Are you holding Master’s degree and looking for fully funded PhD positions? Newcastle University, England invites online application for multiple funded PhD Programs / fully funded PhD positions in various research areas.
Candidates interested in fully funded PhD positions can check the details and may apply as soon as possible. Interested and eligible applicants may submit their online application for PhD programs via the University’s Online Application Portal.
1. Fully Funded PhD Position in Computer Science: Global Scale Digital Forensics for CyberPhysical Systems
Summary of PhD Program:
Forensics often takes place in a local context. However, to detect attacks, protect systems, recover operations, and identify attackers in cyberphysical systems requires cooperation across a number of defenders — the cyberphysical network and the core. Indeed ISP networks have visibility into 60-70% of network traffic however, they don’t have the intelligence or the context of the local cyberphysical system in order to attribute attacks or detect stepping stones. This prompts several big research challenges. First, invisibility — attackers avoid detection borrowing techniques from the field of anonymous communications. Second, cooperation — the attack information is distributed across the core and the edge, and joining the dotted lines up seems inherently hard. Third, — Attack attribution requires extensive cooperation across networks however, it is often impeded by uncooperative intermediaries.
Application Deadline: 1 June 2024
2. Fully Funded PhD Position in Computer Science: AI Model based Digital Forensics for CyberPhysical Systems
Summary of PhD Program:
Forensics often takes place in a local context. However, to detect attacks, protect systems, recover operations, and identify attackers in cyberphysical systems requires cooperation across a number of defenders — the cyberphysical network and the core. Indeed ISP networks have visibility into 60-70% of network traffic however, they don’t have the intelligence or the context of the local cyberphysical system in order to attribute attacks or detect stepping stones.
This prompts several big research challenges. First, invisibility — attackers avoid detection borrowing techniques from the field of anonymous communications. Second, cooperation — the attack information is distributed across the core and the edge, and joining the dotted lines up seems inherently hard. Third, — Attack attribution requires extensive cooperation across networks however, it is often impeded by uncooperative intermediaries.
Application Deadline: 1 June 2024
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3. Fully Funded PhD Position in Computer Science: AI and Machine Learning Explainability
Summary of PhD Program:
One of the main issues with machine learning algorithms is that they are black boxes to human users. It is difficult to make sense of why a machine learning approach has provided a particular result as output. In this project, students will create explainable systems for machine learning systems. Through visualisation techniques, we will help open the black box of the model to understand training and/or predictions. This area, broadly speaking, is the target and applicants could help shape the project in this domain. We are also interested in understanding the learning dynamics (i.e., loss landscape and backwards propagation) and feature interaction (i.e., attention mechanism) at a large scale neural networks using novel visualisation approaches.
Application Deadline: 31 May 2024
4. Fully Funded PhD Position in Development of Water-Soluble and Biodegradable Detergent Ingredients from CO2 and Bio-renewable Sources
Summary of PhD Program:
The PINZ CDT will train the next generation of process and chemical engineers, and chemists, to develop the new processes, process technologies and green chemistries required for the process industries’ transition to Net Zero. Fast moving consumer good, such as fabric and home care products, have a high market volume and can contribute positively for industrial and consumer sustainability. This project is co-funded by Procter and Gamble and will be focused on the development of novel renewable and biodegradable water-soluble detergent ingredients through a circular economy approach.
Application Deadline: 31 May 2024
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5. Fully Funded PhD Position in Truncated moment problems and the quantum classical divide
Summary of PhD Program:
Given a closed set K in R^d and a truncated multisequence of real numbers the TKMP (truncated K-moment problem) entails determining whether or not there exists a positive Borel measure supported on K, whose initial power moments are the given truncated multisequence. In this case, we say that the given multisequence has a K-representing measure. In general, the TKMP is intractable.
Turning now to physics, if we interpret the given multisequence as the observed outcomes of a set of experiments and K as reflecting the structure inherent to the physical system under investigation, the TKMP maps onto the question of whether the set of experimental outcomes can be derived from an underlying probability distribution. Since Bell, this question has been central to discussions on the meaning and interpretation of quantum theory because, whereas classical theories can couched in such probabilistic terms, quantum theory cannot.
Application Deadline: 17 May 2024
6. Fully Funded PhD Position in Optimizing Pulse-Jet Cleaning for Sustainable Energy: A CFD Approach to Emissions Control
Summary of PhD Program:
This PhD project is part of the CDT in Process Industries: Net Zero. The successful PhD student will be co-supervised by academics from the Process Intensification Group at Newcastle University. This project between Newcastle University and Durham Filtration offers a unique PhD research opportunity to advance pulse-jet cleaning systems for flue gas treatment emissions control in waste-to-energy and biomass combustion plants.
