Physics (computational) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 180 Physics (computational) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Physics-based Multi-scale Modelling of Multi-Material Additive Manufacturing

Queen Mary University of London School of Engineering and Materials Science

Project Details. Additive manufacturing (AM) is emerging as a promising alternative for designing multi-material parts for complex geometries in engineering applications; especially in the biomedical sector. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Panwisawas

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

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Computational Acoustics: Predicting, Simulating and/or Auralising how the world sounds

University of Salford School of Science, Engineering and Environment

Research Group: Acoustics Research Centre

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

Supervisor: Dr A Hargreaves

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

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PhD in Quantum Simulations for Electronic Structure Calculations in Molecules and Materials

University College London Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Do you have a passion for computational chemistry and are eager to employ quantum computing methods to study complex chemical systems?. Read more

Supervisors: Prof P Coveney, Prof A Hoekstra

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

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Computational design of novel battery materials with cutting-edge techniques

King’s College London School of Natural & Mathematical Sciences

Applications are invited to apply for a PhD studentship in the Theory and Simulation of Condensed Matter (TSCM) Group at King’s College London, in the computational design of next-generation battery materials, working in partnership with experimental colleagues in the cross-disciplinary ‘Net Zero Centre’. Read more

Supervisors: Dr JT Tomczak, Dr G Booth, Dr LL Lander

1 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Advanced computational modelling of nanobubble cavitation dynamics

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

Rapid changes in pressure, such as in high-frequency ultrasound, can stimulate bubbles to nucleate, oscillate, and collapse violently, in a phenomenon known as cavitation. Read more

Supervisor: Dr DD Dockar

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

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Leveraging Statistical and Machine Learning Approaches for Engineering Design under Uncertainties

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of engineering design and addressing real-world challenges? Embark on this exciting journey to develop novel statistical and machine learning methods to enhance engineering design in the presence of uncertainties, and contribute to shaping the future of computational engineering design. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Yang

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

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Functional Materials Discovery Using Artificial Intelligence

University of Strathclyde Department of Chemistry

A fully funded PhD studentship (3 years) in computational chemistry (materials discovery) is open at the University of Strathclyde commencing October 2024. . Read more

Supervisor: Dr T Nematiaram

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

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Exploring Sensorimotor Function and Developing Rehabilitation Strategies using Experimental and Computational Approaches

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

In collaboration with a multidisciplinary team consisting of biologists, clinicians, engineers, mathematicians, and computational biologists and startups around the globe, we aim to decipher the organizational principles of sensorimotor function in mammals. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Chakrabarty

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

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Computational Studies of Haemodynamic Properties in Arteriovenous Fistula and Peripheral Arteries

University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering

Understanding the haemodynamic properties in coronary artery and renal dialysis venous access (DVA) in patients will help to improve the performance and longevity of renal DVA and coronary stent which underpins the life supporting haemodialysis techniques. Read more

Supervisors: Prof P Lin, Prof G Houston

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Computational modelling to understand the key drivers of placental evolution

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Bram Sengers (SoE), Rohan Lewis (Medicine). Project description. This project will use computational modelling in combination with 3D multiscale multimodal imaging to improve our understanding of placental evolution, in close collaboration between Engineering and Medicine. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Sengers

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

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Computational aerodynamics of high speed flow over rough surfaces

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Neil Sandham. Project description. You will join a group of PhD students and post-doctoral researchers using high performance computing to advance understanding of high speed aerodynamics. Read more

Supervisor: Prof N Sandham

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

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Computational Light Microscopy — Making the Invisible Visible

University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering

Light is a most versatile tool to study life. Optical microscopy opens a unique window into the inner workings of biological development without interfering with its delicate processes. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Vettenburg, Dr M MacDonald

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

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Understanding eye-hand coordination in object interception - a computational modelling approach

University of Birmingham School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences

This PhD project with Dr Yeo will focus on understanding how we perform interception. Interceptive movements--such as catching a gently thrown ball, quickly grabbing a tilting cup to avoid spilling or even just handshaking someone--feel like trivial everyday tasks for us that seemingly look too simple to study. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S-H Yeo

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

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Computational Mechanics of Fracture on Advanced Composite Aerospace Structures

University of Sheffield Department of Mechanical Engineering

Over the last decade there has been a significant increase in the use of composite laminates in the aerospace industry in a drive to reduce weight and as a result to reduce emissions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J L Curiel Sosa

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

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Developing an in silico method for endodontic restoration of human molar teeth

University of Liverpool School of Engineering

The proposed PhD project seeks to address the complex, multi-factorial issue of dental caries and its implications for endodontic treatment. Read more

Supervisors: Dr RR Readioff, Dr A Sharp, Dr N Longridge, Prof FJ Jarad, Dr EM Moawad

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

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