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We have 54 Pollution PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK
Pollution PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK
We have 54 Pollution PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK
A PhD in Pollution will involve the research of the impacts and methods of controlling pollution. You might be researching about the sources of pollution and how you can help avoid the damage it causes to the environment.
What's it like to do a PhD in Pollution?
Doing a PhD in Pollution will require you to produce an original piece of research. You will be expected to identify gaps in the current understanding of pollution and provide new solutions to the existing problems. Your research will be guided by a supervisor with expertise in the field.
Some popular research topics in Pollution include:
- Air pollution
- Water pollution
- Chemical pollution
- Waste management
Some popular research methods in Pollution include:
- Aerial and satellite imaging
- Computer modelling
- Biological monitoring
You might also be required to complete departmental training in order to gain the skills necessary to perform your research.
If you are based in the UK, you will also be required to complete a pre-sessional training to prepare you for your doctoral research.
PhD in Pollution entry requirements
The minimum entry requirement for a PhD in Pollution is usually a 2:1 undergraduate degree in a related subject. Depending on the university, you might need a Masters with at least a merit classification to begin a PhD in Pollution.
PhD in Pollution funding options
In the UK, PhDs in Pollution are funded by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). Most projects have funding attached, meaning that you will automatically be awarded coverage of your tuition fees and a living cost stipend if you are accepted to a project. It is possible to apply for funding independently, but most students will find it easier to apply for a project that already has funding attached.
PhD in Pollution careers
Doing a PhD in Pollution will equip you with the skills to pursue a career in the environmental sector. You could find employment in roles such as toxicology, chemical analysis, waste management and more.
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Mid-infrared optical amplifiers for chemical species tomography of aero-engine exhaust plumes
Supervisory Team. Professor Johan Nilsson. Project description. Read more
SUPER DTP: Further development of the ECOSSE-model for quantifying and mapping the impacts of degraded and restored Scottish peatlands on net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions under climate change
There is a concern that degraded peatlands may significantly exacerbate anthropogenic climate change through release of CO. 2. from soils (Hooijer et al, 2010). Read more
Lung-deposited surface area deposition of airborne nanoparticles in different environments
Airborne nanoparticles (<100nm) are the smallest fraction of particulate matter, which can penetrate deep into the lungs, and have more severe health impacts than their larger counterparts. Read more
SCENARIO: Generating and evaluating the next generation of ensemble atmospheric dispersion forecasts (SC2023_42)
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SCENARIO NERC DTP
Many hazardous events including volcanic eruptions, chemical or radiation releases, industrial fires and wildfires, release aerosols and gases into the atmosphere. Read more
PhD studentship in Environmental Engineering: Building water treatment infrastructure resilience to climate change-induced changes in freshwater sulphate concentrations
Overview. This exciting . WIRe CDT. project, in collaboration with . Northumbrian Water,. Read more
Noise impacts on wildlife from Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (drone) operations
This exciting PhD opportunity integrates applied ecology and acoustics to quantify and minimise noise impacts on wildlife from Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (drone) operations. Read more
Investigation of business models for the provision of vessel battery charging facilities at ports
This PhD project is part of the. CDT in Sustainable Electric Propulsion. The successful PhD student will be co-supervised by academics from within the. Read more
Developing Active Green Walls for Classrooms
This project is funded by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and will pursue a multi-scale approach to establish the potential of active green walls to improve environmental quality in classrooms. Read more
The biodiversity-pollution-climate nexus: understanding the impacts of mixtures of chemicals on mixtures of freshwater species in a changing world
We are looking for a highly motivated PhD candidate to work on a 3.5-year project to understand the impact of chemical mixtures on biodiversity and how these effects are influenced by climate change. Read more
SCENARIO: Modelling microbial immigration at critical interfaces of urban and natural water environments (SC2023_20)
environments. Besides the chemical pollutants, microbial pollutants are continuously discharged from urban environment to natural environment. Read more
SCENARIO: Mitigating greenhouse gas releases from contaminated urban re-development sites (SC2023_25)
Background. The construction industry is a major contributor to global carbon emissions and urgently needs to address this to reduce its carbon emissions. Read more
SCENARIO: Improving urban air quality measurement with artificial intelligence (SC2023_32)
It is more important than ever for us to be able to understand how wind and the built environment interact to distribute emissions around densely-populated cities. Read more
SCENARIO: Air quality, thermal effects and micro-climate in urban areas (SC2023_16)
Poor urban air quality and the threat of terrorist attacks by spreading a hazardous substance in cities are a real concern for public safety and health. Read more
SCENARIO: Tracking the bioaccumulation, the metabolization and synergy between Nanoplastics and Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the food web (SC2023_37)
Investigations on the effects of nanoplastics (NP) on aquatic organisms used concentrations between 2 to 7 order-of-magnitudes higher than those predicted in the open ocean. Read more
SCENARIO: The impact of high resolution modelling on mineral dust forecasts over West Africa using the ECMWF integrated forecast system (SC2023_02)
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SCENARIO NERC DTP
Dust storms are a major driver of poor air quality in many parts of the world, particularly in West Africa. During dust storms particulate matter thresholds are regularly exceeded, contributing to premature mortality. Read more