We have 92 risk assessment PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

This project aims to assess if vascular analysis in retinal images can be used for personalised and early myopic degeneration/pathological myopia risk prediction. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Harish, Dr H Radbakrishnan, Dr A Revell

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

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Wildland fire modelling and risk assessment (PhD)

University of Canterbury Civil and Natural Resources Engineering

In the last decade, large and severe wildfires have increased in occurrence, duration and intensity. Read more

Supervisor: Dr T Logan

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

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Localised urban heat island monitoring to improve regulatory overheating risk assessment of domestic buildings

Leeds Beckett University School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing

The School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing at Leeds Beckett University is currently accepting applications for up to 4 funded full-time PhD Research Studentships. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Parker

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

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Evaluating the impact of the Domestic Abuse Suicide Risk Assessment Tool

University of Birmingham Birmingham Business School

The Centre for National Training and Research Excellence in Understanding Behaviour (Centre-UB) is inviting applications for a Doctoral Studentship in association with our collaborative partner the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) to start in October 2024. Read more

Supervisor: Prof JR Rockey

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

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Real-time risk assessment of meteorological hazards to coastal energy 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 J Higham

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

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The development of a risk assessment tool for under 18-year-olds who display harmful sexual behaviour, both offline and online

University of Edinburgh Scottish Graduate School of Social Science

Around a third of sexual abuse is perpetrated by children and young people. However, current assessment tools have primarily been informed by what is known about the treatment needs of adult sexual offenders, and there is a lack of research involving young people and their families. Read more

Supervisor: Dr JK Kloess

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

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Using ontologies to explain AI based risk assessment

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

The proposed new EU legislation on artificial intelligence will increase demand for systems that can explain decsions made by AI systems. Read more

Supervisors: Dr DH Haynes, Dr ST Thomson

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

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A Data Analytics Approach to Identifying Doping Risk Indicators

University of Birmingham School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences

The Centre for National Training and Research Excellence in Understanding behaviour (CENTRE-UB) is inviting applications for a Doctoral Studentship in association with our collaborative partner United Kingdom Anti-Doping (UKAD) to start in October 2024. Read more

Supervisor: Dr I D Boardley

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

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Binks Institute for Sustainability: Improving the Reliability and Economy of Anchors for Floating Offshore Wind Energy

University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering

As a part of efforts to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050, the UK offshore wind turbine capacity had reached 13.7 GW by 2022, but a higher growth rate is required to meet the target of 50 GW of installed capacity by 2030. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P He

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

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Binks Institute for Sustainability: Risk and sustainability dimensions of renewable energy infrastructure in the UK and Ireland in a changing climate

University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering

The transition from the primary reliance on exhaustible fossil fuel energy sources to renewable energy sources - decarbonisation of energy production - is an essential element of the government pledge to achieve Net Zero by 2050. Read more

Supervisors: Dr P Teixeira, Prof M MacDonald

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

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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

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Explainable prediction modelling for early detection of risks in multiple long-term conditions using health records data

Brunel University London Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Multiple Long-Term conditions (MLTC) are a major healthcare challenge associated with high service utilization and expenditure. In the project, the candidate will help develop robust and explainable AI methods for MLTC risk prediction. Read more

Supervisor: Dr T Zebin

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

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Fate of microplastics in waste waters and sewage sludge used in agriculture – impacts on the terrestrial environment

Kingston University Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

Microplastics and fibres are widespread in the environment with significant work undertaken in marine environments looking at the fate and uptake of microplastics through the food chain. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Hooda

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

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Integration of transactional and Ecological Momentary Assessment data for cancer risk factor prediction

University of Bristol Bristol Medical School

Rationale. Shopping history records, collected via purchases tracked on loyalty cards, can provide a new perspective on lifestyle choices and behaviours and how these relate to health outcomes such as cancer. Read more

Supervisors: Dr AS Skatova, Dr A Skinner, Prof T Gaunt, Prof R Martin

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

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Binks Institute for Sustainability: Climate change impact on design of coastal structures and infrastructure

