This project is one of a number that are in competition for funding from the University of Bath URSA competition. Please see the URSA webpage for more information.
Project
This project will be in association with BiocareUV Ltd.
The far ultraviolet (210-230 nm) has recently not only been shown to inactivate viruses and bacteria more effectively than germicidal ultraviolet (250-280 nm) but also being safe to humans. This discovery offers a new and transformative technology to tackling viral outbreaks and antibiotic resistance; two major challenges for global health. However, the existing gas-based light sources that emit at these wavelengths are fragile, expensive and cannot be manufactured at scale. This project will explore how semiconductor-based solid-state light sources can instead accelerate the potential impact of the far-UV by being more robust and manufacturable.
Specific objectives of this project include:
- Evaluating the optical performance of existing filtered KrCl gas lamps emitting at 222 nm.
- Developing and evaluating semiconductor far-UV emitting lamps
You will develop skills in:
- optical characterisation,
- micro and nanofabrication,
- semiconductor manufacturing
Candidate Requirements
Applicants should hold, or expect to receive, a First Class or good Upper Second Class Honours degree (or the equivalent). A master’s level qualification would also be advantageous.
Non-UK applicants must meet our English language entry requirement.
Enquiries and Applications
Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Dr Philip Shields - [Email Address Removed]
Formal applications should be made via the University of Bath’s online application form for a PhD in Electronic and Electrical Engineering.
When completing the form, please identify your application as being for the URSA studentship competition in Section 3 Finance (question 2) and quote the project title and lead supervisor’s name in the ‘Your research interests’ section.
More information about applying for a PhD at Bath may be found on our website.
Funding Eligibility
To be eligible for funding, you must qualify as a Home student. The eligibility criteria for Home fee status are detailed and too complex to be summarised here in full; however, as a general guide, the following applicants will normally qualify subject to meeting residency requirements: UK nationals (living in the UK or EEA/Switzerland), Irish nationals (living in the UK or EEA/Switzerland), those with Indefinite Leave to Remain and EU nationals with pre-settled or settled status in the UK under the EU Settlement Scheme). This is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Additional information may be found on our fee status guidance webpage, on the GOV.UK website and on the UKCISA website.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We value a diverse research environment and aim to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated and respected. We welcome and encourage applications from under-represented groups.
If you have circumstances that you feel we should be aware of that have affected your educational attainment, then please feel free to tell us about it in your application form. The best way to do this is a short paragraph at the end of your personal statement.
Keywords
Electronic Engineering; Environmental Biology; Manufacturing Engineering; Materials Science; Nanotechnology; Optical Physics; Solid State Physics; Virology
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