EPSRC CDT in Aerosol Science – 5 PhD Studentships Available
This research project is one of a number of projects at this institution. It is in competition for funding with one or more of these projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be awarded the funding. Applications for this project are welcome from suitably qualified candidates worldwide. Funding may only be available to a limited set of nationalities and you should read the full department and project details for further information.
Applications are invited for five PhD studentships starting in Autumn 2021 as part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Aerosol Science:
- Real-time crop monitoring for decision-based protection against aerosol-carried diseases
- Airborne particle collection into single droplets to analyse and identify harmful aerosol constituents
- Modelling & detecting micro-scale birefringent particles
- Classification of microparticles using two-dimensional scattering data and machine learning techniques
- How atmospheric particulate affects lung infection and immune response
About the Centre for Doctoral training in Aerosol Science
Aerosol science is crucial to disciplines as broad ranging as drug delivery to the lungs, transmission of disease, climate change, energy and combustion science, novel materials, and consumer and agricultural products.
An aerosol is any collection of particles dispersed in a gas. The CDT brings together a multi-disciplinary team of 80 post-graduate students and academics from 7 UK universities spanning the physical, environmental and health sciences, and engineering. Our aim is to tackle the global challenges in which aerosol science is key.
Further details are available from our website: https://www.aerosol-cdt.ac.uk/.
Doctoral Training in Aerosol Science
During your doctorate, you will learn to research in diverse multidisciplinary teams, gain an advanced understanding of the core physical science of aerosols, and collaborate with industrial and public sector partners, equipping you to undertake ground-breaking research in aerosol science.
During the first 7 months of your PhD, you will join the CDT cohort based at the University of Bristol. Core training in aerosol science, research methods, professionalism and translation will be delivered by Team Based Learning. You will then undertake a short research project at your home or partner institution before starting your PhD research. You will gain experience outside academia in a placement with an industrial/public sector partner in Year 2 or 3.
More Information and How to Apply
Candidates who aspire to work in a multidisciplinary field, and hold or will achieve a minimum of an upper second-class undergraduate degree in any of these areas are encouraged to apply: chemistry, physics, biological sciences, life and medical sciences, mathematics and computer science, chemical and mechanical engineering, pharmaceutical and environmental sciences.
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Application Deadline:
Apply by 9am on Monday 25th January 2021 – eligible applicants with a suitable academic background will be invited to attend an online recruitment and assessment day on 1st February 2021. Applications after this date will be subject to remaining availability of studentships.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to furthering issues of equality, diversity and inclusion and are keen to attract the most highly talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. The needs of individuals will be accommodated during the recruitment process and while studying with the CDT. Further information on our commitment to equality and diversity can be found on our website.
Funding Notes
Successful CDT in Aerosol Science applicants who meet the funding criteria will receive a studentship covering tuition fees, research and training support grant, plus a stipend to cover your living expenses while you train, paid at the standard UKRI rate.
Application Enquiries
Name: Kate Lucas (Aerosol CDT Administrator)
Email: aerosol-science@bristol.ac.uk
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