Prof S McLaughlin
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Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
About the Project
This project consists of investigating advanced image processing methods (2D/3D segmentation, image restoration, object detection…) to extract information about tumours and surrounding tissues in order to complement information provided by local measurements (e.g., pH/O2 readings, biopsis…).
The Institute of Sensors, Signals and Systems (ISSS) aims to offer the full portfolio of expertise in the fields of signal and image processing, novel manufacturing technologies, microsystems, microwave engineering, mobile communications systems and autonomous systems.
Requirements
All applicants must have or expect to have a 1st class MChem, MPhys, MSci, MEng or equivalent degree by Autumn 2019. Selection will be based on academic excellence and research potential, and all short-listed applicants will be interviewed (in person or by Skype). DTP’s are only open to UK/EU applicants.
Closing Date
All applications must be received by 8th February 2019. All successful candidates must commence studies by 1st December 2019 at the very latest.
How to Apply
When applying through the Heriot-Watt on-line system please ensure you provide the following information:
(a) in ‘Study Option’
You will need to select ‘Edinburgh’ and ‘Postgraduate Research’. ‘Programme’ presents you with a drop-down menu. Choose Bio-Engineering & Bio-Science PhD, Chemistry PhD, Physics PhD, Chemical Engineering PhD, Mechanical Engineering PhD or Electrical PhD as appropriate and select October 2018 for study option (this can be updated at a later date if required)
(b) in ‘Research Project Information’
You will be provided with a free text box for details of your research project. Enter Title and Reference number of the project for which you are applying and also enter the supervisor’s name.
This information will greatly assist us in tracking your application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application, it will not be considered until you have uploaded your CV and transcripts.
Funding Notes
The annual stipend will be £15k and full fees will be paid for 3 years.
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