University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering

Oceans, covering 70% of the planet, play a pivotal role in our lives, serving as a major source of energy, food, and a crucial means of transportation. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Hayatdavoodi, Prof P Lin

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

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Gaseous Pipeline Transport and its underground porous media Storage for NET ZERO Innovation

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 P Jadhawar, Dr S Sriramula, Dr Amir Siddiq

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

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Advancing Inclusive and Equitable Approaches for Anticipatory Climate Change Actions

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

Supervisors: Dr D Geekiyanage, Assoc Prof K Keraminiyage

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

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Structural health monitoring and conditioning of wind turbines via sensor fusion inspection

University of Strathclyde Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering

Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering (NAOME) department in the University of Strathclyde in collaboration with Ilosta Ltd. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Mehmanparast

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

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Predicting impacts of freshwater invasions: from the individual to ecosystems

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

Research Group: School of Biology

OVERVIEW. Biological invasions are a key driver of global change, causing irreversible ecosystem change, biodiversity loss and enormous economic burden. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J South, Assoc Prof E.J. Duncan

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

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EngD in AI Assurance and Verification

University of Warwick WMG

Artificial Intelligence plays a significant role in modern society and business, and this is only set to grow. The technology features in the electronic games we play, the cars we drive and the chatbots we engage with. Read more

Supervisor: Prof C Maple

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

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Plastic Pollution as an Anthropogenic Threat to Human Health: The Impact of Nano- and Microplastics Accumulation on Skeletal Muscle Function

Coventry University Centre for Physical Activity Sport and Exercise Sciences

This PhD aims to examine the impact of nano- and microplastic accumulation on skeletal muscle (SkM) function and will provide important insight into the threat of plastic pollution to human health. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J T Tallis

27 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Characterising human sebum using NMR approaches

The University of Manchester Department of Chemistry

We have recently shown that skin secretions in particular sebum, has a critical diagnostic role in other diseases unrelated directly to the skin. Read more

Supervisors: Dr D K Trivedi, Prof M Nilsson, Prof GA Morris

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

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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)

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Intelligent and Efficient Testing and Verification of Deep Neural Networks

University of York Department of Computer Science

About the Project. Deep Neural Networks (DNNs) have demonstrated human-level capabilities in several challenging machine learning tasks including image classification, natural language processing and speech recognition. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Gerasimou

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

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Combination of sensor fusion and machine learning for subsea structure inspection

University of Strathclyde Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering

Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering (NAOME) department in the University of Strathclyde in collaboration with Ilosta Ltd. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Mehmanparast

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

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Identification of tree species based on UAV captured images

University of Reading Department of Computer Science

Computer Computer vision technology has been found to be an important application in remotely sensed data understanding. This research exploits high‐resolution images captured by UAV payload cameras to identify tree species. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Wei, Prof J Ferryman, Dr G DiFatta

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

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Understanding risk and resilience factors for mental health and neurodiversity with BERRI in children and adolescents

University of Birmingham School of Computer Science

Supervisor: Dr P Tino

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

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Graduate Training Assistant (GTA) PHD scholarship, Sheffield Hallam University: Promoting Physical Activity to patients on Multiple Cardiovascular Disease Risk Registers

Sheffield Hallam University Sport and Physical Activity Research Centre

Applications are invited for Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) PhD scholarships in Sport and Physical Activity, Sheffield Hallam University, commencing 1st October 2024. . Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Hardcastle

15 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Clinical assessment and prediction of outcome post shoulder joint replacement using a smart device

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

More than 8000 shoulder replacements are performed annually in the UK alone, with numbers continuing to grow. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Ellison

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

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ESRC WGSSS collaborative PhD studentship: Exploring the variation and equality of access for at-risk adults in receipt of care and support in Wales

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Social Sciences

Cardiff University School of Social Sciences, supported by Wales Graduate School for the Social Sciences (WGSSS) (ESRC DTP) and Health Care Research Wales (HCRW), invites applications for PhD study for the following PhD project for October 2024 entry. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Scourfield, Dr FLW Lugg-Widger

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

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We have 92 risk assessment PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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