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PhD Studentship in Quantum Networking

Background / Introduction. Quantum networking aims to interconnect quantum devices through quantum channels, enabling ultra-secure communications, distributed quantum computing, and network-enhanced sensing. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S Pirandola
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Funded project GW4 BioMed3 MRC DTP - Developing targeted covalent macrocycles to combat immune-mediated diseases

Background. Complement is an evolutionary conserved system, essential for detecting pathogens and maintaining tissue homeostasis. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Laabei, Dr S D Lovell
 21 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Funded project GW4 BioMed3 MRC DTP - When immune memory becomes corrupted

BACKGROUND. The immune system protects the body from infections and diseases. Some immune cells can remember past threats and respond more effectively if they encounter them again. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Koh, Prof C Wuelfing, Prof A Clayton, Dr N Owens
 21 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Funded project GW4 BioMed3 MRC DTP - Cardiac glia: gatekeepers of the stressed heart?

In the brain, astrocytes are active partners of neurons buffering ions, releasing metabolites and signalling molecules (lactate, ATP, glutamate) at "tripartite synapses", and switching to a reactive state under stress that reshapes circuit function. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr V Mosienko, Dr SM Mastitskaya
 21 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Funded project GW4 BioMed3 MRC DTP - How the Golgi Feels Force: Uncovering a Hidden Driver of Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis (OA) affects an estimated 10 million people in the UK and is characterised by the progressive breakdown of articular cartilage leading to joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof C Hammond, Dr N Stevenson, Dr B Faber, Dr E Blain
 21 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Ohmic Contact on dry etching interface of GaN p-FET

The development of low-power computing sectors requires compact,power-efficient and high-performance integrated circuits. Hybrid technology that combines n-type metal oxide thin-film transistors and p-type organic thin-film transistors offers a potential solution. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof W Liu
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Thermal-Fluid-Dynamics of Multi-Component Substrates through Fusion and Vapourisation State Transitions

High energy density lasers now sit at the heart of advanced manufacturing, joining and materials processing, and underpin a growing range of defence and energy applications. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr T Flint, Prof J Robson
 14 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Funded project GW4 BioMed3 MRC DTP - Understanding the link between lipid droplet biology and bone health

Cells require a constant, and tightly regulated supply of nutrients to sustain metabolism and growth. Lipids are particularly important. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr B Carroll, Prof C Hammond, Dr RC Corey, Dr MS Shchepinova
 21 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Investigation of Railway Studs and Squats Top-Up Scholarship

  Research Group: Nonlinear Mechanics Group
Rail studs and squats are increasingly important forms of rail damage affecting railway networks in Australia and internationally. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof P Meehan
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Centre For Genomic Regulation (CRG) – Barcelona

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is an international biomedical research institute in Barcelona, a leading interdisciplinary centre at the forefront of life sciences. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  International PhD Programme
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Laser marking of advanced anti-counterfeiting features in security documents such as passports

This PhD project is based at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, in close collaboration with Toppan Security https://toppansecurity.com/. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D P Hand
 17 January 2027  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Circular Printable Gas Sensors: Bio-Based Materials, Sustainable Manufacturing and Recycling

This PhD project will develop sustainable, bio-based gas sensors for applications in environmental monitoring, healthcare and smart packaging. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr JP Panidi
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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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)