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Deposition and characterisation of high corrosion resistance and electrically insolating thin film coatings
University of Leeds Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
  Research Group: School of Mechanical Engineering
The UK government target of net zero emission by 2050 and the phase-out of passenger cars with internal combustion engine is facing great challenges in the research of alternative energy resources, such as wind and solar energies, batteries and fuel cells. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr L Yang, Prof R Brydson
 28 March 2021 PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Modelling subretinal injections to improve delivery of treatment for age-related eye diseases
University of Liverpool Faculty of Health and Life Science
Training. The University of Liverpool has set up a Doctoral Training Network in Technologies for Healthy Ageing to train the next generation of physical scientists and engineers to develop novel technologies and devices to address the challenges faced by older people and our clinical colleagues who work with them. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr VR Kearns, Dr B Geraghty, Dr A Abass
 7 April 2021 PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Design and development of novel load-bearing metamaterial structures/mechanisms for knee protection
University of Liverpool Faculty of Health and Life Science
Mechanical metamaterials are engineered structures with unusual mechanical properties arising from their artificial structural geometry, rather than from their material composition. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr P Sareh, Dr K D'Aout
 7 April 2021 PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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A Miniaturised Stiffness-controllable Soft Medical Manipulator
University of Lincoln College of Science
The PhD studentship is on developing a miniaturised soft medical manipulator that utilises a novel controlled-stiffening mechanism to enhance tool stability and force output. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr K Elgeneidy, Prof M Saaj, Dr F Paillusson
 14 March 2021 PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Machine Learning Surrogate Modelling of Structural Health Monitoring Systems
University of Cincinnati College of Engineering and Applied Science
About the project. Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) systems are permanently installable sensors that are used to monitor the presence and progress of damage in engineering assets. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Corcoran
 5 April 2021 PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Structural Health Monitoring Informed Digital Twins
University of Cincinnati College of Engineering and Applied Science
About the project.  A Digital Twin is a digital representation of a physical asset. For structural integrity assessment purposes, the Digital Twin learns from a variety of sources to provide real-time tracking of structural integrity, as well as allow exploration of future condition under proposed usage profiles. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Corcoran
 5 April 2021 PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Passive Ultrasonic Structural Health Monitoring
University of Cincinnati College of Engineering and Applied Science
About the project. Permanently installed sensors facilitate real time evaluation of the structural integrity of engineering assets. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Corcoran
 5 April 2021 PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Meso-scale particles for quantitative prediction of powder transfer by pneumatic conveying (TUSAIL ITN)
University of Edinburgh School of Engineering
Pneumatic conveying is widely used for transporting granular materials. DEM–CFD provides a multi-scale hybrid approach to simulate such systems but is very computationally expensive. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr K Hanley
Open Day(s)  15 March 2021 PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Multi-scale modelling of particle agglomeration through sintering (TUSAIL ITN)
University of Edinburgh School of Engineering
This project develops a multi-scale approach to study the complex micromechanical phenomena in the agglomeration process of particulates through sintering – important in the ceramic and other industries. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof J Ooi
Open Day(s)  15 March 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Numerical modelling of roots and fibres as soil reinforcement
University of Edinburgh School of Engineering
Summary. This project will use continuum and discrete numerical techniques to model how roots and geotextiles can increase the strength of soils at risk of geohazards such as landslides and debris flows. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Papanicolopulos, Dr K Hanley
Open Day(s)  Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

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Tracking granular flows using instrumented grains
University of Edinburgh School of Engineering
Summary. This project will develop an "instrumented grain" for tracking granular flows, allowing lab-based experimental modelling (and eventually field-based monitoring) of geohazards such as landslides. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Papanicolopulos, Dr C Beckett
Open Day(s)  Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

This supervisor does not yet know if funding is available for this project, or they intend to apply for external funding once a suitable candidate is selected. Applications are welcome - please see project details for further information.

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Mixed discrete–continuum modelling of dense granular flow (TUSAIL ITN)
University of Edinburgh School of Engineering
Dense granular flows contain zones of significant shear deformation alongside large volumes of material that are either stagnant or exhibit mass flow. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Papanicolopulos, Prof J Ooi
Open Day(s)  15 March 2021 PhD Research Project

PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Microstructural and surface integrity in machining of specialist composite materials for next generation aero-engine applications - (ENG 1317X1)
University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering
Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) in manufacturing and On-Wing Technology, The University of Nottingham. Applicants are invited to undertake a 3-year PhD programme in partnership with industry to address key challenges in manufacturing engineering. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D Axinte
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

PhD Research Project

PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project is in competition for funding with other projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be successful. Unsuccessful projects may still go ahead as self-funded opportunities. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but potential funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Mechatronics system for hybrid manufacturing processing - (ENG 1316X1)
University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering
Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) in Manufacturing and On-Wing Technology, The University of Nottingham. Applicants are invited to undertake a 3 year PhD program in partnership with industry to address key challenges in on-platform manufacturing engineering. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D Axinte
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

PhD Research Project

PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project is in competition for funding with other projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be successful. Unsuccessful projects may still go ahead as self-funded opportunities. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but potential funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Rolls-Royce sponsored PhD Scholarship – Design and Simulation of Stiffness-Adjustable Robotic Systems for Performing on-Wing Repair of Aero-Engines - (ENG 1318X1)
University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering
Applicants are invited to undertake a 3 year PhD programme in partnership with industry to address key challenges in on-platform manufacturing engineering. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D Axinte
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

PhD Research Project

PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project is in competition for funding with other projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be successful. Unsuccessful projects may still go ahead as self-funded opportunities. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but potential funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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