Current research degree projects
Explore our current postgraduate research degree and PhD opportunities.
270 research degree projects
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Physics and astronomy
Exploring the impact of misalignment on the appearance of black holes
Black holes grow by accreting material through a disc which is bright across the EM spectrum. There is good theoretical and observational evidence that the accretion disc will likely be misaligned with the spin axis of the black hole although this is presently hard to pin down due to a lack of models which deal with such an effect. -
Engineering
Flow and noise control using non-equilibrium turbulent boundary layers
The aim of this research project is to investigate how airfoil self-noise is generated through the interaction between an airfoil blade and the turbulent boundary layers that form over it, and how these structures can be manipulated for flow and noise control. -
Engineering
AI-assisted robust aero-engine structural analysis due to fan blade-off
Robust design is crucial for ensuring the durability and reliability of aerospace components throughout their entire life cycle, given the variations that arise from geometry, material properties, and loads during long-term operation. -
Electronics and computer science
Machine Learning to Build Trustworthy Robot Swarms
This project focuses on advancing the trustworthiness and usability of multi-robot systems, particularly in the context of swarm robotics. -
Electronics and computer science
Replacing Si with 2D materials by developing the technique to dope them
We are looking for an exceptional candidate to join our team to develop a novel technique to dope transition metal dichalcogenides and investigate their commercial potential by working with our industrial partners, Intel, Graphenea and Grolltex. -
Engineering
Investigation of neutraliser-free air-breathing plasma thruster
This project will investigate how adding metal plasma can improve the performance of air-breathing plasma thrusters, with a focus on developing an optimized neutralizer-free design for Very Low Earth Orbit environments. -
Engineering
AI-enhanced fluid-structure modelling to aid maritime decarbonization
The marine and maritime sectors face an urgent need for green energy solutions and effective decarbonization strategies. Our project focuses on the development of AI-enhanced numerical tools to help address these challenges. -
Electronics and computer science | Biological sciences
Rapid diagnostics for antimicrobial resistance
This PhD project will develop a new sensor technology to diagnose bacterial infections rapidly. -
Biological sciences
Accessory Genomes and Evolutionary Strategies of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
Human-caused changes, such as antibiotic overuse and misuse, climate change and pollution are increasingly affecting the microbial life on Earth. This project will investigate genetic elements that control cellular processes enabling bacteria to withstand ever-changing conditions, including temperature fluctuations and antibiotic exposure, by utilizing bacteriology, single-cell and computational approaches. -
Chemistry
Bioinspired total synthesis of complex natural products
This project will involve the total synthesis of stereochemically complex natural products using new methods inspired by biosynthesis. The synthetic work will have potential applications in medicinal chemistry, the elucidation of biosynthetic pathways, and the structural assignment of natural products.