Optical Physics (data analysis) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 35 Optical Physics (data analysis) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Revealing the correlation between physiology and physical chemistry of microcalcification in connective tissue using AI supported tissue characterization.

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

A fundamental component of human body is connective tissue which serves various structural and supportive functions including skin integrity, abdominal wall enforcement and bone formation. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Chauhan, Dr R Kroger

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

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Doctor of Engineering (EngD) - Ophthalmic imaging with time and spectral resolution (Occuity Ltd and University of Strathclyde)

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Research Group: CDT in Applied Photonics

The project aims to develop a data processing analysis pipeline for retinal imaging ophthalmoscopes with spectral and time-resolved measurement capabilities, to detect signatures of severe diseases from ophthalmic data. Read more

Supervisors: Prof D Reid, Dr D Li

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

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Doctor of Engineering (EngD) - Photonic enablers in new generation for ultra-wide field retinal imaging (Optos and University of Dundee)

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Research Group: CDT in Applied Photonics

This doctoral research project aims to revolutionize ultrawidefield retinal imaging systems through the integration of cutting-edge ultrafast beam steering methods. Read more

Supervisors: Prof D Reid, Dr N Krstajic

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

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Doctor of Engineering (EngD) - Breaking boundaries in retinal imaging: harnessing computational prowess for dynamic 3D reconstructions and pinpoint accuracy with full-range OCT and advanced refraction compensation (Optos and University of Edinburgh)

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Research Group: CDT in Applied Photonics

Embarking on the forefront of retinal imaging, our project pioneers a revolutionary 3D tomography reconstruction in the retina, aiming to mitigate deformations induced by refraction in the anterior segment and vitreous. Read more

Supervisors: Prof D Reid, Prof M Davies

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

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PhD Students (f/m/d) for super-resolution microscopy-based investigations of the glycocalyx

Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light PhD Opportunities

The Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light research covers a wide range of topics, including nonlinear optics, quantum optics, nanophotonics, photonic crystal fibres, optomechanics, quantum technologies, biophysics, and links between physics and medicine. Read more

Supervisor: Dr LM Möckl

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

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EPSRC iCASE PhD Studentship in Quantum sensors: Low Frequency Rydberg Atom Sensor

Durham University Department of Physics

Radio Frequency (RF) sensors based on highly-excited ‘Rydberg’ atoms offer unique capabilities. Atoms are intrinsically calibrated, and their properties are universal, so measurements should be reliable and repeatable. Read more

Supervisor: Prof K Weatherill

2 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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PhD scholarship in integrated blue optical phased array on thin-film lithium niobate platform for underwater optical communication - DTU Electro

Technical University of Denmark DTU Electro

The Internet of Underwater Things (IoUT) is defined as a worldwide network of smart interconnected underwater objects, poised to revolutionize a number of related technologies including ocean monitoring observatories, underwater exploration and resource exploitation, disaster prediction and prevention, aquaculture, and defense/security. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H Hu

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

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Generation of THz radiation beams and its applications

Royal Holloway, University of London Department of Physics

John Adams Institute (JAI) for Accelerator Science offers a PhD opportunity in the area of advanced instrumentation, in particular, development of beyond state-of-the-art non-invasive THz generators in modern accelerator facilities based on coherent Cherenkov diffraction radiation mechanism. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Karataev

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

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Multiplexed fluorescent biosensors to profile infectious diseases (Bio-Techne and University of Edinburgh)

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Research Group: CDT in Applied Photonics

We will build a novel sensing toolbox alongside suitable analytical tools to image biomarkers of cell function in real time. We will prepare a new platform of multiplexed photonic biosensors that will be able to image pathogens (bacteria, virus) in infection models of increasing complexity. Read more

Supervisors: Prof D Reid, Prof M Vendrell

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

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Development of advanced measurement methods for high performance emerging photovoltaics

University of Surrey School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering

Emerging photovoltaic devices (organic, perovskites) have demonstrated significant potential in recent years due to the high efficiencies achieved and their scalability potential. Read more

Supervisors: Prof S Silva, Dr G Koutsourakis

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

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PhD position (f/m/d) in Protein assembly / Lipid Membranes / Biophysics / Biophotonics / Lab-on-Chip assays

Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light PhD Opportunities

The research group of Dr. Katja Zieske invites applications for a. PhD position (f/m/d). for the project. Biophotonic Characterization of Living matter from the Bottom-Up. Read more

Supervisor: Dr KZ Zieske

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

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Towards developing novel actuation method of soft robotic devices towards medical applications

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Beating-heart procedures represent a less invasive alternative to standard open-heart surgery with fewer perioperative complications, and shorter recovery time. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Chauhan

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

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Early Detection and Stratification of Dementia using Transformative Non-Invasive Holistic Optical Biomarker Technology in Biofluids

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Professor Sumeet Mahajan, Professor Amrit Mudher, Professor Chris Kipps. Project description. Globally, there is a growing and a huge unmet need for tools and technologies that allow rapid, affordable and accurate dementia diagnosis. Read more

Supervisor: Prof S Mahajan

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Space Optical Communications

University of Auckland Department of Physics

The University of Auckland is developing a research programme in optical communications between ground and orbiting satellites. We are looking for a PhD candidate to adapt an existing optical telescope, and build optical instrumentation to demonstrate optical communications from satellites in low earth orbit. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Rattenbury, Dr J Cater

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

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