This project will explore Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methodologies for optimising filter cleaning processes, with the goal of enhancing filtration efficiency, reducing emissions, and improving the sustainability of energy production. The results will feed directly into real-world applications by leveraging tools such as generative design, CAD/CAM and 3D printing.
Application Deadline: 31 May 2024
7. Fully Funded PhD Position in On demand entangled photons for quantum optics
Summary of PhD Program:
We are looking for an outstanding student to do research in experimental physics to develop this next-generation technology. The student will have access to the very cutting edge of expertise, materials, nanofabrication, and device characterization. Postgraduate students at Newcastle University can also take part in a range of paid teaching activities, with training provided. The successful candidate will join the Photon Science Laboratory at the School of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics at Newcastle University and will work closely with, including an opportunity to visit, our partners at the National University of Singapore.
Application Deadline: 17 May 2024
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8. Fully Funded PhD Position in Next generation flat optical quantum technologies: Theory of nanophotonic metasurfaces coupled to quantum emitters
Summary of PhD Program:
The regimes of electromagnetic interaction relevant to the development of quantum technologies are increasingly being stretched beyond the domain of conventional quantum optics theory. Today’s quantum emitters (QEs) are not just simple isolated atoms, but solid-state systems with rich internal structures. They can readily be combined with nanophotonic environments supporting exotic waves that enable improved generation of all-important but delicate quantum properties. So-called metasufaces offer numerous advantages for realising flat and scalable optical platforms operating at near room temperature. However, understanding such systems requires bridging three largely disconnected disciplines: quantum nanophotonics, solid-state physics, and open quantum systems theory in non-standard regimes.
Application Deadline: 17 May 2024
9. Fully Funded PhD Position in Historic landscape character and climate change adaptation: modelling impacts and opportunities
Summary of PhD Program:
Newcastle University and Historic England are pleased a fully funded collaborative doctoral studentship under the AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Partnerships (CDP) The project will examine how cutting-edge methods could help us use relevant historic landscape characteristics to address risks associated with increasingly intense rainfall, focussing on soil erosion and flood risk.
The project is original because it will use specific case-studies to develop a new methodology and create knowledge about the long-term environmental value of key historic character types in the UK. It is important because this knowledge has the potential to underpin strategies which use historic character in climate change adaptation. The project includes the opportunity for a placement with Historic England during the fourth year of the research.
Application Deadline: 21/06/2024
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10. Fully Funded PhD Position in Developing a Novel Imaging Flow Cytometer for Label-Free Characterisation of Human White Blood Cells in Health and Disease
Summary of PhD Program:
Are you interested in developing a 3D Imaging Flow Cytometer for biomedical applications? White blood cell (WBC) analysis is crucial in medical diagnostics, disease monitoring, and fundamental biological research. Traditional flow cytometry methods are limited to measuring cell surface markers and require labelling with fluorescent dyes, which may alter the cell’s properties or introduce artefacts.
You will develop a 3D Imaging Flow Cytometer, including hardware (fast-imaging, optics and microfluidics) and software, for the acquisition and real-time processing of WBCs. You will become an expert in several techniques and will be supervised by academics from the Faculty of Medical Sciences and the School of Engineering to deliver this ambitious research. Previous experience in optics, image processing and coding is desirable.
Application Deadline: 3rd June 2024
11. Fully Funded PhD Position in Defining the mechanisms underpinning HIF-1 and HIF-2 dependent transcriptional specificity in hypoxia
Summary of PhD Program:
The cellular response to low oxygen levels (hypoxia), is crucial for cell survival and identity. At the cellular level, the transcriptional response is primarily orchestrated by the transcription factor Hypoxia-Inducible Factor (HIF). In low oxygen conditions, HIF is rapidly stabilised, initiating transcription of genes involved in processes such as metabolism and angiogenesis, to restore oxygen balance and promote cell survival. Hypoxia and HIF activation underpin many diseases like cancer and neurodegeneration, emphasising the need to understand HIF’s regulatory mechanisms.
Application Deadline: 14th June 2024
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12. Fully Funded PhD Position in Mechanical Engineering in resilient railways, sponsored by Network Rail
Summary of PhD Program:
The research addresses the broad areas of infrastructure resilience and design in the face of climate change and the implications for disruption management. Specifically, the following topics are offered:1) Measuring effective climate change adaptation and resilience of railway infrastructure
2) Human Factors and User-Centred Design for Intelligent Infrastructure systems
3) Human Factors and resilience modelling for rail disruption management
Application Deadline: 1st July 2024
13. Fully Funded PhD Position in Mechanical Engineering – UMBRELA: Understanding of Multiaxial Behaviour of Emerging Lightweight Alloys for sustainable mobility
Summary of PhD Program:
Lightweight engineering materials offer a promising avenue for achieving carbon neutrality from the transport sector, with titanium alloys emerging as particularly attractive due to their exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to extreme conditions. However, existing material models are still far from capturing the complexity of real-world scenarios such as collision or impact, which involve multiaxial loading and elevated rates of deformation. This project aims to develop novel experimental techniques and advanced numerical models to address this gap, focusing on the multiaxial behaviour at varying strain rates. Through interdisciplinary approach, this project seeks to advance understanding of titanium alloys and promote the development of more efficient and sustainable transportation systems.
