robotic PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Towards robotic 2D-IR spectroscopy for biomolecular fingerprinting of cancer

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Ultrafast 2D-IR spectroscopy is a new variant of Infrared spectroscopy which offers a unique analytical method for characterizing complex biomolecular samples. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Chauhan, Prof N Hunt

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

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Towards developing novel actuation method of soft robotic devices towards medical applications

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Beating-heart procedures represent a less invasive alternative to standard open-heart surgery with fewer perioperative complications, and shorter recovery time. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Chauhan

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

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Development of a Novel Biomimetic Anthropomorphic Robotic Arm-Hand System

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: Dr G Wei

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

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Building Big: Large-Scale Prototyping with Industrial Robotic Arms

University of Bath Department of Mechanical Engineering

This project embarks on a pathbreaking approach to additive manufacturing, focusing on the production of large-scale prototypes using industrial serial robotic arms. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Zhang

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

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Human-Robot Interaction in Healthcare: towards empathetic and human-centric robotic aids

Anglia Ruskin University ARU School of Engineering and the Built Environment

Proposed supervisory team. Dr Shabnam Sadeghi Esfahlani. Dr Muhammad Naguib Bin Ahmad Nazri. Dr Shahzad Gishkori. Theme. AI, Robotics and Automation. Impact themes. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Sadeghi-Esfahlani

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

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Robotic Non-Destructive Evaluation for AI-enabled Digital High-Value Manufacturing

University of Strathclyde Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

The University of Strathclyde is pleased to be able to offer a highly cross-disciplinary engineering ‎project on the development and systems integration of robotic NDE and high-value manufacturing. Read more

Supervisors: Dr Y Javadi, Dr T Konkova, Dr I Tavakkolnia

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

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Developing solution for robot in an uncertain environment

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

The School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment (SCEBE), at Edinburgh Napier University is proud to be contributing to the robotic and automation research and knowledge transfer over the years. Read more

Supervisor: Dr K Goh

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

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AI-based anti-cybercriminal Privacy Detection and Prevention through disciplining in Multi-modal Assistive Robotic Systems (MARS) in healthcare

Sheffield Hallam University Computing and Informatics

Project Brief. AI is transforming how healthcare services are delivered and research has shown the potential benefits of using intelligent robots in health and well-being, e.g., supporting independent living, supporting individuals with autism and intellectual disability, and even in an assessment of cognitive skills. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Marchang, Prof A Di Nuovo, Dr AM Mahmood, Dr JC Chowdhury

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

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Rolls-Royce sponsored PhD Scholarship, Design and Simulation of Stiffness-Adjustable Robotic Systems for Performing on-Wing Repair of Aero-Engines - (ENG 1318X2)

University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering

Applicants are invited to undertake a 3 year PhD programme in partnership with industry to address key challenges in on-platform manufacturing engineering. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Axinte

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

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Ultra-Precision Robotic Manufacturing

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

The successful applicants will join Heriot-Watt University and the National Robotarium, a world-leading research and development facility, which will translate cutting-edge research in robotics and related research fields into technologies to create disruptive innovation in an expanding global market, delivering sustainable economic benefit to Edinburgh, the UK and beyond. 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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State estimation for fault diagnosis and fault-tolerant control of redundant robotic systems

The University of Manchester Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

CRADLE is an EPSRC funded Prosperity Partnership that brings together the industrial experience that Jacobs have in applied robotics and autonomous systems (RAS) with the research expertise at the University of Manchester in this field. Read more

Supervisors: Dr L ZHANG, Dr M Marinho, Dr K Groves

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

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Machine Learning Model for Soft Robotic Gripper

Canterbury Christ Church University SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

Soft robotics are considered as a part of Robotics 2.0 which is related to the real-world environment with low predictability, low programmability, creativity, adaptation, and soft interaction. Read more

Supervisor: Dr N Naz

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

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Computer vision and robot control for performing on-wing repair of aero-engines - (ENG - 1398X1)

University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering

Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) in manufacturing and On-Wing Technology, The University of Nottingham. Applicants are invited to undertake a 3 year PhD programme in partnership with industry to address key challenges in on-platform manufacturing engineering. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Axinte

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

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An AI driven robotic system for physical exercise and personalised sports rehabilitation

Atlantic Technological University Research

The Postgraduate Research Programme MedAgriTech AI eXcellence (MATX) offers 12 PhD research scholarships to commence in 2024. Each project will include an enterprise placement of minimum 12 weeks duration. Read more

Supervisors: Dr P Long, Dr P Delassus, Dr J Regan

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

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Development of a Visuo-Haptic Recognition System to Enhance Robotic Perception in Cluttered Environments

The University of Manchester Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

The project aligns and contributes to the long-term goal of nuclear decommissioning at RAICo1, Dalton Cumbria and The University of Manchester. Read more

Supervisors: Dr X Cheng, Prof HY Yin

21 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (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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Robotic human leg simulation

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Humans are bodies; and bodies are movement. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Ellison

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

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Hybrid compliance: programmable six-axis remote compliance enabled by smart hybrid filler elastomers for robotic assembly and disassembly

University of Birmingham Department of Mechanical Engineering

Compliance facilitates the alignment of objects in automated assembly and disassembly. Compliance is a key technique to cope with uncertainties in positions and motions in automated operations. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Y Wang

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

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PhD studentship on Bimanual Robotic Manipulation

University of Bristol School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology

We seek a talented and motivated new PhD student to join our team at the University of Bristol. The successful applicant will join the largest centre for multidisciplinary robotics research in the UK. Read more

Supervisors: Prof N Lepora, Dr E Psomopoulou

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

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Securing Distributed Robotic Architectures: An Exploration into ROS Vulnerabilities and Beyond [Self Funded Students Only]

