University of Strathclyde Computer Science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

University of Strathclyde Department of Computer and Information Sciences

Data/Information for sustainable development

Data and information form the foundation. Read more

Supervisor: Prof GC Chowdhury

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Computer and Information Sciences

A taste of home: Exploring migrating food heritage and food information practices

What food makes us feel at home? What makes a food recipe authentic offline and online?. Food is a basic human need, a source of nutrients to support life and growth, and a key component in shaping our culture, identity and belonging. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Innocenti

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

Technologies for optogenetic neural interfacing

Supervisors: Prof K Mathieson, Dr SS Sakata

The ability to express light-sensitive proteins (opsins) in neurons, in a genetically-targeted fashion, has helped transform our understanding of how the brain functions. Read more

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

Photo-chemical adaptive integrated circuits for next generation neuromorphic computing

Supervisors: Prof M Strain, Dr J Porte-Parera

Neuromorphic computing, i.e., an approach to information processing inspired in basic morphology and working principles of the brain, is a rapidly growing area of research due to the availability of high-speed hardware and need for artificial intelligence (AI) systems across a wide range of applications. Read more

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

Neuromorphic photonic-electronic integrated circuits for fast and efficient SPIKE-based information PROcessing (SPIKEPRO)

Supervisors: Dr A Hurtado, Dr J Porte-Parera

The human brain is exceptional at performing highly complex tasks fast and efficiently. Hence, neuromorphic (brain-like) information processing is receiving increasing research interest for use in novel computing and Artificial Intelligence (AI) hardware. Read more

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

Innovative and manufacturable approaches to exploiting low cost-per-Watt diode-laser pumping of Ti:sapphire

Supervisors: Prof A Kemp, Dr J Hastie

Summary of Project. Titanium sapphire lasers are an enabling scientific and industrial tool across applications from biological imaging to quantum technologies. Read more

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

University of Strathclyde Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences

Last chance to apply

Using the electronic frailty index (eFI) to redefine deprescribing in Scotland.

Background to the project. Frailty is a critical concept and a key contributor to overall global ageing and impacts a large global market with high public health significance. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Rattray, Dr Z Rattray, Ms AT Talbot

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Design, Manufacture and Engineering Management

Examining the impact of Design HOPES’ interventions across NHS Scotland

The AHRC/ UKRI funded Design HOPES Green Transition Ecosystem (GTE) Hub aims to empower novel research to respond to significant green transition challenges in innovative, design-led collaborative ways. Read more

Supervisor: Prof PR Rodgers

1 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

University of Strathclyde Department of Computer and Information Sciences

Turst Detection from Brain Signals in Human-AI Teaming

Are you passionate about the future of human-AI collaboration? Do you want to explore the intricate dynamics of trust between humans and artificial intelligence systems? We invite applications for a PhD position in the exciting field of trust detection from brain signals in human-AI teaming. Read more

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Computer and Information Sciences

Mental Workload Detection from Brain Signals

Are you intrigued by the complexities of human cognition and its intersection with technology? Are you passionate about leveraging neuroscience to enhance human-computer interaction? We invite applications for a PhD position in the fascinating realm of mental workload detection from brain signals. Read more

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Computer and Information Sciences

Exploring Generative AI, Memory, and Language Understanding

Are you fascinated by the interplay between artificial intelligence, memory mechanisms, and language comprehension? Do you aspire to push the boundaries of generative models and advance our understanding of human-like cognition? We invite applications for a PhD position in the innovative field of exploring generative AI, memory, and language understanding. Read more

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Computer and Information Sciences

Exploring Brain-Computer Interfaces and AI

Are you intrigued by the convergence of neuroscience and artificial intelligence? Are you passionate about unlocking the potential of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) to revolutionize human-computer interaction? We invite applications for a PhD position in the dynamic field of exploring brain-computer interfaces and AI. Read more

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering

Socially intelligent management of built environments - Leverhulme Doctoral School in Nature Inspired Acoustics

This is a fully funded PhD opportunity within the Leverhulme Doctoral School in Nature Inspired Acoustics (The Leverhulme Doctoral School in Nature Inspired Acoustics (nia-leverhulme.org.uk)). Read more

Supervisor: Prof S O Oliveira

1 July 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

University of Strathclyde Department of Computer and Information Sciences

Last chance to apply

A Correct-by-Construction Approach to Approximate Computation

Correct-by-construction program development uses advanced type systems to describe both the data manipulated by computation, and the correctness of those computations. Read more

Supervisors: Dr F Nordvall Forsberg, Prof N Ghani

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

Transport transitions and e-mobility adoption in sub-Saharan Africa

Transport-energy transitions pose complex challenges that have been extensively studied in high-income countries in response to national mandates for climate action. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J D Dixon, Dr N S Ferguson

