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Chemistry PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Birmingham

We have 54 Chemistry PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Birmingham

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Mechanochemistry and the mechanical bond – sustainable methods for the synthesis of functional rotaxanes and catenanes

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Background. Molecules are mechanically bonded if they are composed of two covalent subcomponents that are threaded through one another such that they can never separate even though there is no covalent bond between them. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof S Goldup, Dr D C Crawford
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Stereoselective synthesis of mechanically chiral molecules for sensing and catalysis

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Background – the stereoselective synthesis of mechanically chiral molecules. The stereoselective synthesis of chiral organic molecules is one of the core challenges in synthetic organic chemistry. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S Goldup
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PhD Studentship in the atomistic dynamics of mechanochemical reactivity

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Applications are sought for a fully funded 3.5-year PhD position in the group of Dr Adam Michalchuk in the School of Chemistry at the University of Birmingham to start Oct. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Michalchuk
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Dynamic behaviours of metal-organic frameworks and their guests

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Self-funded applicants are invited to join our vibrant research community at the University of Birmingham's School of Chemistry for a PhD position focused on functional Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T Easun
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Investigating biocompatible polymers for crystallisation-driven self-assembly

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
A fully funded PhD studentship (UK tuition fees) is available in the group of Dr Arno at the University of Birmingham (group website. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Dr Maria Chiara Arno
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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The Controlled Synthesis of Polycatenanes – mechanically interlocked materials with designer properties

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Background – the challenge of polycatenane synthesis. Linking rings in a chain is a familiar concept in the macroscopic world. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S Goldup
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Mechanically Interlocked Ligands for Medical Imaging

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Background – metal coordination and the mechanical bond. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S Goldup
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Bio self-assembled molecular wires

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Biology has evolved sophisticated ligands for metal ion coordination in the form of proteins. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Peacock
 1 May 2024  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Mechanochemical Preparation of Biodegradable Pharmaceuticals

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Twin-screw extrusion (TSE) has been demonstrated as an excellent means of industrialising mechanochemistry (instigation of a chemical reaction by mechanical energy, in the absence of solvents), overcoming the barriers involved in batch processing (such as ball milling) such as scalability and reaction temperature control. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D C Crawford
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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New reaction strategies using gold catalysis

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Gold catalysis represents one of the most vibrant and widely applicable fields of catalysis and in this project we will be exploring how catalyst design can be used to influence reaction pathways to gain greater control over reactivity. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Davies
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Low-valent Group-1 Metal Complexes Synthesis, Structures, Reactivity

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Interested in synthetic organometallic chemistry, sustainable catalysis and energy storage? This is a great opportunity to create a new horizon of the most common, yet poorly understood metals. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E L Lu
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Perylene diimide dyes for sensing & bioimaging

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
This is a PhD position joint between the University of Birmingham (UK) and the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM – Berlin). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T A Barendt
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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Glycan sensing technology for early and accurate cancer diagnosis

University of Birmingham School of Chemical Engineering
The Mendes group (https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/healthcare-technologies/research/nanoengineering-surface-chemistry/index.aspx) in the School of Chemical Engineering, University of Birmingham welcomes applications from prospective PhD students to conduct work in the area of glycan sensing technology for cancer diagnosis. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof P Mendes
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Programming Colloidal Self-Assembly for Advanced Materials

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
A PhD place is available with Dr Dwaipayan Chakrabarti in the School of Chemistry at the University of Birmingham on a project themed on designing and developing colloidal advanced materials, using high-performance computing, underpinned by theories of statistical mechanics and wave propagation in periodic structures. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Chakrabarti
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Synthesis of Metal-Organic Frameworks Using Rotaxane-based Ligands.

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
The PhD project will focus on the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOF) using rotaxane-based ligands. In particular, the project will demonstrate how rotaxane motion affects the adsorption of guest molecules in MOFs. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof N. R. C. Champness
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PhD studentship in in situ imaging and diffraction of dual-phase zeolite composites for nuclear waste remediation.