Application Deadline: 15th May 2024
14. Fully Funded PhD Position in Chemical Engineering: Anti-fouling coatings for reduced waste
Summary of PhD Program:
The fouling of surfaces by microorganisms, limescale, and other deleterious substances is a huge economic and societal problem because it reduces efficacy (heat exchangers require more energy to run when they are fouled) and component lifetime, requiring early replacement and promoting waste. The achievement of net zero requires that materials remain efficient and in use for longer. Therefore, means to extend the lifetime of different components in different industries must be developed. We have recently developed a reversible glue targeted for use in recycling that is water-based, inexpensive, scalable, and has a long shelf life. This glue contains two emulsion formulations (it is made like a paint) that contain nanoparticles of different charge, one for each surface. When they are joined, electrostatic adhesion occurs. However, on their own as individual coatings, these formulations are expected to have biocidal (positively charged) or nonfouling (negatively charged) properties.
Application Deadline: 15th May 2024
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15. Fully Funded PhD Position in Exploring Media Design for Young People’s Wellbeing through an Internet of Sensations
Summary of PhD Program:
The wellbeing of children and young people (CYP) is increasingly shaped by their production and consumption of online media, with evidence showing its addictive nature, impacting CYP behaviour and development of healthy lifestyles and skills. Innovations in tangible and pervasive media open up new embodied experiences online, and CYP may navigate a newly distributed ‘internet of sensations’, with wellbeing implications.
Application Deadline: 31 July 2024
16. Fully Funded PhD Position in Systematic investigation of pyrolysis process and products for sustainable biochar production
Summary of PhD Program:
This PhD project aims to systematically investigate and enhance the pyrolysis process of crop waste, focusing on improving efficiency and product quality. The research will cover various aspects of the process, including exploring the entire operational range across different production scales to minimize environmental impact and production costs. Additionally, the study will assess potential revenue streams for Circular Carbon by analysing advanced application scenarios for the solid, liquid, and gaseous by-products of pyrolysis. These analyses will be based on process and product characterisation, comprehensive life cycle and techno-economic assessments to align with evolving market trends and client needs, as well as to support biochar-based carbon dioxide removal initiatives.
Application Deadline: 31 May 2024
17. Fully Funded PhD Position in Data Driven Optimisation for Process Scale-up
Summary of PhD Program:
This PhD project is part of the CDT in Process Industries: Net Zero. The successful PhD student will be co-supervised by academics from the Process Intensification Group at Newcastle University. Nestling has designed a containerised cultivation and processing plant for a broad range of microorganisms with a focus on mycelium. The system is fully automated; the SCADA system is connected to the cloud and provides performance data, enabling the monitoring of critical process parameters (CPPs) and critical quality attributes (CQAs). Nestling wishes to collect the data and apply machine learning techniques to identify process efficiency improvements and enable prediction across scales for a given biological process.
Application Deadline: 31st May 2024
18. Fully Funded PhD Position in Algae – omics
Summary of PhD Program:
This PhD project will use minion nanopore sequencing of the alga’s genome and to define the alga’s transcriptome (following RNA-Seq) when grown under a range of ammonium levels. Understanding the genetic operational limits of the alga will enable further optimisation of the bioremediation process and offers the potential to provide the underpinning data to metabolically engineer the organism in the future. This ‘omics approach will also enable the prediction of other pollutants that this organism can remediate in addition to any valuable biochemicals that may be extracted from the biomass.
Application Deadline: 31 May 2024
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19. Fully Funded PhD Position in Mechanical and Systems Engineering: Manufacturing of the Next Generation All-Solid-State Lithium-Sulfur Batteries
Summary of PhD Program:
Are you interested to research how to make next generation rechargeable batteries? Rechargeable batteries are the key energy storage devices for electrification of transportation such as automotives, rail, and aviation, as well as stationary energy storage for electricity generated from renewable sources including wind and solar. Rechargeable batteries are essential building blocks to realize Net Zero emissions.
We are looking for an enthusiastic PhD candidate with strong skills in mechanical engineering and chemical engineering to manufacture and test prototypes of lithium-sulfur all-solid-state batteries (Li-S ASSBs) that have non-flammable solid-state electrolytes and earth-abundant material as cathode to replate cobalt, nickel, and manganese containing cathode materials in commercial Li-ion batteries, and use sustainable manufacturing technologies that are environmental friendly and energy saving.
