Applications of topology to soft matter physics
Dr M Grant, Dr R Hepworth
Applications accepted all year round
This project will address mathematical problems in the research field of algebraic topology, inspired by the theory of topological defects in soft materials.
Enhancing predictability in chaotic systems
Dr F Ginelli, Prof A Politi
Applications accepted all year round
The goal of this research program – which involves theoretical analysis and numerical simulations -- is to apply fundamental results and recent developments (to which the supervisors significantly contributed) of dynamical system theory to enhance our ability to predict the future evolution of complex and chaotic dynamical systems -- such as weather and climate systems.
Modelling the deformation of cells
Dr F Perez-Reche
Applications accepted all year round
Cells are the elementary building blocks of living organisms. The correct functioning of living organisms is therefore conditioned to the ability of living cells to withstand forces and deformations and to promptly adapt to their mechanical environment.
High temperature thermodynamics of Portland cement
Dr M N Campbell-Bannerman, Dr P Kechagiopoulos
Application Deadline:
1 June 2019
Cement is the most ubiquitous product after drinking water, with 4.1B tons produced in 2017 alone, enough for half a ton per person per year worldwide.
3D Nanostructured Thermoelectric Materials
Research Group:
Condensed Matter and Photonics
Dr S Ladak, Prof G Min
Application Deadline:
30 April 2019
The world’s energy consumption is reaching 16 terawatts and is predicted to triple by 2050 [1]. Meeting this huge demand along with great concerns over climate change has now led to an urgency for the development of cleaner and renewable energy sources.
Controlled coherent coupling of single quantum dots in photonic crystal cavity networks
Research Group:
Condensed Matter and Photonics
Prof W W Langbein, Dr E Muljarov, Dr D Beggs
Application Deadline:
30 April 2019
The proposed project spans from the field of optical spectroscopy of semiconductor nanostructures, specifically coherent spectroscopy of single quantum dots, to quantum computing, specifically the implementation of quantum operations in quantum dots.