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Applications are sought for a PhD project under the supervision of Dr Phoebe Allan at the University of Birmingham, Dr Sharif Ahmed and Dr Joe Hriljac at Diamond Light Source, and Dr Tom Carey at the National Nuclear Laboratory. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Allan
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Conversion-type cathodes for battery-powered aviation

University of Birmingham Institute of Metabolism and Systems Research
A PhD position is available to study battery materials and interfaces within the School of Metallurgy and Materials at the University of Birmingham. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D S Spencer-Jolly
 13 May 2024  PhD Research Project  Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding
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Investigating new biocompatible polymers as biomaterials

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
A fully funded PhD studentship (UK tuition fees) is available in the group of Dr Arno at the University of Birmingham (group website. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Dr Maria Chiara Arno
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Development of a DNA amplification-free assay for pathogen detection

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Applications are invited for a funded PhD position in the School of Chemistry at the University of Birmingham. The School of Chemistry is keen to achieve a gender and diversity balance across the School and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S J Jones
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Soft & Crystalline Composite Materials: Developing Total Scattering Workflows for the Interrogation of Structure.

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
An exciting interdisciplinary project for an enthusiastic student to develop a broad range of expertise, combining the experimental and computationally-based characterisation of advanced composite materials. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T Easun
 30 May 2024  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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Developing the next generation of broad-spectrum antiviral polymers

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Applications are invited for a funded PhD position in the School of Chemistry at the University of Birmingham. The School of Chemistry is keen to achieve a gender and diversity balance across the School and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S J Jones
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Biomarker-Responsive MRI Contrast Agents

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
This is a fully-funded 3-year position in the School of Chemistry, University of Birmingham, to work on an interdisciplinary project in the group of Dr Gemma-Louise Davies. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G L Davies
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Formation and Performance of edible Oleogels for Applications in the Food Industry

University of Birmingham School of Chemical Engineering
Fats are important dietary components providing 25–30% of our daily energy intake. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr F Spyropoulos
 30 April 2024  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Nanoporous Materials for Energy Absorption

University of Birmingham Department of Mechanical Engineering
Nanoporous materials such as Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) are having their applications in mechanical energy absorption. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Sun
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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High throughput mechanochemical synthesis for sustainable advanced materials

University of Birmingham Department of Mechanical Engineering
We are seeking highly motivated and talented students who have a background and interest in research across engineering, chemistry, and/or materials science. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Stafford
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Chemical Recycling of PET Plastic Using Thermo-Responsive Catalyst Supports

University of Birmingham School of Chemical Engineering
There is an urgent need to devise processes for recycling plastics, with an estimated 460 million metric tonnes of plastics being utilised worldwide in 2019 alone, of which only 10% is recycled globally, the remainder going to incineration, landfill or export. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Wood, Prof A Dove
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Permeation of Hydrogen Isotopes into Fusion Reactor Materials

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
This project is co-sponsored by UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) / Culham Centre for Fusion Energy (CCFE) Hydrogen-3 Advanced Technology (H3AT) Research Centre. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Makepeace
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Degradable and sustainable polymers in the Environment

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
The influence of plastic pollution on our environment has been well documented, however, there remains a knowledge gap between relating to how new polymers and plastics might biodegrade. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A Dove
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Probing Astrochemical Reactions with Laser Spectroscopy

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
The study of chemistry occurring in low temperature environments, such as those in the interstellar medium, is an excellent test of our understanding of the governing forces in molecular interactions and reactive collisions. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Lehman
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PhD in Predicting the environmental degradation of plastics

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry
Understanding how plastics and polymers degrade in the environment is an important sustainability target. Our work in this area uses innovative analytical techniques and simulated environments to understand how specific plastics degrade in different environments. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof A Dove, Prof S Krause
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