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4 Year GTA - Pin-ing it down: Novel Inhibitors for the Enigmatic Pin1 Enzyme to treat Cancer

University of Leicester

Department of Chemistry

Open to UK applicants only. The School of Chemistry has fully-funded Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) studentships available for UK applicants, starting in September 2026. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Doveston, Dr G Hall, Prof S Macip

22 June 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

A synbio approach to generate artificial molecular muscles

University of Aberdeen

School of Natural and Computing Sciences

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 W Houssen, Prof M Jaspars

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

Last chance to apply

Investigating chronic inflammation caused by asbestos-like fibres as a driver of mesothelioma

Lancaster University

Biomedical and Life Sciences

Mesothelioma is a devastating cancer causatively linked to asbestos exposure. Asbestos fibres can persist in the body for many years, causing chronic inflammation which contributes to malignant transformation of mesothelial cells in the pleural cavity surrounding the lungs. Read more

Supervisors: Dr L Jackson-Jones, Dr L Unterholzner

7 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

4 Year GTA - Chemical energy conversion in biology studied using advanced spectroscopic and structural tools

University of Leicester

Department of Chemistry

Open to UK applicants only. The School of Chemistry has fully-funded Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) studentships available for UK applicants, starting in September 2026. Read more

Supervisors: Dr PA Ash, Dr PR Macia

22 June 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

PhD Project: Synthesis and application of meta-stable chemicals in novel tandem reactions

Imperial College London

Department of Chemical Engineering

This project will investigate the atom-efficient functionalisation of key renewable feedstocks, which have been identified by the industrial partner BASF to be of potential commercial significance. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Tighe, Prof K Hellgardt

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

Bayesian Digital Twinning of Gradient Materials Tests for Accelerated Alloy Qualification

Imperial College London

EPSRC CDT in Developing National Capability for Materials 4.0, with the Henry Royce Institute

This project is part of cohort 3 of the EPSRC CDT in Developing National Capability for Materials 4.0, with the Henry Royce Institute. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Bluck, Prof M Wenmann

30 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Accelerating Materials Innovation: Generative AI for Wear-Resistant Alloy Design

University of Strathclyde

EPSRC CDT in Developing National Capability for Materials 4.0, with the Henry Royce Institute

This project is part of cohort 3 of the EPSRC CDT in Developing National Capability for Materials 4.0, with the Henry Royce Institute. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Riccardi, Dr A Espinoza

30 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

JAMT: Somatic mutations as drivers of ageing and chemotherapy-induced immunosenescence

University of Aberdeen

School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition

This PhD will reveal the consequences of ageing-acquired and chemotherapy-induced somatic mutations for T cell function and immune regulatory pathways in health and disease. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Morgan, Dr T Sutherland , Dr G Preston

14 June 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Digital Design of Low-Carbon Leather Composite Textiles from Fashion and Industrial Waste

Imperial College London

EPSRC CDT in Developing National Capability for Materials 4.0, with the Henry Royce Institute

This project, primarily based at Imperial College London, is part of cohort 3 of the EPSRC CDT in Developing National Capability for Materials 4.0, with the Henry Royce Institute. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Bilotti, Dr E Legge

30 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

It’s the way we speak: exploring the impact of accent, dialect and language in creating inclusive environments for medical education

University of Aberdeen

School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition

Decades of research and policy developments have explored how to promote diversity and inclusion in the medical profession, including via widening participation. Read more

Supervisors: Dr K Gibson Smith, Dr A Laidlaw, Prof J Harden

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

Last chance to apply

Developing molecular and genetic therapies for Late-onset Retinal Degeneration

University of Edinburgh

School of Regeneration and Repair (College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine)

Fully-funded PhD Studentship at the Institute for Regeneration and Repair. A 4-year, fully-funded PhD studentship to study at the Institute for Regeneration and Repair (IRR), a research institute based at the University of Edinburgh. Read more

Supervisor: Dr CS Stanton

5 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Spatial light modulation for advanced terahertz (THz) imaging

University of Warwick

School of Engineering

Research Group: Measurement, Devices & Materials

Spatial light modulation for advanced terahertz (THz) imaging. Qualification: Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering (PhD). Eligibility: UK Students. Read more

Supervisor: Dr NE Grant

31 July 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Walking, Observing, Connecting, Belonging: Propositional Map Making in the City

University of Reading

School of the Built Environment

This project marks the latest phase in the development of the 'Propositional Walking Map' (PWM), a new form of city walking map that I have created. Read more

Supervisor: Dr O Froome-Lewis

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

The Role of Cities in Decarbonised Biobased Food Systems

University of Reading

School of the Built Environment

As the world transitions to low carbon systems across all sectors, dramatic changes will be required across our society to reach our net zero targets. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Mohareb

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

Photochemical synthesis of new drug-like scaffolds

University of Reading

School of Chemistry

Our laboratory is interested in the application of enabling technologies, such as continuous flow[1] and photochemistry,[2] for the synthesis of useful functional molecules such as drugs, agrochemicals and materials. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Smith

