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We have 32 Physical Chemistry PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for UK Students in Manchester
Physical Chemistry PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for UK Students in Manchester
We have 32 Physical Chemistry PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for UK Students in Manchester
Defining the Electronic Structures of (Hetero)Metallocene Anions – He-MAn
A Leverhulme Trust-sponsored PhD studentship is available for an outstanding and ambitious scientist to undertake research in the field of physical f-element chemistry. Read more
Defining the state-of-the-art in X-ray and electron spectroscopies for discerning the characteristic electronic structure of actinide materials
An EPSRC centre for doctoral training sponsored PhD studentship is available to undertake research in the field of actinide X-ray and electron spectroscopy in a collaborative project between AWE and two research groups at the University of Manchester. Read more
(BBSRC NWD) Intracellular dynamics of extrachromosomal DNA
The eternal arms race between bacteria and the mobile genetic elements (MGEs) infecting them, such as their viruses (bacteriophages) and plasmids, led to the evolution of sophisticated anti-MGE defence mechanisms. Read more
(BBSRC NWD) Developing biosensors to detect phage replication
Bacteriophages are viruses that infect bacteria, replicate inside them, and then burst the cells to release new phages. Their ability to self-replicate and kill bacteria makes them a potential alternative to traditional antibiotics. Read more
Probing the f→d transition in lanthanide ions for qubit switching
Metal centres with single unpaired electrons have great potential as qubit systems; the two spin-states of the electron (up and down) can be mapped onto classical bits 0 and 1, with additional superpositions of the states allowing for increased computational speed following Quantum Information Processing (QIP) algorithms compared to classical computer systems. Read more
Shape-controlled nanoparticles for catalytic VOC oxidation
My group uses cutting-edge characterisation tools to follow chemical reactions on surfaces as they happen. We apply this methodology to gain new understanding of real-world industrial catalysts. Read more
[FSE Bicentenary PhD] Recycling nuclear graphite: Transforming an environmental challenge into a sustainable resource
In order to support new nuclear technologies that will provide solutions for deep decarbonisation and Net Zero, we need to the address the issues surrounding the clean-up and reduction of nuclear waste. . Read more
[FSE Bicentenary PhD] Advanced Hydrogen Detection Technologies for the Future Energy Landscape
Burning fossil fuels for energy is largely responsible for today's environmental crisis, making the transition to renewable energy sources a global priority. Read more
[FSE Bicentenary PhD] Conversion of Methane to Value-Added Chemicals and Fuels over Metal-Organic Framework Catalysts
Methane is an abundant energy source, but it is a very active greenhouse gas (84 times more potent than CO2). Read more
[FSE Bicentenary PhD] Predicting conformational ensembles of the dark proteome
Proteins are biopolymers that are comprised of chains of amino acids which condense into functional forms critical for all the processes of life. Read more
[FSE Bicentenary PhD] Development of Bio-Inspired Peptide Electronic Materials to Stimulate Neuronal Growth
This PhD project aims to develop novel bio-inspired peptide electronic materials integrated with conductive moieties to create hydrogels capable of conducting electricity, for application in neural cell stimulation. Read more
[FSE Bicentenary PhD] Correlating adsorption dynamics with heterogeneous catalyst activity using variable temperature in situ high-resolution solid-state NMR
More efficient catalytic processes, requiring less energy, and converting natural “waste” such as carbon dioxide and methanol as well as synthetic plastic waste to value-added products is crucial to help reach net zero and reduce the current anthropogenic impact on our environment and climate. Read more
Removing the hydration bottleneck from integrated alkaline CO2 capture and electrochemical conversion
Humanity’s demand for fuels and chemicals is rapidly increasing, driven by a growing population and global demands for an improved quality of life. Read more
Coupling Carbon Capture to Anodic Electrochemical Synthesis
To limit the impact of humanity on the environment, the chemicals industry must transition to sustainable technologies. The chemicals industry is a “hard to decarbonise” sector as its high embedded carbon comes from its intensive energy use and fossil fuels feedstocks. Read more