Current research degree projects
Explore our current postgraduate research degree and PhD opportunities.
283 research degree projects
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Electronics and computer science
AI for sustainability
This 4-year integrated programme (iPhD) focuses around 5 research themes where AI can improve environmental sustainability:sustainable operations and circular economyAI for transportation and logisticsAI for sustainable energy and buildingsAI for the natural environmentsustainable AI -
Engineering
Modelling gust-wing interactions in curvilinear flows
This project will explore gust-wing interactions in curvilinear flows, focusing on vertical axis wind turbines (VAWTs). It offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), data-driven modelling, and experimental aerodynamics while addressing a critical challenge in renewable energy, such as gust-wing interactions in curvilinear flows. -
Electronics and computer science | Engineering
Control and stability of renewable energy sources
This project will explore how we can deploy unprecedented levels of renewable energy into the electric grid. It will focus on the controller design of pants like solar and wind to ensure stable and reliable power system. This research is part of the Doctoral Centre for Advanced Electrical Power Engineering. -
Engineering
AI-enhanced study of the origins of railway noise under complex track geometrical conditions
This project focuses on railway noise and vibration. By integrating computational modelling, experimental measurements, and AI-driven insights, the research aims to develop predictive models for noise reduction and sustainable railway development. -
Electronics and computer science | Engineering
Smart textiles for respiratory health: innovative wearable sensors for continuous monitoring
This project develops wearable sensors for continuous respiratory rate monitoring. Using thermoelectric materials, e-textile techniques, and micro/nanofabrication, researchers will create flexible, self-powered sensors integrated into wearable devices for respiratory rate monitoring. Work includes material optimisation, sensor design, circuit integration, and breathing rate testing. -
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. -
Photonics and optoelectronics
Development of two-micron fibre lasers for processing of organic materials
This project aims to investigate novel concepts for high power fibre lasers operating in the two-micron wavelength band and their use in a range of application areas. -
Chemistry
Backbone modifications for therapeutic oligonucleotides
This is a PhD Studentship in organic synthesis and chemical biology. This project focuses on developing novel backbone-modified therapeutic oligonucleotides (ONs) to improve stability, uptake, and affinity. -
Physics and astronomy
Design and fabrication of infrared metasurfaces
This is a PhD Studentship in Nanophotonics and Metamaterials with Industrial placement at QinetiQ. This project will explore the design and fabrication of optical metasurfaces for infrared applications using advanced cleanroom nanofabrication and nanophotonics experiments. -
Chemistry
Exploring crystallisation 'chaperones' for single crystal structure determination of trace or difficult to crystallise samples
This project will address the challenge of obtaining quality crystals for diffraction by co-crystallising with a second component. This method will be applied to characterise metabolites and impurities in agrichemicals, accelerating the discovery of new compounds. The chaperone approach aims to be impactful in agriculture and other fields generating new materials.