We have 32 digital signal processing PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

The production of electric energy from wind technology has experience great advances in the later years. It is estimated that the potential of wind energy in the world is between 20.000 x 106 and 50.000 x 106 MWh/year, whereas the energy consumption is about 15.000 x 106 MWh/year. Read more

Supervisors: Dr FVS Vedreno Santos,, Mr SP Papadopoulos

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

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Sensor Signal Processing

University of Birmingham Department of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering

Over the last couple of decades sensing devices have become ubiquitous in modern life. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C G Gilliam

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

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PhD in Media Provenance and Authenticity

University of Surrey School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering

We are looking to recruit an excellent PhD student in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) focused on the problem of ensuring media provenance and authenticity in the age of Generative AI. . Read more

Supervisor: Prof J Collomosse

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

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Digital Technologies

Loughborough University London Institute for Digital Technologies

London is one of the top cities in the world for developing the latest advances in technology, business and media, and offers a unique learning environment for anyone who shares a passion for digital technologies. Read more

Self-Funded PhD Students Only PhD Research Programme

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DDSP in Procedural Audio Sound Effects

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

This aim of this research is to improve the audio quality of synthesized procedural audio sound effects, optimising parameters through the use of differential digital signal processing (DDSP) techniques. Read more

Supervisors: Dr RS Selfridge, Dr CG Goddard

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

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Laser System Design for Digital Manufacturing

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Laser System Design for Digital Manufacturing. The laser resonator in defence& security systems dictate the system design and is usually the highest cost component of the system. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Esser

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

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High Voltage Performance of Printed Circuit Boards for Electric Vehicle Applications

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Engineering

3.5 Year self funded project. Project Summary. The push towards green energy and reduction in CO. 2. emissions, combined with advancements in power electronics and battery technology has led to increasing power demands and higher operational voltage requirements for automotive and aerospace transport solutions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Reid, Dr D Clark

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

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Neuromorphic photonic-electronic integrated circuits for fast and efficient SPIKE-based information PROcessing (SPIKEPRO)

University of Strathclyde Institute of Photonics

The human brain is exceptional at performing highly complex tasks fast and efficiently. Hence, neuromorphic (brain-like) information processing is receiving increasing research interest for use in novel computing and Artificial Intelligence (AI) hardware. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Hurtado, Dr J Porte-Parera

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

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PhD opportunities with the Institute for Digital Technologies at Loughborough University London

Loughborough University London Institute for Digital Technologies

The Institute for Digital Technologies offers research expertise and experience in a wide range of subject areas. Our academics are leading research in their field and are extremely well-networked with professionals in a range of industries and sectors. Read more

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Adaptive Signal Processing for Dynamic Environments

University of Birmingham Department of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering

In recent years the cost of many sensors has decreased, which combined with increased ease of use has led to a vast increase in the number of sensors being employed to measure increasingly complex environments. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B J Jelfs

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

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Machine learning for extreme scale computational imaging in radio astronomy

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

The Biomedical and Astronomical Signal Processing (BASP) laboratory at Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh (HWU), headed by Professor Yves Wiaux is recruiting a PhD student for research on deep learning for extreme-scale computational imaging in radio astronomy. Read more

Supervisor: Prof Yves Wiaux

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

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Smart Factory

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

The advent of Industry 4.0 has ushered in a new era of manufacturing, marked by the integration of advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and digital twins. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J.C. Corney, Dr MV Vidmar

28 February 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Sensor Fusion and management in Autonomous Airborne Platforms

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

Sensor networks, sensor fusion and management techniques address key challenges in intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR). Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Hopgood, Prof M Davies

28 February 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Compressed/low SWAP-C sensing

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Compressed/low SWAP-C sensing. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Y Altmann

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

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Development of broadband electronic warfare sensors for signal detection and direction finding

University of Adelaide Defence Trailblazer

Who can apply? Australian & New Zealand Citizens. Industry partner and funding body SRC Aus Pty. Ltd. Defence Trailblazer. Program of study available Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) with the University of Adelaide. Read more

Supervisor: Dr N Trong

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

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Data-Driven Computational Sensing and Imaging

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

Today's state-of-the-art imaging and sensing rely as much on computation as they do on sensor hardware. Furthermore, computational sensing and imaging is increasingly exploiting data-driven and machine learning solutions to enhance performance and develop novel hardware/software co-designed sensing systems. Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Davies, Dr J Hopgood

