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We have 35 Energy Technologies (safety) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
Energy Technologies (safety) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
We have 35 Energy Technologies (safety) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
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
Innovations in Assessing Fire Resistance: Collapse Mechanisms of Steel Structures (2nd prefence)
Research Group:
Architecture, Built Environment and Planning
The fire resistance of structures is a crucial element in modern engineering and plays a significant role in our built environment. Read more
Wave energy scavenging technology for improved ship efficiency
Reducing the emissions of naval craft is a challenge with increasing and more complex payload demands and operational requirements in all weather conditions. . Read more
Innovative Biopolymer Electrolytes with Enhanced Sodium-Ion Conductivity for Sustainable Battery Solutions (ReNU+24/EE/MCE/XING)
The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Renewable Energy Northeast Universities Plus (ReNU+)is a collaborative doctoral training programme run by the Universities of Northumbria, Newcastle and Durham. Read more
PhD in Engineering - Protection of high-temperature superconducting fusion magnets using RF technology and machine learning techniques
A fully funded PhD position for 3.5 years, open to highly motivated UK home students to apply for, with start date no later than 01 September 2025. . Read more
[FSE Bicentenary PhD] Advanced Hydrogen Detection Technologies for the Future Energy Landscape
Burning fossil fuels for energy is largely responsible for today's environmental crisis, making the transition to renewable energy sources a global priority. Read more
Transforming Solar Glass: Advanced Surface Treatments for Improved Efficiency
Research Group:
Sustainable Electronic Technologies
Solar photovoltaics (PV) represent the world’s fastest-growing energy resource. Undertake a cutting-edge PhD project in this field, focused on developing advanced anti-reflective, self-cleaning, and durable surface treatments for solar cover glass. Read more
Innovating Power Distribution Cables for the Next-Generation Electrified Aircraft
Supervisory Team. Dr Bahareh Zaghari, Dr George Callender, Prof Paul Lewin. The global push for Net Zero aviation by 2050 demands unprecedented innovation. Read more
An innovative data/system science and AI-based approach for nonlinear electrochemical impedance spectroscopy of battery cells/systems (S3.5-ELE-Lang)
Battery systems are the most challenging component in terms of costs, durability, weight, performance and safety in many applications such as drive-train of electric vehicles. Read more
DIGITAL TWIN-BASED BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR SECOND-LIFE UTILIZATION AND LIFESPAN EXTENSION
Project ID. SS_14. Theme. Safety and Sustainability. The increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions has brought second-life batteries into the spotlight, presenting an opportunity to extend their utility in energy storage applications. Read more
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Advanced convective cooling methods for electric vehicle battery thermal management
Aligned with the global attempt to decarbonise the transport sector, new technologies to evolve alternative fuels, batteries, and power trains for electric vehicles (EVs) are required to provide sustainable zero-emission solutions. Read more
Integrating Digital Twins with AI and Behavioural Insights for Enabling Circular Energy Renovation Promoting Sustainable Building Performance and Occupant Wellbeing
Project ID. SS_3. Research theme. Safety and Sustainability. The project aims to develop a framework that integrates digital twins with AI and behavioural insights to enhance building circular energy renovation, material flows, and occupant wellbeing. Read more
Dexterous Manipulation for Hybrid Robots Using Reinforcement Learning
Research Group:
Intelligent Systems and Robotics
Hybrid Robotic manipulators combine soft and rigid components that allow them to be safer and more reliable than their rigid counterparts during their interactions with the world. Read more
Modelling and optimisation of infrastructure for the decarbonisation of transport in rural areas
The decarbonisation of the transport sector (primarily through electrification) has become one of the priorities of most advanced economies nowadays, including the UK, in the fight against climate change. Read more
Development of novel model to predict the lifespan of metallic components for application in hydrogen-powered engines/generators (RDF25/EE/MCE/ZHANG)
Hydrogen is an important renewable fuel owing to its high energy content and no carbon dioxide emission [1], which can significantly contribute to the UK Governments ‘2050 net-zero target’, if it is widely utilised in engines/generators. Read more