Environmental Engineering (self) PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students

We have 70 Environmental Engineering (self) PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students

Self-assembly of nanoparticles on thin films and droplets of surfactant-polymer mixes

Canterbury Christ Church University SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

Many types of nanomaterials rely on the self-assembly process of their corresponding nanoparticles. Soft matter thin films are often used as templates to direct the assembly of the nanoparticles into desired arrangements. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Zimbitas

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

More Details

Sustainable composites based on vitrimer matrices PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

High performance composite materials involve continuous fibres -usually carbon – embedded in a polymeric matrix. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Skordos

15 May 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

More Details

Functional composites through hybridisation PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

Advanced continuous carbon fibre reinforced polymer composites, offer a very attractive combination of mechanical properties, environmental resistance and lightweight which make them a superior choice for high performance applications. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Skordos

15 May 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

More Details

Three-dimensional hybrid composites for repair and recycling PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

This PhD research opportunity focuses on the development of self-healing three-dimensional metal-composite hybrid materials. These will use through-thickness reinforcement to embed metallic elements, acting as a means of targeted heat introduction, to activate re-processable matrices like thermoplastics or vitrimers. Read more

Supervisors: Dr GN Neale, Dr A Skordos

22 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

More Details

Sustainable Fashion Products and Textiles Production Using Environmentally Benign Fibres Manufacturing Process PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

In the fashion and clothing sector, there is a recent trend toward sustainable, environmental and socially responsible manufactured and grown fibres and materials. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S.S Rahatekar

3 July 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

More Details

Biophilic airport terminal design: impacts on decarbonisation and passenger well-being

University of Salford School of Science, Engineering and Environment

Information on this PhD research area can be found further down this page under the details about the Widening Participation Scholarship given immediately below. Read more

Supervisors: Dr JA Ferriz-Papi, Dr A Moustaka, Mr A Clark, Dr V Myroniuk

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

More Details

Natural Polymer Textiles & Fibres for Sustainable Fashion Sector PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

This project aims to manufacture sustainable textiles from renewable/natural polymers such as cellulose, chitin, alginate, chitosan which derived from most abundant natural resources like agricultural biomass and sea food waste (crab shell, shrimp shells etc.). Read more

Supervisor: Dr S.S Rahatekar

3 July 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

More Details

Operationalising Justice in Energy Infrastructure

Cranfield University School of Water, Energy and Environment (SWEE)

This PhD project aims to design, apply and validate a tool to embed justice concepts into energy and energy-water infrastructure design. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Ozkan, Dr E Shrimpton

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

More Details

Generative AI for the Next Generation of Manufacturing Automation Systems PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

The application of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, digital twin, blockchain, and the internet of things are growing fast, and their integration with complex manufacturing systems enables effective digitalisation and automation transition. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Farsi

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

More Details

Transforming waste marble dust into sustainable nanoparticle reinforced aluminum-marble composite

University of Bradford Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies

The composites industry is facing significant environmental challenges due to waste management and resource efficiency issues. Read more

Supervisor: Dr K Cooke

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

More Details

Tackling the challenges towards the sustainable production of green hydrogen

University of Bradford Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies

Research Group: Centre For Sustainable Environments

Annual growth in World’s population results in a higher energy demand and a steady increase in CO. 2. emissions released into the environment, which are mainly originated from fossil fuel sources. Read more

Supervisors: Dr P Arcelus Arrillaga, Prof R Patel, Prof H Benkreira

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

More Details

Through-thickness reinforcement compatible conductive polymer filaments PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

Composite through-thickness reinforcement techniques are typically used to bolster through-thickness behaviour, composite’s primary weakness, but the integration of through-thickness elements for embedding electrical and thermal functionality is a fast-growing area of research. Read more

Supervisors: Dr David Ayre, Dr GN Neale

14 May 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

More Details

Reversible manufacture of continuous fibre composites PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

Carbon fibre reinforced polymer composites, offer an advanced solution combining high performance with lightweight and environmental resistance. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Skordos

15 May 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

More Details

Kinetics and mechanisms of mineral waste carbonation

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Engineering

Self funded 3.5 year PhD in Engineering. Project Summary. Minerals containing earth alkalis are feasible for carbonation or enhanced weathering as an effective CO2 sequestration and storage method. Read more

Supervisor: Dr FJ Jin

1 May 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

More Details

Virtual Certification of Hydrogen-Resistant Materials PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

Advances in computing, experiments, and information will continue to reshape engineering in the next decade. This PhD position will nurture a multidisciplinary innovator with the tools to unravel the future of Mechanics of Materials. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Castelluccio

1 May 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

More Details

We have 70 Environmental Engineering (self) PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students

Environmental Engineering (self) PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students

We have 70 Environmental Engineering (self) PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students

Select your nearest city

Do you want hassle-free information and advice?