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Other (behaviour) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 31 Other (behaviour) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Ash Melting Behaviour and Deposition in Oxyfuel Biomass Combustion

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

The combustion of biomass is proposed as a “carbon neutral” alternative to fossil fuel utilisation and even a “carbon negative” technology when combined with Carbon Capture and Storage technologies such as oxyfuel combustion (Bio-CCS). Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes

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

Examining the mechanical behaviour of human skin under loading

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

This project will build on previous research within the department to measure the mechanical response of human skin and near-surface human tissue systems to normal and shear loading. Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Carre, Prof R Lewis

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

Moisture-induced degradation in masonry structures

University of Salford School of Science, Engineering and Environment

Information on this PhD research area can be found further down this page under the details about the Widening Participation Scholarship given immediately below. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Majtan, Dr W Wang

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

Emissions and ash behaviour during the combustion of torrefied biomass

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

Torrefaction is a new technique of upgrading the quality of biomass as a fuel for power generation. The purpose of this research is to investigate the influence of the torrefaction on the combustion, pollutant emission and ash deposition of biomass. Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof L Ma, Prof K Hughes

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

Enhancing the long-term performance of advanced engine materials by controlling microstructure

Loughborough University Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

Structural materials used in modern engineering applications are more than ever today subjected to extreme loading and environmental conditions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr K Baxevanakis

1 July 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

CNT/cement nanocomposite materials for structural applications for buildings

Kingston University Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) with remarkable mechanical and electrical properties have been used for enhancement of mechanical properties of polymer matrix materials but its capability for enhancement of cement based materials has not been widely explored yet. Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Limbachiya, Dr H Hadavinia

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

Analysis of Magnetically Susceptible Nanoparticles via confocal and fluorescence spectroscopy

University of Bradford Faculty of Life Sciences

Research Group: Chemistry and Biosciences

A project is requested for a student to design a device capable of studying medically targeted nanoparticles (with potential applications in cancer therapy) under both microscopic and fluorescence devices. Read more

Supervisors: Dr P Drake, Dr T Swift

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

Fuel Retention and Release Mechanisms in Breeder Blanket Materials for Nuclear Fusion Devices

The University of Manchester Photon Science Institute

With climate change driving a desire to move towards a low-carbon/carbon-free energy landscape, power generated from nuclear fusion offers a high-capacity, baseload electricity generation for the future. Read more

Supervisors: Prof P Edmondson, Dr K Moore

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

Low carbon hybrid timber-steel structures in fire

University of Sheffield Department of Civil and Structural Engineering

The built environment is one of the largest producers of carbon emissions, responsible for around 38% of global emissions. Hybrid timber-steel structures utilise a traditional steel frame but use Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) for floor slabs which have the potential to reduce embodied carbon in the built environment. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M S McLaggan, Dr S Huang

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

Hybrid Technologies for Battery Thermal Management Using Smart Materials

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics

Electric vehicles (EVs) are powered by lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) with many advantages such as high specific energy, long cycle life, wide range of operating temperature, and low self-discharge rates. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Nasr Esfahani

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

Modelling slip bands and short crack growth in Ni-based superalloys using discrete crystal plasticity

Loughborough University Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

In metal fatigue, microplastic strain localisation leads to the formation of discrete slip bands, which contribute to the initiation and propagation of short cracks. Read more

Supervisor: Dr K Baxevanakis

1 July 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Crystal Plasticity (CP) Modelling in Single Crystal (SX) Superalloys

University of Birmingham School of Metallurgy & Materials

ARCANE is a collaborative research project across three leading UK universities and Rolls-Royce plc. Read more

Supervisor: Prof R Reed

31 July 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

ZENITH PhD project: Elastic tailoring of composite winglet-wing systems for enhanced performance

University of Bath Department of Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bath is inviting applications for this funded PhD project expected to start in September 2024. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Harrell, Prof R Butler

30 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Last chance to apply

Mechanical Engineering: Fully Funded EPSRC and Schmidt-Clemens Spain PhD Scholarship: Modelling of Complex Load Cycles at Elevated Temperature

Swansea University School of Aerospace, Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering

Funding providers: EPSRC and Schmidt-Clemens Spain S.A.U. Subject areas: Mechanical/Materials Engineering. Project start date: . Read more

Supervisor: Dr W Harrison

29 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Optimization of Superconducting Devices by Mean of Quantum Field Theories

