We have 43 The University of Manchester, Department of Materials PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
The University of Manchester, Department of Materials PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 43 The University of Manchester, Department of Materials PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Driving polymer mechanochemistry via processing techniques
Conventionally, chemical transformations are driven by inputs such as light, heat or electricity. However, the exciting field of polymer mechanochemistry is adding to these conventions by developing the use of mechanical force to drive chemical changes. Read more
EPSRC DTP - Investigating AI's Potential in Facilitating Sustainable Material Selection
The fashion industry is one of the most resource-intensive sectors, significantly contributing to environmental degradation through excessive waste, high water consumption, and substantial greenhouse gas emissions (Riba et al., 2020; Saha et al., 2024). Read more
Understanding environmental effects on materials for quantum technology from first principles
The success and widespread use of the next generation of quantum technology will fundamentally depend on the materials used to make them. Read more
(BBSRC NWD) Investigating eco-corona formation on microplastics/nanoplastics and its impact on biological behaviour in freshwater ecosystems
Microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) are pervasive pollutants in freshwater environments, posing risks to aquatic ecosystems, agricultural systems, and food safety. Read more
Modelling and simulation of malformed sewn seams for 2D and 3D textile structures
Textile materials can be joined in many ways including ultrasonic welding, bonding and thermal taping. However, sewn seams are still the predominant mechanism for creating such joins. Read more
Deformation of engineering alloys by complex strain paths during cyclic loading
Deformation in tensile loading is usually a uniaxial deformation mode or a single strain path. However most deformation methods result in complex strain paths, such as during forging and fatigue. Read more
Understanding high strain-rate deformation in multi-phase materials using a combined Eulerian phase-field and crystal plasticity approach
High strain-rate events in metallic structures often lead to complex fracture, as the shock wave propagates through the microstructure, and can result in the catastrophic failure of a component. Read more
Understanding the non-Arrhenius stress corrosion cracking behaviour of structural materials in high temperature water
Saturn_Nuclear_CDT. We offer an exciting PhD opportunity in collaboration with Rolls-Royce, understanding the stress corrosion cracking (SCC) behaviour of structural materials in nuclear plants. Read more
Multiscale investigation of corrosion deposition in high temperature high pressure water for nuclear power plants
Saturn_Nuclear_CDT. We are pleased to present an exciting PhD opportunity in collaboration with Rolls-Royce, providing a unique chance for candidates to participate in a multiscale investigation of corrosion deposition in high-temperature, high-pressure water for nuclear power plants. Read more
[FSE Bicentenary PhD] New Frontiers for Atomic Imaging of Quantum Materials
This project will deliver unprecedented atomic scale high speed characterisation capability to solve currently impossible characterisation challenges for quantum materials. Read more
[FSE Bicentenary PhD] Lifetime prediction of environmental barrier coatings combining materials characterisation with machine learning
This PhD study will be carried out in close collaboration with Rolls-Royce to develop novel environmental and thermal barrier coatings to protect the SiC ceramic composites designed for the next generation aero-engines which are expected to revolutionise the current aero-engine design and to address the environmental impact of aero-engine and industrial gas turbine operations. Read more
Thermomechanophores to track and transform polymer degradation in mechanical recycling
Polymers are essential to nearly every aspect of our lives from the clothes we wear, to the cars we drive, to the plastic containers that keep our favourite foods fresh. Read more
In-Manufacture Thermal Profiling of PEO Coatings on Light Alloys by Thermal History Nano-Sensors
We welcome applications from candidates to work with our interdisciplinary and collaborative team on a project on research and development of innovative surface treatments of advanced engineering materials. Read more
Alumina based ceramic nanocomposites through lean electrolytic plasma processing of Al alloys
We welcome applications from candidates to work with our interdisciplinary and collaborative team on a project on research and development of innovative surface treatments of advanced engineering materials. Read more
Nanocomposite Solid Lubricant Coatings for Tribocorrosion Protection of Light Alloys
We welcome applications from candidates to work with our interdisciplinary and collaborative team on a project on research and development of innovative surface treatments of advanced engineering materials. Read more