EPS2021/72: Novel algorithms for robust and scalable computational imaging: from deep learning, optimisation, and Bayesian inference theories, to applications in astronomy and medicine

Heriot-Watt University has now created scholarship opportunities in the School of Engineering & Physical Sciences for 2021-22. 

Requirements

All applicants must have or expect to have a 1st class MChem, MPhys, MSci, MEng or equivalent degree by Autumn 2021. Selection will be based on academic excellence and research potential, and all short-listed applicants will be interviewed (in person or via Microsoft Teams). Most of these scholarships are only open to UK/EU applicants and for

students who meet residency requirements set out by EPSRC

https://epsrc.ukri.org/skills/students/guidance-on-epsrc-studentships/eligibility/  For some projects, applications may be accepted for exceptional overseas applicants.

Multiple PhD positions are available with Heriot-Watt’s Biomedical and Astronomical Signal Processing group (BASP) on any combination of the following aspects of computational imaging: (i) development of estimation and uncertainty quantification algorithms for large-scale imaging inverse problems, at the interface of deep learning, optimisation, and Bayesian inference frameworks, (ii) their application in either astronomy or medicine (e.g. radio-astronomical, magnetic resonance, or ultrasound imaging), (iii) their parallel high performance computing implementation. We are looking for outstanding candidates with a First-Class Master’s Degree in electrical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, computer science, or a related discipline. The PhD students will be fully integrated into BASP under the supervision of Prof. Wiaux, with possible co-supervision by partners from the University of Edinburgh, the EPFL in Lausanne, CentraleSupélec in Paris, and some of the major astronomical or medical imaging centres in the world.

How to Apply

1. Important Information before you 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 Chemistry PhD, Physics PhD, Chemical Engineering PhD, Mechanical Engineering PhD, Bio-science & Bio-Engineering PhD or Electrical PhD as appropriate and select September 2020 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 potential 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.

2. Applications

Applications must be made through the Heriot-Watt on-line

application system, https://www.hw.ac.uk/study/apply/uk/postgraduate.htm

3. Closing Date

All applications must be received by Sunday 14th February 2021. All successful candidates will usually be expected to commence their studies in September/October 2021.