Dr P Chatzistergos
No more applications being accepted
Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
About the Project
Applications are invited for the following PhD studentship at Staffordshire University starting in September 2017 or as soon as possible thereafter.
This PhD project aims to develop a novel diagnostic tool that will combine weight-bearing ultrasound imaging with the biomechanical assessment of soft tissues to enhance the clinical care of the diabetic foot disease as well as of other foot related pathologies. The proposed system will enable the ultrasound imaging of the entire plantar surface of the foot with the patient in an upright position and also the assessment and mapping of the thickness and stiffness of the soft tissues of the sole of the foot. The applicability of this novel ultrasound device in everyday clinical practice will also be assessed and its reliability and accuracy will be tested for people with diabetes.
This PhD is part of a larger project funded by UK - India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI). Among others, this will enable the successful candidate to complete part of their work in India at an established institute for electrical/ electronic engineering (SASTRA university) and at a major diabetes hospital (AR hospitals).
Queries about the project can be directed to the principal supervisor, Dr Panagiotis Chatzistergos ([Email Address Removed])
Applicant Criteria
Applicants will normally be expected have a strong Masters degree in a relevant subject area. Applications from candidates with either engineering/science or clinical background are welcomed. Experience in biomechanics and computer modelling or image processing or the clinical management of the foot-at-risk will be considered as an advantage.
Application Information
To apply please send a cover letter and CV to the Graduate School at [Email Address Removed] by 4th August 2017.
In your cover letter please explain why you are interested in the specific project and what you will bring to it, your suggested focus and why you are confident that you will be able to complete the PhD successfully (note - this is in place of a Research Proposal). Applications that do not state which specific project they relate to will not be considered.
Closing Date for applications: Friday 4th August 2017
For information Interviews will be held in late August/ early September 2017
We value diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity for all
Funding Notes
The Studentships will run for 3 years and include a fee waiver equivalent to the home/EU rate and a Tax-free stipend of £14,553 p.a. for three years, subject to satisfactory progress. In addition to PhD studies successful applicants will also deliver up to six hours per week of light teaching or teaching related support.
Additional financial support will be also be provided to cover travel and subsistence expenses and other relevant research costs (e.g. consumable etc.).
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