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Computer Science & Informatics

The rapid increase of adoption of robotics across a plethora of industries calls for rigorous scrutiny into the cybersecurity of these systems. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Anthi, Dr J Hernandez Vega, Dr G Theodorakopoulos

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

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Artificial Robotic skin – Large scale array

University of Bath Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering

The Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at the University of Bath is inviting applications for the following project from self-funded or externally funded applicants. Read more

Supervisor: Dr T Assaf

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

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User-Centric Privacy-by-Design AI-based Adaptive Access Control in a HealthCare Robot for the Elderly

Sheffield Hallam University Computing and Informatics

The Industry and Innovation Research Institute (I2Ri) draws on talents, expertise and facilities across Sheffield Hallam University. Read more

Supervisors: Dr JW Wang, Dr J Marchang, Prof A Di Nuovo

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

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Simulation-based training for improving surgical performance and patient safety in minimally invasive surgery (MIS).

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Minimally invasive surgery including laparoscopic and robotic surgery has increased annually since its introduction, especially in general surgery. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Tang

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Deploying safer robot chemists in real laboratory environments

University of Liverpool School of Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Computer Science

Robotic chemists [1] are a totally new and disruptive development in human-centric labs, and these systems are already beginning to carry out complex experiments that require skills beyond sample transportation (e.g., sample weighing [2] and scraping samples from vials [3]. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Pizzuto

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

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Robotic handling and inspection of complex materials using tactile and visual feedback.

Atlantic Technological University Research

The Postgraduate Research Programme MedAgriTech AI eXcellence (MATX) offers 12 PhD research scholarships to commence in 2024. Each project will include an enterprise placement of minimum 12 weeks duration. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Kerr, Dr P Long, Dr RS Redmond

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

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Computer Science: Fully Funded EPSRC DTP PhD Scholarship: Robotic third arm for harvesting assistance

Swansea University School of Mathematics and Computer Science

Funding providers: Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTP) and Swansea University's Faculty of Science and Engineering. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Chaparro Rico

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

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Developing robotic ground investigation tools for offshore renewable energy and infrastructure - ROBOCONE

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

PhD Supervisor: Prof David White. Supervisory Team: Prof David White, Dr Benjamin Cerfontaine, Prof Susan Gourvenec. Lead the Way in Sustainable Infrastructure. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D White

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

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Robotic Exoskeletons Controlled by Brain-Computer Interfaces

University of Bath Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering

Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) can establish the direct pathway between human brain and external devices. BCIs can be used for motor rehabilitation for stroke patients, which may enable the patients perform independent training and therapy actives in combination with exoskeletons. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Zhang

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

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Control of renewable energy / mechatronic / robotic systems

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 S S Aphale, Dr V Vaziri

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

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Assured and Scalable Self-Adaptation for the Engineering of Trustworthy Autonomous Robotic Teams

University of York Department of Computer Science

About the Project. Robotic teams and other distributed autonomous systems (DAS) are increasingly used in several application domains including logistics, manufacturing, and infrastructure inspection. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Gerasimou

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

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We have 111 robotic PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

robotic PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 111 robotic PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Towards robotic 2D-IR spectroscopy for biomolecular fingerprinting of cancer

Towards developing novel actuation method of soft robotic devices towards medical applications

Development of a Novel Biomimetic Anthropomorphic Robotic Arm-Hand System

Building Big: Large-Scale Prototyping with Industrial Robotic Arms

Human-Robot Interaction in Healthcare: towards empathetic and human-centric robotic aids

Robotic Non-Destructive Evaluation for AI-enabled Digital High-Value Manufacturing

Developing solution for robot in an uncertain environment

AI-based anti-cybercriminal Privacy Detection and Prevention through disciplining in Multi-modal Assistive Robotic Systems (MARS) in healthcare

Rolls-Royce sponsored PhD Scholarship, Design and Simulation of Stiffness-Adjustable Robotic Systems for Performing on-Wing Repair of Aero-Engines - (ENG 1318X2)

Ultra-Precision Robotic Manufacturing

State estimation for fault diagnosis and fault-tolerant control of redundant robotic systems

Machine Learning Model for Soft Robotic Gripper

Computer vision and robot control for performing on-wing repair of aero-engines - (ENG - 1398X1)

An AI driven robotic system for physical exercise and personalised sports rehabilitation

Development of a Visuo-Haptic Recognition System to Enhance Robotic Perception in Cluttered Environments

Ultra-Precision Robotic Manufacturing

Robotic human leg simulation

Hybrid compliance: programmable six-axis remote compliance enabled by smart hybrid filler elastomers for robotic assembly and disassembly

PhD studentship on Bimanual Robotic Manipulation

Securing Distributed Robotic Architectures: An Exploration into ROS Vulnerabilities and Beyond [Self Funded Students Only]

Artificial Robotic skin – Large scale array

User-Centric Privacy-by-Design AI-based Adaptive Access Control in a HealthCare Robot for the Elderly

Simulation-based training for improving surgical performance and patient safety in minimally invasive surgery (MIS).

Deploying safer robot chemists in real laboratory environments

Robotic handling and inspection of complex materials using tactile and visual feedback.

Computer Science: Fully Funded EPSRC DTP PhD Scholarship: Robotic third arm for harvesting assistance

Developing robotic ground investigation tools for offshore renewable energy and infrastructure - ROBOCONE

Robotic Exoskeletons Controlled by Brain-Computer Interfaces

Control of renewable energy / mechatronic / robotic systems

Assured and Scalable Self-Adaptation for the Engineering of Trustworthy Autonomous Robotic Teams

We have 111 robotic PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

robotic PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 111 robotic PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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