Chemical Engineering (material science) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 74 Chemical Engineering (material science) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Algal Bioplastics

University of Sheffield Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering

Single use plastic is a major environmental concern that is urgently in need of innovative solutions. Microalgae are photosynthetic organisms that can be employed to develop processes that are environmentally sustainable. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Vaidyanathan

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Ion irradiation of advanced nuclear fuels

The University of Manchester Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering

Nuclear fission power currently accounts for 20% of UK energy production, making it a key low-carbon energy source for reducing greenhouse gases and meeting the governments New-Zero target by 2050. Read more

Supervisors: Prof T Abram, Dr JB Buckley, Dr R Harrison

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Development of Perovskite-Based Solid Oxygen Carriers Towards Clean Air and Carbon Neutrality

Sheffield Hallam University Materials and Engineering Research Institute

The Industry and Innovation Research Institute (I2Ri) draws on talents, expertise and facilities across Sheffield Hallam University. Read more

Supervisors: Dr AS Scrimshire, Dr RJ Janani, Dr F Clegg, Dr DM Majumder

10 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Materials Engineering: Fully Funded Swansea University and the Coated 3 Industry Fund PhD Scholarship: Zinc coating Innovations for Superior Corrosion Performance

Swansea University School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Funding providers: Swansea University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, and the Coated 3 Industry Fund. Subject areas: Material Science and Engineering, metallurgy, corrosion . Read more

Supervisor: Prof J Sullivan

15 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Towards NetZero: Sustainable Binders for Mineral Rock Wool Insulation

University of Leeds Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Research Group: School of Chemical and Process Engineering

Mineral rock wool is a fibrous material formed by spinning or drawing molten mineral or rock material such as slag and ceramic. It retains its flexible, low-density, structure with binders that are spray coated onto the fibres. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Blacker, Prof R Brydson

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Epitaxy, heterogeneous integration, functional polymers, and 2D/3D printing for wearable sensors, image sensors, hydrogen production, and photonic quantum computing

University of Cincinnati College of Engineering and Applied Science

Yeongin Kim Research Group in Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering/Materials Science and Engineering Program at University of Cincinnati seeks a passionate PhD student. . Read more

Supervisor: Prof Y Kim

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Topological Materials for Electrolytic Hydrogen Production

University of Birmingham School of Chemical Engineering

This project is co-funded by Milvus Advanced. Industrial Supervisors. Dr Linh Tran and Dr Assia Kasdi. Duration of the project. 4 years. Read more

Supervisor: Prof P Goldberg Oppenheimer

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Enhanced Cements for Nuclear Waste Encapsulation

University of Strathclyde Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

Blended cements are formed from a mix of ordinary cement and another cementitious material, known as clinker substitute. These alternative materials are frequently used in the cement and concrete industries to. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Renshaw, Dr K Dobson

22 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Development of Biodegradable Fiber-Based Bags for Sustainable Plant Nurture

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

The need for environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions to combat plastic pollution has never been more critical. Plastics, particularly single-use plastic bags, have had a detrimental impact on our ecosystems and contribute to environmental degradation. Read more

Supervisor: Dr RS Salehiyan

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Novel Sampling, Synthesis, and Capture of Organophosphate Nerve Agent Stimulants in Critical Environments

Loughborough University Department of Chemistry

This project will explore new integrated approaches for enhanced security applications. Our aim is to develop a comprehensive study of organophosphate nerve agent stimulants and their potential degradants in critical environments. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Turner

1 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Mechanochemical separation of hydrogen isotopes

University of Strathclyde Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

This PhD project will build on pilot experiments conducted at Strathclyde to develop a new technology that uses mechanochemical reactions to separate hydrogen isotopes. Read more

Supervisors: Prof R Lunn, Dr M Stillings

26 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Engineering Mineral Layers for Decommissionable Concrete

University of Strathclyde Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

Nuclear sites contain large volumes of radioactively contaminated concrete. Prior to decommissioning, these concrete structures must be surface decontaminated to minimise the requirement for waste disposal. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Renshaw, Prof R Lunn

22 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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The Development of Noval and Sustainable Surface Preparation Processes for Steels Using Environmentally Friendly Solutions

Sheffield Hallam University Materials and Engineering Research Institute

The Industry and Innovation Research Institute (I2Ri) draws on talents, expertise and facilities across Sheffield Hallam University. Read more

Supervisors: Dr MK Kitchen, Dr OL Lewis

10 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Development of enhanced Nanostructure High-Velocity Oxy-Fuel (HVOF) Coatings for ultra-low wear applications

University of Bradford Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies

High-velocity oxy-fuel (HVOF) is a well-established thermal spraying technique for applying wear and corrosion-resistant coatings onto metallic substrates. Read more

Supervisor: Dr K Cooke

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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The Universities for Nottingham and the Centre for Sustainable Chemistry - PhD Scholarships available

Nottingham Trent University

We invite suitably qualified and highly motivated applicants from STEM disciplines to apply for a series of multidisciplinary PhD scholarships hosted by the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) 4 Year PhD Programme

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We have 74 Chemical Engineering (material science) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Chemical Engineering (material science) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 74 Chemical Engineering (material science) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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