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We have 39 Engineering (coatings) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Engineering (coatings) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 39 Engineering (coatings) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Functional Industrial Coatings
Engineering Doctorate (EngD) studentships available starting October 2023. The CDT in Functional Industrial Coatings at Swansea University is offering 9 fully funded four-year Engineering Doctorate (EngD) studentships. Read more
GREENCDT Functional thin film coatings design and optimisation based on the wear and corrosion mechanisms for the next generation nuclear reactors
Are you an enthusiastic graduate with an interest in material, tribology and corrosion in the nuclear industry? Do you wish to join the Nuclear Energy… Read more
Materials Engineering: Fully Funded EPSRC & AkzoNobel PhD Scholarship: Novel Coatings for the Prevention of Cut Edge Corrosion on Galvanized Steel
Funding providers: Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and AkzoNobel. Subject areas: Engineering, Physical Sciences. Read more
Hybrid coatings for corrosion protection of light alloys
We welcome applications from candidates to work with our interdisciplinary and collaborative team on a project on the development of hybrid coatings for active corrosion protection of light alloys. Read more
[UoM / IISc Joint Award] Aqueous hydroxyapatite coatings for next generation 3D metal implants
This project aims to develop calcium apatite coatings on metallic implants using novel aqueous electrolytic plasma oxidation towards aqueous hydroxyapatite (HA) coatings for next generation 3D metal implants that bond to bone. Read more
Development of ceramic thermal and environmental barrier coatings for high temperature applications
Research Group:
Coatings and Ceramics
Ceramic coatings are vital in high-temperature applications, especially in aero-engines and the power generation industry. These coatings increase the engine’s operating temperature to improve efficiency and reduce the engine’s environmental impact. Read more
Material degradation study of heat-exchanger materials and coatings for renewable energy PhD
This is a self-funded PhD position to work with Dr Adnan Syed in the Surface Engineering and Precision Centre. The PhD project will focus studying high temperature corrosion mechanisms in details to identify the material degradation and coatings applications details in extreme environments. Read more
Fabrication of antibacterial nanopatterned coatings inspired by wings of insects
Research Group:
School of Mechanical Engineering
Bacterial fouling is a pervasive process responsible for catastrophic failure and fatal health issues in industrial and biomedical settings. Read more
EngD in Control and monitoring of laser DED technology for coatings, repair and additive manufacturing (with TWI)
Research Group:
Advanced Metallic Systems Centre for Doctoral Training
The CDT in Advanced Metallic Systems is a partnership between the Universities of Sheffield and Manchester and the I-Form Advanced Manufacturing Centre, Dublin. Read more
Reinventing coatings for sustainable flexible packaging
Research Group:
School of Chemical and Process Engineering
Do you want to do cutting-edge research and produce game-changing results? Are you passionate about material science, sustainability, and innovation? Would you like to use your expertise in material science to help Unilever create sustainable packaging solutions for a cleaner future? If so, we may have a PhD opportunity for you! . Read more
Advanced Biomaterial for Preventing Catheter-Associated Infections
Urinary catheters are used as soon as a patient cannot control urine drain as a consequence of incontinence or urine retention. Read more
Development and optimisation of biomimetic extracellular matrix coatings for tissue integration of smart arteriovenous grafts
About the project. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious condition that poses a significant burden on global healthcare systems due to its increasing incidence and high treatment costs. Read more
Bio-inspired liquid-like coatings for medical devices to combat biofilms and associated infections
Biofilms are microbial cells embedded within a self-secreted extracellular polymeric substance matrix, which are central to some of the most urgent global challenges across diverse fields of application, from medicine to industry and exert considerable economic and social impact. Read more
Development of Advanced Coatings for Improved Environmental Performance PhD
Global warming and climate change are consequences of greenhouse gases produced by burning fossil fuels. These gases trap heat in the earth’s atmosphere. Read more
PhD: Making Additive Manufacturing Sustainable Using Functionalised Coatings
Additive manufacturing (AM) or 3D printing is an emerging digital manufacturing technology that produces components with complex shapes. Read more