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We have 179 University of Reading PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
University of Reading PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 179 University of Reading PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Impacts of oversizing on the performance of energy and environmental systems
Heating, cooling, and ventilation systems in buildings are often sized at capacities exceeding the demand for these services. This can result in inefficient operation, higher initial and operational costs, and larger environmental impacts. Read more
Decarbonisation of heating and cooling systems for net zero carbon future
Decarbonisation of heating and cooling in buildings can be achieved through switching fuels and transferring the demand from Natural Gas to low-carbon electricity. Read more
Sustainable Integration of Low-Carbon Production and Consumption within the Food System
As the world transitions to low carbon systems across all sectors, dramatic changes will be required across our society to reach our net zero targets. Read more
University of Reading PhD Opportunities
Our thriving and diverse community of researchers leads the way in understanding the issues that most concern the world today. Join us as a postgraduate researcher at Reading and we will support you at every stage, helping you to deliver research that counts. Read more
Bioinformatics analyses of microbial communities and their genetic contents to understand the transmission dynamics and selection of antimicrobial resistance
Project Overview. Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is one of the topics that we cannot ignore. Bacterial infections unsuccessfully treated due to AMR claim at least 700 000 lives per year worldwide and are projected to be associated with the deaths of 10 million people per year by 2050. Read more
How did species originate, evolve and go extinct across the vertebrate tree of life?
Project Overview. The tree of life underpins our understanding of all aspects of biodiversity past, present and future. Not only does it describe how species are related to each other, but it also documents the evolutionary history of life on Earth. Read more
DIVIDED: Inequality and Polarization Prevention
The Department of Politics and International Relations, University of Reading welcomes applications for a full-time, 4-years PhD position for the UKRI-funded project ‘DIVIDED. Read more
The Architecture of Future Healthcare Environments
Healthcare provision is constantly evolving due to advancements in medical science, changes in patient demographics, and emerging challenges. Read more
Investigating Opportunities and Challenges of Crowdsourcing for Sustainable Energy Solutions in Conflict-Affected Areas
The increasing frequency of global conflicts and climate-related disruptions has significantly impacted energy infrastructure. Particularly in conflict-affected areas, access to reliable energy sources remains critically limited. Read more
SEDarc Doctoral Training Partnership studentships (Economic and Social Research Council ESRC) **ENTRY 2025/26**
INFORMATION FOR APPLICATIONS ENTRY 2025/26. The University of Reading is delighted to be part of the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)-funded South East Doctoral Training Arc (SEDarc). Read more
Early and precise diagnosis in Alzheimer's disease spectrum disorders
Early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease is essential to be able to make post-diagnostic recommendations for pharmacological and non- pharmacological interventions. Read more
Investigating Neuropeptide Signalling From Synthesis to Survival
Project Overview. Neuropeptides, comprising of short amino acid chains, are potent bioactive molecules with extensive neuromodulatory functions and are predominantly expressed within the central nervous system. Read more
The use of picture books to increase toddlers’ willingness to consume unfamiliar food.
Evidence demonstrates that repeated exposure is effective in increasing children's liking and consumption of target foods, however parents can find it a challenging strategy to implemement, not least because of the resource it requires. Read more
Cross-sectoral problem-solving in construction 4.0: bridging the gap between technology development and implementation
The advent of Construction 4.0, characterised by the integration of AI, robotics, and digital technologies, has significantly transformed the construction industry. Read more
Moving beyond oil from below through creative practice and urban artivism for the transition to post-fossil fuels cities
As many countries grapple with the transition towards a regime of renewable energies, fossil fuels continue to determine the daily existence of the majority of the world’s population. Read more