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We have 72 grid PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Building the next Generation of Smart Grid Infrastructures

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

Building the future of Smart Grid infrastructures involves leveraging advanced technologies and integrating renewable energy sources, enhancing grid resilience, improving efficiency, and implementing intelligent monitoring and control systems. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Chrysoulas

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

Binks Institute for Sustainability: Development of a digital twin of green hydrogen energy hubs

University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering

The project will investigate the development of green hydrogen energy hubs (such as the Stannochy Energy Hub, Brechin), and build a detailed understanding… Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Dixon, Dr J Vorstius

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

An Information Theoretic Approach to the Smart Grid

University of Sheffield Department of Automatic Control and Systems Engineering

The way the smart grid is envisioned in the near future is as a constantly changing system where intermittent renewable sources and non stationary loads impose a turbulent system. Read more

Supervisor: Dr I Esnaola

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

Optical fiber sensors for overhead conductor line sag monitoring in smart grid

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

Electrical energy can be transferred from power plants to consumers via overhead power lines. With the advancement in sensors and communication technologies, traditional power systems have undergone a transformation towards smart grid systems. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Kerrouche

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

Model of Energy Demand and Carbon Reduction for Control of Energy Storage

University of Salford School of Science, Engineering and Environment

Information on this PhD research area can be found further down this page under the details about the Widening Participation Scholarship given immediately below. Read more

Supervisor: Prof W Holderbaum

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

Developing a coordinated control for hybrid ac/dc microgrids with renewable sources-battery storage under dynamic generation and load conditions

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

Due to the ongoing high penetration of renewable energy sources into the grid, the energy landscape is going through a major transformation. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Ahmad, Dr F Kahwash

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

Process Simulation and Integration of Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) in the Context of Wind Electricity

University of Sheffield Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering

With the penetration of intermittent renewable energy sources into the national electricity grid, it is increasingly challenging to balance the electricity demand and generation. Energy storage (esp. Read more

Supervisor: Prof M Wang

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

A Societal Index Model for the Assessment of the Safety, Operability and Resilience level of Regional Mini Energy Grid

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

The project is aimed at developing an open expert system for the end user and also for the developer to carry out the risk analysis involved in systems utilizing upcoming new energy technologies. Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof K Hughes

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

Multi-fidelity systems-level simulations for nuclear thermal hydraulics

The University of Manchester Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering

Thermal hydraulics simulations at plant level are vital for the understanding of plant performance, safety under accident scenarios, and for the better understanding of transient phenomena. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Skillen, Dr Y Mahmoudi Larimi, Dr A Mole

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

CFD and data-driven modelling for Accurate Force and Acoustic Predictions

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

The research of alternative novel propulsion systems relies on the capability to produce reliable and predictive numerical simulations of such systems including details of the moving parts. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Grenga, Dr B Ganapathisubramani

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

Planning for the Extremes: Wildfire Resilience of Power System Infrastructure

University of Birmingham Department of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering

Due to the longevity of infrastructure investments, it is critical that energy infrastructure be located and designed with future climate in mind. Read more

Supervisors: Dr D Donaldson, Dr N Kettridge

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

Development of a Real-Time Pricing Mechanism for the Integration of Active and Reactive Power Transactions in Deregulated Power Systems to Enhance Ancillary Services

Griffith University School of Engineering and Built Environment

The modern power system is undergoing a transformation towards a smart and competitive grid, where various stakeholders, including generating companies, power retailers, and strategically responsive consumers, actively participate in its daily operations. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Sanjari

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

Energy Storage Modelling

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Prof Andrew Cruden, Prof Richard Wills, Prof Suleiman Sharkh. Project description. Applications are invited for a fully-funded PhD studentship to investigate the electrical, thermal and economic modelling of a range of electrical energy storage types (e.g. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Cruden

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

Asset-scale nowcasting of the impact of scour on coastal electricity transmission infrastructure

University of Liverpool School of Environmental Sciences

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Cooper, Dr K Clark

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

Renewables and the UK Energy Market

University of Strathclyde Engineering Hydrogen NetZero (EnerHy) CDT

PhD in the Engineering Hydrogen NetZero (EnerHy) CDT which is an EPSRC-funded Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) focusing on research and training in the areas of Hydrogen and Wind Energy. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Carroll

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

Cyber Risk Impact Awareness System Tool (Cyber-RIAST)

The University of Manchester Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