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

Agentic AI and Cognitive Work in Healthcare: Reshaping Cognitive and Emotional Work in Clinical Decision Making

University of Sheffield

Management School

Research Context & Problem. Healthcare is entering a new phase of digital transformation, where AI is evolving beyond decision-support tools into increasingly autonomous agentic systems that generate recommendations, prioritise actions, and shape clinical workflows. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Vann Yaroson

26 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

PhD Studentship in Computer Science: Edge-AI enabled multi-modal robotic sensing platforms for adversarial settings

Newcastle University

Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering

Award summary. 100% home fees covered, and a minimum tax-free annual living allowance of £21,805 (2026-27 UKRI rates). Overview. The convergence of advanced AI agentic models with physical robotics introduces a complex, multi-layered attack surface. Read more

Supervisor: Prof S Nagaraja

15 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Apprenticeship Provision in South Yorkshire: Improving Opportunities for Young People

University of Sheffield

Management School

Research Context & Problem. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Yates

26 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Atmospheric Plasma Polymer Coatings and Sensor Integration for Harsh Energy & Defence Environments

University of Liverpool

School of Engineering

Are you passionate about developing novel research and keen to shape the future of energy transfer technologies in areas such as, laser interactions, plasma physics, RF technologies, materials science and engineering? The project will focus on developing novel plasma coating for photodiode devices. Read more

Supervisors: Dr K Mckay, Dr I Sandall

30 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Last chance to apply

Epigenetic insights into the non-coding genome in neurodegenerative diseases

University of Liverpool

Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology

This PhD explores the role of the emerging field of retrotransposons within the non-coding genome and their impact on neurodegenerative diseases, focusing on epigenetic regulation and revealing insights into how these elements confer risk for development and progression of motor neurone disease. Read more

Supervisors: Dr BM Middlehurst, Prof J Quinn

5 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Accounting for the Future of Business: Performative Valuation of Data in B2B Firms

University of Sheffield

Management School

Research Context & Problem. What is the actual value of information processed and held by private companies? Data is frequently cited as the most valuable asset of the contemporary firm, yet the relationship between corporate data narratives and internal operational realities remains poorly understood. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Ward, Dr S Thornton

26 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Transformative Business Education for Sustainability Transitions

Nyenrode Business University

PhD Opportunities

This PhD project explores how business education can catalyze sustainability transitions by fostering transformative learning and individual agency. Read more

Supervisor: Dr N Chevrollier

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

Thinking Towards the Future: Long-Term Corporate Finance

Nyenrode Business University

PhD Opportunities

Nyenrode Business University offers a part-time PhD trajectory for professionals who want to advance research on long-term value creation and the integration of sustainability into financial decision-making. Read more

Supervisor: Prof W Schramade

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

The Role of Generative AI in Employment Relationships

Nyenrode Business University

PhD Opportunities

Generative AI is increasingly used throughout the employee management cycle. While employees converse with AI-powered chatbots during recruitment and selection, algorithmic performance management may be used to support managers’ appraisal decisions. Read more

Supervisor: Prof M De Ruiter

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

Researching forced labor in value chains through annual reports

Nyenrode Business University

PhD Opportunities

If firms are involved in forced labor in the value chain, this may lead to challenges in the corporate reporting arena. These relate to reputational problems and the corporate license to operate. Read more

Supervisor: Prof R Orij

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

Investigating Supply Chain Resilience to Support the Transition from Fragility to Flexibility

Nyenrode Business University

PhD Opportunities

Globalization has encouraged firms to offshore production, resulting in extensive supply networks that deliver notable economic advantages. Read more

Supervisor: Prof T Ahmadi

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

Intelligent Auditing in Practice: Designing, Testing and Embedding AI-Enabled Methods for High-Quality, Trusted Assurance

Nyenrode Business University

PhD Opportunities

This PhD project pioneers next-generation audit methods that embed artificial intelligence and advanced analytics at the heart of the audit process, with the twin goals of raising audit quality and boosting efficiency. Read more

Supervisor: Prof J van Buuren

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

Implementing Artificial Intelligence into Public Sector Organizations

Nyenrode Business University

PhD Opportunities

Public sector organizations worldwide struggle to move AI initiatives beyond pilot projects. Despite widespread recognition of AI's transformative potential, only 26% of government organizations have achieved meaningful deployment, and just 12% have scaled generative AI solutions. Read more

Supervisor: Prof S Solaimani

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

From Supply Chains to Supply Ecosystems

Nyenrode Business University

PhD Opportunities

One of the key characteristics of an ecosystem is that each member must create value for itself, but not at the expense of the larger ecosystem. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D van Gorp

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

Forward-Looking Betas and the CAPM

Nyenrode Business University

PhD Opportunities

Traditional models of asset pricing, such as the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), rely on historical data to estimate systematic risk (beta). Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Breugem

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

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