFEL) design study. Read more

Supervisor: Prof G Burt

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

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Self-assembly of nanoparticles on thin films and droplets of surfactant-polymer mixes

Canterbury Christ Church University SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

Many types of nanomaterials rely on the self-assembly process of their corresponding nanoparticles. Soft matter thin films are often used as templates to direct the assembly of the nanoparticles into desired arrangements. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Zimbitas

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

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Self-assembly of nanoparticles on thin films and droplets of surfactant-polymer mixes

Canterbury Christ Church University SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

Many types of nanomaterials rely on the self-assembly process of their corresponding nanoparticles. Soft matter thin films are often used as templates to direct the assembly of the nanoparticles into desired arrangements. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Zimbitas

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

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Electronic properties of ferroelectric domain walls

University of Warwick Department of Physics

Perovskite oxides, materials with the simple chemical formula ABO3 (where A and B are positively charged cations), can exhibit a vast range of phenomena, including ferroelectricity, high-temperature superconductivity, and magnetism. Read more

Supervisor: Dr MH Hadjimichael

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

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Nanofabrication of novel materials for spintronics and energy harvesting

Loughborough University Department of Physics

Society has benefitted from the continued miniaturisation of electronic components to the extent that we now take the availability of portable personal devices such as smart watches, phones, tablets and lighter, faster laptops for granted. Read more

Supervisor: Prof K Morrison

1 July 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Enhancing Superconducting Properties of SRF Thin Films by Laser Processing

The University of Manchester Cockcroft Institute

Superconducting niobium cavities are the most crucial components in particle accelerators to provide the acceleration to the desired particles via RF energy with low losses. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Xia

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

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PhD - Ultra-thin opto-acoustic fibre optic probe for cancer characterisation.

University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering

Aim. Develop an ultra-thin, bio-compatible, fibre optic ultrasound instrument and a model to predict the mechanical properties of soft matter. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Smith

1 June 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Perovskite oxide thin films for spintronics and nano-electronics

University of Canterbury School of Physical and Chemical Sciences

Background. Research in our lab focuses on the development of novel functionalities driven by spin and quantum effects in oxide thin films. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Sando

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

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Preparation and Characterisation of ‘Green’ Photocathodes for the Generation of High-Brightness Electron Beams

University of Liverpool Department of Physics

The quality of the electron beam in an accelerator is limited largely by that of the electron source. Fourth generation light sources such as the planned UK X-FEL and ultrafast electron diffraction projects require high-brightness electron sources. Read more

Supervisor: Prof C Welsch

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Altermagnetism. A new phase for Spin

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Condensed matter and materials physics

Recently, there have been observations in which phenomena typical of ferromagnets are accompanied by order that would normally be associated with antiferromagnets. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Cavill

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

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PhD in Chemistry - Self-Assembled Organic Thermoelectric Generator Materials

University of Glasgow College of Science and Engineering

Thermoelectric materials convert a temperature gradient to electricity. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Draper

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Particle-surface adhesive forces and their role in resuspension phenomena

University of Bristol Chemistry

This project will be undertaken through the EPSRC Aerosol Science CDT with the University of Bristol and the University of Bath. Resuspension of coarse particles is a significant source of aerosol particles and can pose an enduring health risk (e.g. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Jones

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Development of chromium-based coatings for improved safety and performance in hostile environments

Manchester Metropolitan University Advanced Materials and Surface Engineering

This is a full-time, funded PhD opportunity in the Faculty of Science and Engineering, Department of Engineering. Read more

Supervisor: Prof P Kelly

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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We have 30 thin film PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

thin film PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 30 thin film PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

High-throughput discovery of new materials as functional coatings on glass for net-zero applications

Computational exploration of substrates and interfaces for thin film solar cells

Development of sustainable Superconducting RF for UK-XFEL

Self-assembly of nanoparticles on thin films and droplets of surfactant-polymer mixes

Self-assembly of nanoparticles on thin films and droplets of surfactant-polymer mixes

Electronic properties of ferroelectric domain walls

Nanofabrication of novel materials for spintronics and energy harvesting

Enhancing Superconducting Properties of SRF Thin Films by Laser Processing

PhD - Ultra-thin opto-acoustic fibre optic probe for cancer characterisation.

Perovskite oxide thin films for spintronics and nano-electronics

Preparation and Characterisation of ‘Green’ Photocathodes for the Generation of High-Brightness Electron Beams

Altermagnetism. A new phase for Spin

PhD in Chemistry - Self-Assembled Organic Thermoelectric Generator Materials

Particle-surface adhesive forces and their role in resuspension phenomena

Development of chromium-based coatings for improved safety and performance in hostile environments

We have 30 thin film PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

thin film PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 30 thin film PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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