University of Strathclyde Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 81 University of Strathclyde Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Valorisation of wet biomass wastes with carbon dioxide for sustainable fuel productions

University of Strathclyde Department of Chemical and Process Engineering

The global wet organic waste production increases over years. It is recognised that the development of alternative, cleaner sources of fuels from wet biomass waste can help to secure energy sources and address environmental challenges. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Li, Dr L Lue

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

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Development of Thermally Regenerative Redox Flow Batteries for combined energy storage

University of Strathclyde Department of Chemical and Process Engineering

Redox flow batteries (RFB) are a type of electrochemical energy storage device where electrical energy is stored via chemical “reduction and oxidation” reactions in a liquid electrolyte. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Brightman

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

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Artificial Intelligence for Professional Excellence in Built Environment

University of Strathclyde Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering

This project aims to foster new multidisciplinary research into specific challenging issues in the subject field of built environment with regard to the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for excellence in professional practices. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Z Chen

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

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Novel porous materials for Carbon Capture Applications

University of Strathclyde Department of Chemical and Process Engineering

Building upon recent research, in the Fletcher group, which demonstrates the synthesis of new porous materials in the inorganic polymer framework and modified… Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Fletcher

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

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Hydrogen production from electrolysis of waste biomass

University of Strathclyde Department of Chemical and Process Engineering

Established water electrolysis technologies rely on valuable high-purity water which adds significant demand pressure to worldwide resources needed for drinking water, irrigation and sanitation. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Brightman

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

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The automated construction of thermodynamic models for complex mixtures

University of Strathclyde Department of Chemical and Process Engineering

Process design requires accurate and reliable thermodynamic data for multicomponent mixtures in the system over a wide range conditions (e.g., solvents, impurity concentrations, temperatures, pressures) which are often missing, especially for new compounds. Read more

Supervisor: Dr L Lue

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

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Catalytic reforming of syngas hydrocarbons to maximise hydrogen production

University of Strathclyde Department of Chemical and Process Engineering

Hydrogen is an energy source of the future. It is imperative to develop competitive hydrogen production technology from renewable sources such as biomass. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Li

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

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Advanced Processing Methods for Long Baseline Multistatic Radars for Space Situational Awareness

University of Strathclyde Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Since their inception, ground-based Space Situational Awareness (SSA) systems, also known as Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST), primarily utilise radar sensors due to their ability to operate in very long ranges and under various atmospheric conditions while also providing very accurate range measurements. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Ilioudis, Prof M Vasile

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Inspection of nuclear fusion components in high temperature using laser induced ultrasound phase arrays

University of Strathclyde Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

This PhD project will face the challenges of ultrasonic imaging of nuclear fusion components using lasers to generate and detect ultrasound, remotely and in a series of environmental conditions with respect to temperature for the first time. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Stratoudaki, Prof S.G. Pierce

30 September 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Durability of glass-fibre/acrylic composites and their interface for use in renewable energy structural applications

University of Strathclyde Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Over the past decades, there has been rapid growth in the development and application of fibre-reinforced composite materials for use in high-performance applications. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Minty, Mr N M Meyn

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Accelerating the UK Offshore Wind Development by Design for Manufacturability

University of Strathclyde Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering

While the offshore wind sector has seen encouraging success in its early stages, a significant upscale is necessary to meet energy transition targets. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S L Li, Prof F Brennan

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

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Multi materials additive manufacturing for ship building application

University of Strathclyde Department of Design, Manufacture and Engineering Management

Zero-emission shipping transition is greatly restricted by the design and manufacture of light weight, cost effective, and high performing reliable materials structures in marine environment. Read more

Supervisors: Dr K M Mehta, Dr S T Tamimi

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

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Intelligent Maritime Systems: Advancements in Situational Awareness through Artificial Intelligence

University of Strathclyde Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering

Embark on a transformative PhD opportunity in marine engineering, where you will pioneer the development of cutting-edge digital tools and algorithms to enhance the perception capabilities of future intelligent marine systems. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C P Patil, Dr G Theotokatos

23 August 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Environmental Digital Twin for Enabling a Circular Economy

University of Strathclyde Department of Design, Manufacture and Engineering Management

Bridging the digital world and physical environment is essential for Industry 4.0, which is a top strategic priority for most technical and manufacturing organisations. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S B Birnie, Mr R M Millar

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

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Thermally driven flows in solidification processes

University of Strathclyde Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

PROJECT SUMMARY (a short summary - max 40 words). With this project, we propose a numerical investigation into a variety of dynamics and effects produced by the interaction of an advancing solidification front with thermally-driven convection in the melt. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Lappa

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

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We have 81 University of Strathclyde Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

University of Strathclyde Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 81 University of Strathclyde Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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