University of Adelaide Defence Trailblazer

Who can apply? Australian Citizens & Permanent Residents New Zealand Citizens Citizens of countries within the Five Eyes Alliance (FVEY). Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Tettamanzi

29 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Last chance to apply

Predictive design of drug co-crystals through correlative studies of inter-molecular interactions

University of Leeds Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Research Group: School of Chemical and Process Engineering

This interdisciplinary project presents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious scientist or engineer to work across the boundaries of chemistry, physics and engineering, with opportunities to develop a broad portfolio of skills. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A R Pallipurath

29 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Investigation of crystal formation in pharmaceutical crystallisation processes

University of Strathclyde Department of Chemical and Process Engineering

Formation of crystals is a crucial part of many manufacturing processes in industries including pharmaceuticals, foods, chemicals and advanced materials. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Sefcik, Dr M Haw

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

Last chance to apply

Knowledge-based Design of Dental Surfaces to combat Oral Biofilms

University of Liverpool Department of Chemistry

This 4-year BBSRC PhD studentship is a collaboration between University of Liverpool & Unilever R&D. Oral diseases are among the most common noncommunicable diseases worldwide, affecting an estimated 3.5 billion people. Read more

Supervisors: Prof R Raval, Dr I Prior

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Geopolymer reinforced concrete structural elements

University of Bradford Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies

Research Group: Centre For Sustainable Environments

Geopolymers is an alkali-activated amorphous aluminosilicious cementitious material exhibiting the ideal properties of rock-forming minerals. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Ashour

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

PhD Studentship in Structural Battery Electrodes

Imperial College London Department of Chemical Engineering

Structural batteries, or structural materials that possess the ability to store and deliver electrical energy, could play a pivotal role in decarbonising challenging industries such as aviation, by integrating the power source within, say, the aeroplane fuselage itself. Read more

Supervisor: Dr HA Au

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

Discovery of Novel Biomedical Titanium-Precious Metal Alloys via Laser Powder Bed Fusion

University of Birmingham School of Chemical Engineering

Titanium (Ti) and its alloys have long represented as the ‘go-to’ materials for metallic implants due to their corrosion resistance and low-cytotoxicity. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Cox

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

Sustainable Catalysis

University of Sheffield Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering

The transition toward an environmental friendly economy based on the use of renewable energy and alternative raw materials replacing fossil resources is one of the main scientific challenges of our time. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Vernuccio

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

Engaging, informative and innovative! Researching in a future-oriented environment in UNNC

University of Nottingham Ningbo China

At the University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC), we offer excellent learning and research infrastructure. We are proud of our superb faculty made up of world renowned educators and researchers. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) China PhD Programme

Unusual properties of New Inorganic Framework Materials

University of Reading School of Chemistry & Food

"We have a vacancy for a PhD student to synthesise and characterize new materials with open-framework structures, such metal phosphates, transition-metal cyanides or metal-organic compounds. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Chippindale

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

Alternative Aviation Fuels Combustion Experiments

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

As a consequence of concern over increasing greenhouse gas emissions, along with issues of availability and security of supply of conventional fossil fuels, there is a growing pressure to consider the use of alternative fuels in the aviation sector. Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof K Hughes

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

Alternative Aviation Fuels Combustion Experiments

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

As a consequence of concern over increasing greenhouse gas emissions, along with issues of availability and security of supply of conventional fossil fuels, there is a growing pressure to consider the use of alternative fuels in the aviation sector. Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Pourkashanian, Prof K Hughes

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

Composite Structures

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

Composite structures are extraordinarily versatile. They have been used across mechanical, aerospace, civil engineering sectors in a range of applications (airframes, new car configurations, etc). Read more

Supervisor: Dr J L Curiel Sosa

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

Fundamental Study of Non-Canonical Turbulent Boundary Layers

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

Good understanding and reliable prediction have been developed for the general behaviour of the boundary layer over a flat plate and simple internal (channel/pipe) flows. Read more

Supervisor: Prof S He

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

Elastic wave propagation

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

We have built our world out of steel, concrete, and other stiff solids. How well these structures endure depends on the tension and strains they are under, which are closely related to the material’s elastic behaviour. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Gower

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

Computational Mechanics of Fracture on Advanced Composite Aerospace Structures

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

Over the last decade there has been a significant increase in the use of composite laminates in the aerospace industry in a drive to reduce weight and as a result to reduce emissions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J L Curiel Sosa

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

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