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Nanotechnology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 249 Nanotechnology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

A PhD in Nanotechnology is a 3-4 year research programme where you will be working with a supervisor to research, design and develop new applications of Nanomaterials.

What's it like to study a PhD in Nanotechnology?

As nanotechnology becomes more and more popular in industry, you may find that many universities specialise in certain fields of Nanotechnology, such as Biomedical and Materials Engineering.

Possible research areas include:

  • Nanocatalysis and energy storage
  • Nanomaterials for solar energy and water remediation
  • Nanoparticles for biomedical imaging and therapeutics
  • Using nanomaterials in advanced materials

You may also choose to study aspects of Nanotechnology that form the basis of wider research in the field, such as quantum physics.

Most PhD programmes in Nanotechnology will require you to complete a thesis, which you'll be required to submit by the end of your programme. You may also be required to give occasional departmental presentations on your research.

You may also choose to do a Masters to prepare for a PhD in Nanotechnology, though this is generally not required.

Like other STEM subjects, PhDs in Nanotechnology are advertised with a required proficiency level in certain subjects. You may be required to show that you have the required knowledge level before you can be accepted onto a programme.

Most PhDs in Nanotechnology are advertised with a proficiency level in certain subjects.

PhD in Nanotechnology entry requirements

The entry requirements for a PhD in Nanotechnology will usually require you to have a Masters degree with a Merit or Distinction, or a 2.1 undergraduate degree, with a specialisation in the field of research of the programme.

Some programmes may ask you to submit a research proposal before you can be considered for admission, though this is quite rare.

PhD in Nanotechnology funding options

Depending on where you study, you may be able to access government loans or you may be eligible for certain grants. You can also apply for Research Council studentships which provide tuition fee waivers and monthly stipends. You may also choose to self-fund your study.

PhD in Nanotechnology careers

There are many career opportunities available for you with a PhD in Nanotechnology. You can work in diverse fields such as Biomedical Engineering and Materials Engineering.

You may also choose to continue your research through a postdoc or go into academia.

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Biochip Enzymologist

PhD Studentship Advertisement. Project Title. Biochip Enzymologist. Lead Supervisor. Prof Frank Vollmer. Co-Supervisors. Dr Koji Masuda, EPSRC Fellow at the Living Systems Institute, University of Exeter. Read more

In situ studies of localisation, structure and interactions of TRPC5 ion channels

Membrane proteins are crucial to cellular function, such as recognition of – and interaction with – the extracellular environment and neighbouring cells, and controlling membrane dynamics, cellular signalling and transport of molecules and ions across membranes. Read more

PhD/MS Positions in Nanotechnology, Materials Science, and Mechanical Engineering at Canterbury Christ Church University, Kent, UK

Are you interested in advancing your career in the fields of nanotechnology, materials science, and mechanical engineering? Canterbury Christ Church University, located in Kent, England, is inviting applications for MS and PhD positions in these cutting-edge areas of research. Read more

Next-generation mid-infrared spectroscopy with multifunctional photonic metasurfaces

Motivation: Mid-Infrared (MIR) spectroscopy is a powerful tool for identifying biochemical substances by their unique vibrational absorption signatures (wavelengths ~2-14 µm)—playing a crucial role in revolutionary technologies underpinning biomedical diagnostics, remote sensing, and environmental monitoring. Read more

A microfabricated "brain tumour on a chip" for radiobiological studies

A PhD student scholarship aimed at the development of a comprehensive in vitro tumour model is available at the University of South Australia’s Bioengineering group. Read more

3D Heterogeneous Integration of 2D Electronic Materials for Neuromorphic Computing

This projects aims to develop two-dimensional (2D) materials, such as MoS2, which are atomically thin and offer a unique solution for neuromorphic computing hardware, in a 3D system where data processing and storage are unified within the artificial synapses and neurons to realize complex functions such as perception and learning. Read more

Ph.D. Opportunity: Help us to Better Detect Cancer with Hair-Thin Imaging Devices

We are seeking an enthusiastic Ph.D. student to lead the development of innovative hair-thin (<0.2mm diameter) imaging devices (endoscopes) for detecting cancer in hard-to-reach areas of the body, such as the pancreas and ovaries. Read more

Spin-based quantum sensors from chemically synthesised molecules

This project, available through the Centre for Doctoral Training in Applied Quantum Technologies, seeks to develop versatile and widely deployable quantum sensors based on electronic spins in luminescent molecules. Read more

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