The smart grid is rapidly evolving and merging with digital and information communication technologies (ICT) systems, resulting in an interconnected cyber-physical energy system. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Li, Prof Z Hu

1 September 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Green Circular Economy using Hydrogen Derivatives

University of Strathclyde Department of Chemical and Process Engineering

The UK currently imports all its copper, nickel, cobalt, and a variety of other critical metals from overseas. Read more

Supervisors: Prof S Roy, Dr E Brightman

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

Novel Machine Learning for Forecasting PV output

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

The rapid proliferation of wind and solar installations, coupled with the growing impact of climate change on the volatile UK weather, creates formidable operable challenges for the UK electricity Grid. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Z Cai

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

Optimizing Anchor Layouts in Seismic Reinforcement of URM Walls

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

Unreinforced masonry (URM) load-bearing walls were commonly used in historic buildings but are weak in shear and vulnerable to cracking and damage during seismic events. Read more

Supervisors: Dr Y Yardim, Dr HKC Chai

16 January 2025 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Design and Modelling of DC/DC converters for HVDC tapping

Aberdeen University School of Engineering

These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A ALIAKBAR JAMSHIDI FAR, Prof D Jovcic

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

Hydrogen production impacts for drought resilience planning

University of Sheffield Department of Civil and Structural Engineering

A reliable water supply and a successful energy transition are two necessary conditions for a sustainable future. Yet we know little about how the switch to intermittent renewables (wind, solar) for our energy supply will affect the future operation of our water infrastructure. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Rouge

15 September 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Developing Dynamic Line Rating Determination of Transmission Lines Using Artificial Intelligence Techniques

Griffith University School of Engineering and Built Environment

Transmission lines play a crucial role in ensuring the reliable and efficient transfer of electricity over long distances. However, their static rating limits often lead to underutilization or the risk of overloading during peak demands or under dynamic weather conditions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Sanjari

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

Advanced control of inverter-based resources to realize stable smart grids

Manchester Metropolitan University Faculty of Science and Engineering

Summary. The smart grid concept is paving the way towards efficient, reliable, and sustainable power systems. Inverter-based resources are among the most crucial components of the smart grid, interfacing renewable energy sources, storage devices, and electronic loads. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Paspatis

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

Energy Market Transition for Net Zero

University of Birmingham Department of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering

As the world grapples with the urgent need to mitigate climate change and achieve a net-zero carbon emissions future, understanding and reshaping energy markets is of paramount importance. Read more

Supervisor: Dr WH Hua

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

Potentials of Electric Vehicles and Heat Pumps for the Voltage Control Strategy of the Modern Distribution Networks

Glasgow Caledonian University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

REFERENCE NUMBER. Project Reference Number. SCEBE-22SF-EVHPMDN-Nazir. Please use select the reference number above or refer to the project number if applying via a prospective applicant route. Read more

Supervisors: Dr F Ul Nazir, Prof M Farrag

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

Numerical models for a new combustion era

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Hydrogen will be, among the synthetic fuels, the preferable energy carrier able to address the spatial and temporal separation between energy production (renewable source) and consumption. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Grenga, Dr E.S. Richardson

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

Vulnerability of Coastal Energy Infrastructure to Climate and Environmental Change

University of Liverpool School of Environmental Sciences

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisors: Prof A Plater, Dr R Smedley, Dr C Lyddon

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

Membrane-less Redox Flow Batteries

The University of Manchester Department of Chemistry

This project will focus on the development of membrane-less redox flow battery systems for grid-scale energy storage. We will use novel aqueous electrolytes and new types of cell chemistries as well as “bespoke” systems based on organic molecules. Read more

Supervisor: Prof R Dryfe

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

Condition monitoring and non-destructive testing of dynamic cable for offshore renewable energy industry

The University of Manchester Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Offshore wind energy is central to UK’s ambition of transitioning to a sustainable future electricity grid. The growth in power generation from floating wind turbines is increasingly further away from shore and utilising the floating wind turbine support structures. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Chen, Prof A Peyton

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

Condition monitoring and non-destructive testing of dynamic cable for offshore renewable energy industry

The University of Manchester Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Offshore wind energy is central to UK’s ambition of transitioning to a sustainable future electricity grid. The growth in power generation from floating wind turbines is increasingly further away from shore and utilising the floating wind turbine support structures. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Chen, Prof A Peyton

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

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