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We have 58 Optical Physics (photon) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
Optical Physics (photon) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
We have 58 Optical Physics (photon) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
Faculty of Science URSA PhD Project: Interfacing atomic vapours with quantum communications by quantum teleportation
This project is one of a number that are in competition for funding from the University of Bath URSA competition, for entry in September 2025. Read more
Quantum-limited holographic sensing of nanoparticles in plasma CVD of quantum devices
Solid state device fabrication underpinning semiconductor and quantum technology [1] relies heavily on etching and deposition techniques based on plasma chemical vapour deposition (CVD) [2,3]. Read more
Development of Hybrid Microcomb Sources with Topologically Protected Dark Resonances for Simultaneous Classical and Quantum (Ref: SCI24-AP3)
This PhD project is designed for a highly motivated and innovative early career researcher with a strong background in both experimental and theoretical photonics and quantum optics. Read more
Quantum Optical Sensors and Applications
Optical sensing is essential in scientific research, industrial quality control, environmental monitoring, and defence applications. Read more
Exploring “hidden” fluorescent protein photophysics and energy transfer dynamics
Genetically encodable fluorescent proteins (FPs) have revolutionised biophysics, allowing the direct visualisation of structures and processes in living cells. Read more
Detectors for Topological Quantum Light
This project is part of the EPSRC Center for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton (https://qte.ac.uk/). Read more
Luminescent Lanthanide Complexes for Future Photonic Quantum Computers
This project is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton (https://qte.ac.uk/). Read more
On-chip Quantum Cryptography Using Two-Dimensional Materials
This project is part of the EPSRC Center for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton (https://qte.ac.uk/). Read more
Up-conversion Photonics for Quantum Technologies
This project is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton (https://qte.ac.uk/). Read more
Photoreactor modelling, design and fabrication
Closing Date. 31st December 2025. This multifaceted project targets the development of an all-in-one photoreactor described using multi- phase chemical models to incorporate the kinetics of photocatalysts, reactant flow and photon behaviour. Read more
A Quantum Leap for Quantum Technology
Supervisory Team. Dr Ian Davidson, Dr Ghafour Amouzad Mahdiraji, Prof Francesco Poletti. Read more
Parametric Photonics for Quantum Technologies
Closing date. 30/06/2025. Supervisory Team: Prof Corin Gawith, Dr Goronwy Tawy. Project Description. We are looking for a PhD student to join our interdisciplinary team of students, postdocs, and senior researchers developing systems for quantum technologies. . Read more
Photonic chip-based quantum frequency converters for the ‘quantum internet’ (S3.5-MPS-Faruque)
Quantum technology is an emerging technology based on the laws of quantum mechanics such as superposition and entanglement. Read more
Towards compact Gamma-ray Free Electron Lasers
ver the past few decades, X-ray free-electron lasers (XFELs) have become the pre-eminent tool for studying the structure and dynamics of materials at the molecular scale. Read more
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Scattering-Mediated Integrated Sensing and Communication at Optical Frequencies (MBDA UK and University of Edinburgh)
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CDT in Applied Photonics
Project Description. This project is to investigate novel techniques for sensing and achieving efficient wireless communication. The study will explore the optical frequencies, particularly the ultra-violet spectrum, for simultaneous sensing and wireless communications. Read more