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

University of Strathclyde Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences

Interrogation of the digital biopharmaceutics toolbox: Predictions of biorelevant solubility and dissolution profiles

Digital tools play a crucial role in various aspects of pharmaceutical research, aiding in data analysis, modelling and simulation. Read more

Supervisor: Prof HB Batchelor

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering

Strathclyde Centre for Doctoral Training: Energy-efficient Indoor Climate Control for Optimised Health

This SCDT will provide an immersive opportunity for PhD students with a world-class interdisciplinary research and training programme to bridge the net-zero design and construction skills gap whilst providing specialist skills in human-centric smart building design and digitisation for optimised health and resilience. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A M-R Moreno-Rangel, Dr D T Tse, Dr G McGill, Dr L T Toledo

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering

Artificial Intelligence for Professional Excellence in Built Environment

This project aims to foster new multidisciplinary research into specific challenging issues in the subject field of built environment with regard to the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for excellence in professional practices. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Z Chen

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Chemistry

Functional Materials Discovery Using Artificial Intelligence

A fully funded PhD studentship (3 years) in computational chemistry (materials discovery) is open at the University of Strathclyde commencing October 2024. . Read more

Supervisor: Dr T Nematiaram

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

University of Strathclyde

PGR Opportunities at University of Strathclyde 2024

Founded in 1796 as a ‘place of useful learning' the University of Strathclyde is a leading technological University based in the heart of Glasgow. Read more

Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding PhD Opportunities

University of Strathclyde Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Deep Learning for Critical Care Monitoring

Consultants within their intensive care units are presented with rich and diverse information that can inform on the immediate health status as well as provide the foundation for longer term prediction on patient health outcomes. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R A Atkinson, Prof I A Andonovic

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Deep Learning for Woodland Soil Biodiversity Identification and Monitoring

Soils are one of the most important reservoirs of biodiversity [1], and soil fauna is a critical component of functioning ecosystems across the world. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Tachtatzis, Dr R A Atkinson

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering

Intelligent Maritime Systems: Advancements in Situational Awareness through Artificial Intelligence

Embark on a transformative PhD opportunity in marine engineering, where you will pioneer the development of cutting-edge digital tools and algorithms to enhance the perception capabilities of future intelligent marine systems. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C P Patil, Dr G Theotokatos

23 August 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

University of Strathclyde Department of Design, Manufacture and Engineering Management

Environmental Digital Twin for Enabling a Circular Economy

Bridging the digital world and physical environment is essential for Industry 4.0, which is a top strategic priority for most technical and manufacturing organisations. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S B Birnie, Mr R M Millar

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Mathematics & Statistics

High-dimensional computations with applications to uncertainty quantification for multiphysics engineering systems

The Strathclyde Centre for Doctoral Training (SCDT) in "Data-driven uncertainty-aware multiphysics simulations" (StrathDRUMS) is a new, multi-disciplinary centre of the University of Strathclyde, which will carry out cutting-edge research in data-driven modelling and uncertainty quantification for multiphysics engineering systems. Read more

Supervisors: Dr YK Kazashi, Dr S Bi, Dr M D A De Angelis

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

University of Strathclyde

EPSRC InDustrial CDT in Offshore Renewable Energy (IDCORE)

Apply links now open for September 2024 Entry. A jointly awarded Engineering Doctorate (EngD) from the Universities of Edinburgh, Exeter, Strathclyde and Swansea, offering ten places per year funded by the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). Read more

Funded PhD Programme (European/UK Students Only) EngD Programme NERC Centre for Doctoral Training

University of Strathclyde Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Robotic Non-Destructive Evaluation for AI-enabled Digital High-Value Manufacturing

The University of Strathclyde is pleased to be able to offer a highly cross-disciplinary engineering ‎project on the development and systems integration of robotic NDE and high-value manufacturing. Read more

Supervisors: Dr Y Javadi, Dr T Konkova, Dr I Tavakkolnia

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Physics

High Fidelity Entanglement in a trapped ion chain

Scaling up quantum technology systems based on laser cooled atoms or ions depends not only on chip-scale components for trapping, but also on accurate means for high-fidelity coherent control. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Pritchard, Dr A Sinclair

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Computer and Information Sciences

Adapting Large Language Models to Specific Domains

Large Language Models (LLMs) such, as Chat-GPT, are currently changing all the ways in which people interact with and get help from computers. Read more

Supervisor: Dr DR Roussinov

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

University of Strathclyde Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering

Combination of sensor fusion and machine learning for subsea structure inspection

Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering (NAOME) department in the University of Strathclyde in collaboration with Ilosta Ltd. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Mehmanparast

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)