EPSRC CDT in Science and Applications of Graphene and Related Nanomaterials (Graphene NOWNANO)

12+ 4-year PhD Studentships

Graphene NOWNANO Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) builds on the world-leading expertise in the science and technology of graphene and other two-dimensional (2D) materials at Manchester and Lancaster Universities to offer a broad interdisciplinary PhD programme. CDT students receive initial state-of-the-art training in fundamentals of graphene/2D materials, their applications, and key techniques. This is followed by a 3½ year research project you will select from up to 60 available projects in 30+ top-rated research groups across 9 disciplines/university departments (Experimental and Theoretical Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Materials Science, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Pharmacy, Biomaterials, Nanotechnology for Medicine).

We offer:

• World-class research in graphene and other 2D materials, their science and applications, including :
  • Experimental and theoretical physics of nanodevices based on 2D materials;
  • 2D heterostructures: materials on demand;
  • Synthesis, fabrication, characterisation and modelling of 2D materials;
  • Applications of graphene and other 2D materials in electronics, photonics, spintronics, electrochemistry, composites, filtration and separation, drug delivery, regenerative medicine, and other new and developing areas.
• Vibrant interdisciplinary environment
• Network of fellow scientists (over 60 students)
• 6-month training in fundamentals of 2D materials and research techniques to prepare for challenging research projects
• Training in innovation and commercialization of research
• Network of industrial partners
• Fully funded secondments in industry or partner research institutions
• Public engagement activities led by the students

The CDT is based at the University of Manchester in partnership with Lancaster University and research projects are available at both partner institutions.