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Latest PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 792 Latest PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Personal Cooling Systems for enhanced thermal comfort and sleep quality (Ref: ABCE-EBE-AB)

Overheating in buildings is a growing threat to health and wellbeing of citizens. Overheating in bedrooms is of particular concern as during sleep occupants’ ability to take actions to adapt to heat is more limited. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Beizaee
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Multi-Scale Modelling and Design of All-Solid-State Batteries (Ref: AAE-ZN-2516)

All-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) are considered one of the most promising next-generation energy storage technologies due to their enhanced safety, high energy density, and long cycle life. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Z Niu
 1 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Multi-scale Computational & AI-Enabled Modelling of Electrochemical Energy Technologies (Ref: AAE-ZN-2514)

The rapid development of advanced electrochemical technologies, including batteries, fuel cells, electrolysers, is driving demand for high-performance, cost-effective, and durable systems. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr Z Niu, Prof V Pinfield
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Seasonal Energy Storage (Ref: AAE-TS-2510)

Reaching net zero means decarbonising our energy system by shifting towards renewable generation. But this means we will face higher demand in winter, which needs to be met using energy storage, energy transport, massive overprovision, or through alternative generation. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr T Steffen, Dr A Fly
 1 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Developing magnonic building blocks for neuromorphic computing

This PhD project will develop nanoscale devices which use magnons (collective excitations in magnetic order) as information carriers for ultra-efficient, compact, brain-inspired computing. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr W Griggs
 2 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Enhancing Wind Turbine performance through informed operation and maintenance (Ref: AAE-SD-2511)

In order to maximise wind farm performance, it is essential that operation and maintenance strategies are optimised. In this project probabilistic models will be developed of whole turbine systems that are able to predict availability and performance over time. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Dunnett, Prof L Jackson
 30 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Electrode Architectures Design and Manufacturing for Next-Generation Lithium-ion batteries (Ref: AAE-PZ-2602)

Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are a cornerstone technology for the electrification of transportation and for achieving Net Zero targets. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Zhu
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Precision cardiovascular phenotyping in transgender populations: a multicentre study to define normative reference ranges and inform personalised care

Open to UK applicants only. Project Description. Background. Transgender individuals represent a growing yet historically underserved population within healthcare systems, with recent estimates suggesting that approximately 1 in 200 people in England and Wales identify as transgender. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr JR Arnold
 7 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Advanced Reliability, Availability and Maintainability (RAM) Modelling for Critical Energy and Transport Systems (Ref: AAE-LJ-2520)

Ensuring the reliability and availability of modern engineering systems is fundamental to the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of future energy and transport infrastructures. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof L Jackson, Dr S Dunnett
 30 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Hidden Electronic Device Detection for Enhanced Digital Forensic Capability (Ref: AAE-LJ-2519)

The rise in digital crime means that almost every modern investigation now involves the recovery of electronic evidence. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof L Jackson, Dr C Liu
 30 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Institutional cultures and citizen engagement for net zero decision making

This PhD provides an opportunity to develop research as part of the new PACT (Production and Consumption Transformations) Centre. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof R Willis
 9 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Decision-Making for Autonomous Systems (Ref: AAE-CL-2601)

This project explores a new framework of High-Level Autonomous DecisionMaking, which is based on model predictive control (MPC) and Markov decision process (MDP). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Liu
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Understanding symptom treatment and management in people with chronic kidney disease

Open to UK applicants only. Project description. People with chronic kidney disease (CKD) have a high symptom burden, with many reporting at least six, and some up to 20 different symptoms. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof J Burton, Dr D March
 7 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Integrated Immune Profiling of Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction (DGBI) in a Southeast Asian Cohort

Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction (DGBI), including Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Functional Dyspepsia (FD), are common chronic conditions that significantly impact quality of life. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof CSC Sek Chuen
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Using microstructured solvent systems for crystallisation with controlled particle characteristics

One of the most risky and time-consuming steps of the manufacture of medicines is the scale-up, especially to generate powders and particles that further can be processed into formulations such as tablets. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof K Edkins
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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