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We have 57 water treatment PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
water treatment PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
We have 57 water treatment PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
Fouling Control of Water Treatment Membranes through Optimal and Sustainable Cleaning Strategies
Membrane fouling – the deposition of organic and inorganic matter on the membrane surface – is a major technical obstacle affecting membrane-based water treatment processes. Read more
Tackling algae and algae-derived challenges in drinking water - PhD
This exciting fully funded PhD, with an enhanced stipend of £24,000 pa, is sponsored by the UK Water Research Industry (UKWIR) and EPSRC. Read more
PhD in water chemistry: maximising PFAS forever chemical removal from drinking water
This amazing fully funded PhD opportunity comes with an enhanced stipend of £24,000 per annum and will deliver important outcomes for drinking water quality in the UK. Read more
Green electrospun nanofiber membranes for water treatment
Access to clean drinking water and sanitation has seen substantial progress in recent time, however there is still a large part of the global population, that live mostly in rural settings, that lack this basic necessity. The UN estimates that globally one in three people do not have access to safe drinking water and two in five people lack basic hand-washing facilities. Read more
Sustainable decentralised method for removing fluoride pollution from drinking water (Ref: AACME-24-011)
As a result of climate change, population expansion and industrialisation, more areas of the world are becoming “water-stressed”. Read more
Mining Waste Repurposing for Photocatalytic Energy and Water Treatment
We are looking for a motivated and passionate PhD candidate to join our research team in exploring the potential of mining waste as a raw material for synthesising advanced materials for energy applications, with a particular focus on photocatalysis. Read more
EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Water Infrastructure and Resilience (WIRe)
Globally, one in four cities is facing water stress, and the projected demand for water in 2050 is set to increase by 55%. Read more
EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Water Infrastructure and Resilience (WIRe)
Globally, one in four cities is facing water stress, and the projected demand for water in 2050 is set to increase by 55%. Read more
EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Water Infrastructure and Resilience (WIRe)
Globally, one in four cities is facing water stress, and the projected demand for water in 2050 is set to increase by 55%. Read more
University of Bath URSA Project: Seasonal drivers of water quality and greenhouse gas release in drinking-water reservoirs
This project is one of a number that are in competition for funding from the University of Bath URSA competition, for entry in September 2025. Read more
Investigating the impact of water-soluble swellable polymers on the metabolic profiles of soil organisms and microbes
Applications are invited for a 3-year full-time doctoral studentship funded by Haleon PLC. The studentship is a collaborative partnership between Haleon PLC, the National Oceanographic Centre and Kingston University. Read more
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Safeguarding drinking water from problem aquatic species: development and application of emerging technologies
Problematic aquatic species are causing substantial burdens to the production of drinking water supplies. These problems are escalating with climate change, habitat degradation, and biological invasions, requiring proactive management with sustainable approaches. Read more
Investigation and modification of surface treatments for attracting and capturing microfibres dispersed in aqueous environments
Microplastic pollution is a well-known environmental concern. The continuous increase in the production and use of plastics in various forms in combination with a lack of waste management in their disposal continues to contribute towards contamination. Read more
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Pathogen Analysis and source Tracking for Health (PATH): A One Health Approach to Tracking Waterborne Pathogens in Pakistan and Wales
Pakistan is an agricultural country with a population of 241.5 million people. The agriculture sector contributes around 24% to the GDP, with livestock (>50 million cattle, 41.2 million buffalo, and 78.2 million goats) playing a major role. Read more
Water-neutral and zero-waste oligonucleotides manufacturing for a sustainable pharmaceutical industry - PhD
This exciting fully funded PhD is developed with the global pharmaceutical manufacturer GSK and has an enhanced stipend of £24,000 per annum. Read more