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Eco-friendly & high performing organic photovoltaics

Developing renewable energy solutions that can be rapidly implemented in the market using eco-friendly materials and manufacturing methods is crucial. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr JP Panidi
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Atmospheric Dynamics for High-Altitude Autonomous Platforms

The Centre for Climate Adaptation & Environment Research (CAER) at the University of Bath is inviting applications for the following fully funded project. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr N Hindley, Dr C Wright, Dr T Banyard
 25 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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Search for quantization of space-time with photon counting interferometry

This project brings together precision laser interferometry and single photon detection quantum technology for the first time and applies this innovative concept to test the hypothesis that space-time is quantized. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof H Grote
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Waters rising again: The loss and reconnection of floodplains PhD

This funded PhD studentship is an exciting opportunity to conduct new interdisciplinary research on floodplains. It will combine approaches from the natural and social sciences to investigate the factors that influence the loss and, more recently, reconnection of floodplains. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Grabowski, Dr H Smith
 4 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Searching for New Physics with Highly Charged Ion Clocks

This PhD position is open to applicants of all nationalities. Some of the biggest open questions in modern physics concern the limits of the Standard Model and General Relativity. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof G Barontini
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Intelligent optimisation and control for future power systems

Future power systems will integrate large numbers of diverse resources, ranging from uncertain renewable generation to flexible, controllable, and data-preserving assets such as data centres, electric vehicles, energy storage, and heat pumps. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Huo
 30 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Modelling Fire Spread - SAFEBATT

This is a 3.5 year PhD project at KCL affiliated to the Faraday Institution SAFEBATT project, which is a major project increasing the fundamental understanding… Read more
 Supervisor: Dr FR Restuccia
 16 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Understanding and predicting extremist violence using digital data

Dr Olivia Brown is recruiting for this fully funded project, expected to commence as soon as possible and no later than 26 October 2026. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr O Brown, Dr J Hinds
 11 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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Adaptive Virtual-Reality Exergaming for Physical and Cognitive Health in Older Adults

Can virtual reality help older adults maintain physical and cognitive function? This project will develop and test SPIN‑VR, an interactive exercise game that combines movement, cognitive challenges and wearable sensors. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr MAA Al-Amri, Dr AV Voinescu, Prof N Vaughan
 21 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Funded studentships available with the CAM-Doctoral Training Partnership

CAM-Doctoral Training Partnership is offering opportunities for ESRC-funded PhD studentships at Anglia Ruskin University, the University of Bedfordshire and the University of Cambridge starting in October 2027. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  PhD Opportunities
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The South East Doctoral Training Arc (SEDarc)

The South East Doctoral Training Arc (SEDarc) is pleased to offer Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) funding for PhD students for September 2027 entry. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  ESRC Doctoral Training Partnership
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Medication adherence in young people with first episode psychosis: a longitudinal mixed-methods biopsychosocial study of decision making.

Antipsychotic medication can reduce or resolve psychotic symptoms and help prevent relapse, but adherence remains challenging, particularly for young people with first episode psychosis. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Roberts, Dr N Bennett, Dr S Sullivan
 21 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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PhD Global Excellence and Mobility Scholarship (GEMS 2027) – Explainable AI for Early-Onset Heart Failure Risk Stratification

Project Description. This project will develop and validate clinically interpretable risk-prediction models using de-identified longitudinal electronic medical record data from adults with early-onset heart failure or cardiomyopathy receiving care at Institut Jantung Negara. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr SA Zainal Abidin
 24 January 2027  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Has artificial intelligence reduced language barriers in biodiversity conservation?

About the project. Language barriers can profoundly affect how scientific evidence is produced, synthesised and applied to biodiversity conservation. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T Amano
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Reengineering a mitochondrial peptide to rescue diabetic heart dysfunction

Type 2 diabetes is New Zealand’s fastest-growing chronic disease and a major reason why many people die early from heart failure. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr TP Pham
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding