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241 research degree projects
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Electronics and Computer Science
High-performance non-volatile rewritable memory on flexible substrates
Flexible electronics are transforming modern technology, enabling lightweight, bendable, and wearable devices that integrate seamlessly into everyday life. From healthcare to smart packaging, flexible electronics provide novel functionalities that rigid counterparts cannot achieve. This project aims to develop highly reliable, durable, and high-speed non-volatile memory on flexible substrates. -
Engineering | Electronics and Computer Science | Mathematical sciences
Artificial intelligence for environmental fluid dynamics modelling
This exciting PhD project explores the use of Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) to model complex environmental flows. By integrating AI with fluid mechanics, it aims to enhance simulations of the 2D Shallow Water Equations for applications in flood prediction, infrastructure design, and sustainable water management. -
Electronics and Computer Science | Engineering | Physics and astronomy
Nano-opto-electro-mechanical (NOEM) tunable SiC entangled photon source
A novel nano-opto-electro-mechanical (NOEM) tunable SiC entangled photon source will be developed for future on-chip quantum photonic circuits technology. Design optimisation, device fabrication and single photon measurements are planned to prove the working principle and tunability of the device. -
Electronics and Computer Science | Physics and astronomy | Engineering
Quantum reservoir computing via Nano-Opto-Electro-Mechanical (NOEM) coupled quantum oscillators
The aim of the project is to develop a novel platform technology for quantum reservoir computing, a promising approach for quantum neural networks where quantum information can be used as data in machine learning algorithms. -
Electronics and Computer Science | Chemistry and Chemical Engineering | Physics and astronomy
Algorithm development for molecular simulations on quantum computers
Dive into the fascinating world of quantum computing by developing new algorithms for molecular simulations and running your algorithms on actual quantum hardware. Your interest and background shapes the project with a focus on quantum chemistry inspired method development, algorithms enabling ultrafast dynamics, or quantum error mitigation schemes. -
Photonics and optoelectronics | Biological sciences | Engineering
Advanced lasers for quantum enhanced microscopy
This PhD project aims to develop advanced entangled photon sources for quantum enhanced microscopy, enabling high-resolution, label-free, deep-tissue imaging. By combining mid-infrared probing with near-infrared detection, the project leverages quantum physics to overcome limitations of classical microscopy in biomedical research. -
Electronics and Computer Science
Continuous-variable quantum key distribution with 5G technology integration
The objective of this project is to integrate quantum communication into emerging wireless networks, paving the way for a global quantum network in time for 6G. -
Engineering | Chemistry and Chemical Engineering | Physics and astronomy
Quantum-enhanced mid-IR spectroscopy for high-precision sensing
This project aims to revolutionise diagnostics with a quantum-enhanced mid-IR sensing platform for quick, easy and non-invasive detection of pollutants and disease markers. By integrating advanced materials, it will enable ultra-sensitive, real-time environmental and health monitoring, offering a powerful tool for early disease detection and improved pollutant tracking. -
Photonics and optoelectronics
Low-loss photonics for quantum networks
In the world of Quantum Technology every photon is precious. This project will create new ultra-low-loss optical components that will lead to advanced quantum memories, switchable delays, and the creation of large, entangled quantum states. -
Engineering | Mathematical sciences
Bio-inspired control of non-equilibrium turbulent boundary layers for efficient low-noise aerofoils
This project aims to study and identify the beneficial effects of using bio-inspired geometry on aerofoils, enhancing aerodynamic efficiency and reducing the noise generated from non-equilibrium turbulent boundary layers. It is a computational study by using a highly optimised CFD code on the UK supercomputer ARCHER2.