28 February 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Robot-Human Collaboration in Manufacturing Environments

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Robot-Human Collaboration in Manufacturing Environments. Research aims to revolutionize human-robot collaboration in industrial settings by integrating artificial intelligence (AI), reinforcement learning (RL) and systems monitoring. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Koskinopoulou, Assoc Prof FA Auat

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

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Foundations of deep learning for scalable computational imaging

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

The Biomedical and Astronomical Signal Processing (BASP) laboratory at Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh (HWU), headed by Professor Yves Wiaux is recruiting a PhD student for research on foundational deep learning methodology for computational imaging in astronomy and/or medicine. Read more

Supervisor: Prof Yves Wiaux

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

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New Materials and Structures for CTE Management of Laser Systems

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

A major challenge for defence & security laser systems is managing the heat generated and differential thermal expansion of the different components in the system. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J.C. Corney, Dr S T-W Tammas-Williams

28 February 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Machine Learning and AI for Optical System Optimization

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Machine Learning and AI for Optical System Optimization. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Carter, Dr M Koskinopoulou

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

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Ultra-Precision Robotic Manufacturing

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Ultra-Precision Robotic Manufacturing. Research will leverage cutting-edge robotic manipulation techniques, complemented by advanced vision systems, to achieve sub-millimeter accuracy in positioning and manipulation. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Koskinopoulou, Dr IC Carlucho, Dr Y Petillot

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

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Laser Based Manufacturing of Precision Optical Systems

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Laser Based Manufacturing of Precision Optical Systems. Manufacturing of lasers and similar high precision optical systems is challenging in terms of the very high precision and thermo-mechanical stability that is required whilst providing for active alignment processes. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Esser

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

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Gesture-Agnostic Radar-Based Hand Tracking for VR/AR Systems

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Dr Shelly Vishwakarma. Project description. Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are rapidly becoming integral to our digital experiences, necessitating the need for interfaces that are both non-intrusive and safeguard user privacy. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Vishwakarma

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Advanced Deep Learning Methods for Automatic Segmentation of Brain Tumours and other Intracranial Structures

University of Auckland Auckland Bioengineering Institute

Interested in a rewarding career in bioengineering? Get sponsored to do life-changing research in New Zealand!. Preoperative manual segmentation of Brain tumours is an extremely time-consuming task and adds an enormous amount of Neurosurgical workload. Read more

Supervisor: Dr HA Abbasi

22 July 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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PhD: Improving additive manufacturing productivity using correlative chemical and X-ray imaging (Fully Funded PhD)

University College London Department of Mechanical Engineering

Eligibility. Open to UK students and international students. Fully Funded. 3.5 years of Home tuition fees (currently £5,860/year) and a tax-free maintenance stipend of £24,000 per year. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Leung

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

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Wearable multimodal sensors at loaded body interfaces to assist remote healthcare

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Professor Liudi Jiang. Project description. Millions of people globally suffer from various physiological disorders and thus require long term sometimes lifelong rehabilitation and care. Read more

Supervisor: Prof L. Jiang

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

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PhD Position in RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers and Linearization Technologies

Villanova University Electrical and Computer Engineering

The radio frequency (RF) and Microwave group at Villanova University is looking for an initiative-taking, enthusiastic researcher, with a passion for experimentally driven research in radio-frequency/microwaves Power Amplifiers and Linearization Technologies. Read more

Supervisor: Prof T Cappello

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

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Multi-static Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar imagery for recognition of space objects from space

University of Birmingham Department of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering

We invite applications from a highly motivated individual to join research to develop multi-functional space borne radar capability for ISAR imagery of space objects from space. Read more

Supervisor: Prof M S Gashinova

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

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Novel Applications of Remote Sensing for Health

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

PhD Supervisor: Dr Adriana Wilde. Project description. Experience with us the cutting edge of unobtrusive remote sensing and its integration into our daily lives. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Wilde

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Bio-inspired Systems, Neuromorphic Hardware, Unconventional Computing

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics

Applicants are invited in one, or a combination of, the following areas. Bio-inspired Systems. Wonders in Nature, including our own brains, have fascinated scientists and en- gineers for decades if not centuries. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Trefzer

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

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We have 32 digital signal processing PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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