Modelling of a solid oxide electrolysis cell for carbon dioxide utilization

Multiscale models will be developed to understand the performance and life-cycle sustainability of solid oxide electrolysis cells for CO2 utilisation.

IMPEE is a new, dynamic, multidisciplinary research Institute focused on promoting excellence across our main research themes: Biomedical Engineering, Digital Engineering, Energy Harvesting and Conversion, and Multiphase Flow.

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Requirements
All applicants must have or expect to have a 1st class MChem, MPhys, MSci, MEng or equivalent degree by Autumn 2017. Selection will be based on academic excellence and research potential, and all short-listed applicants will be interviewed (in person, by phone or by Skype).

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When applying through the Heriot-Watt on-line system please ensure you provide the following information:
(a) in “Planned Programme of Study”
Planned Programme of Study presents you with a drop-down menu. Choose Physics PhD
Supervisor provides a free text box. Enter supervisor’s name.

(b) in “Background Information”
Proposed Area of Research provides a free text box. Enter ‘JWS2017/16: Modelling of a solid oxide electrolysis cell for carbon dioxide utilization’

This information will greatly assist us in tracking your application.