Are you holding Master’s degree and looking for fully funded PhD positions? University of Liverpool, Liverpool, 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 Mechanistic investigation of immunotoxicity associated with Adeno-associated virus vector-based gene therapy
Summary of PhD Program:
This multidisciplinary project aims to develop a platform to identify neoantigens derived from AAV vectors that are presented by common HLA alleles, evaluate the immunogenicity of AAV HLA ligands, and mechanistic evaluation of AAV-responsive T-cell activation. In this project, we will characterise immunodominant T-cell epitopes (class I and class II) shared across different AAV serotypes AAV2, AAV5 and AAV9 complete capsid vectors using monocyte-derived dendritic cells (MDDCs) from a panel of healthy donors representing a broad range of alleles. Furthermore, comprehensive in vitro T-cell assays will be used to detect cross-reactive, memory T-cells responsive to AAV antigens using PBMCs from healthy donors and patients with AAV immunotoxicity.
Application Deadline: 2 May 2025
2. Fully Funded PhD Position in Microbial Induced Electrochemistry at the Local Site and Single Cell Level
Summary of PhD Program:
This PhD project brings together expertise in nanoscale surface science and local scale electrochemistry, cell-surface interaction probes, microbiology and imaging across physical and biological sciences to study the electrochemical process that occurs both at the local site and single cell level and at the population level. The appointed student will gain multidisciplinary skills and expertise in advanced characterisation techniques, including surface spectroscopy, scanning probe microscopy, local electrochemistry and bio-imaging approach, leveraging the unique capabilities at our Open Innovation Hub for Antimicrobial Surfaces, Surface Science Research Centre and the Centre of Cell Imaging, both equipped with state-of-the-art techniques.
Application Deadline: 15 June 2025
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3. Fully Funded PhD Position in Machine learning methods for modelling and optimising CO2 heat pumps
Summary of PhD Program:
The optimization of operational strategies for CO2 heat pumps through advanced computational methodologies represents a pioneering endeavour in the realm of sustainable heating and cooling technologies. CO2 heat pumps, utilizing carbon dioxide as a refrigerant, offer significant advantages in terms of environmental impact and energy efficiency compared to traditional systems. However, unlocking their full potential requires precise control and optimization of operational parameters. By leveraging advanced computational methodologies this project aims to enhance the operational strategies of CO2 heat pumps across a broader operating range for greener and more sustainable heating/cooling applications.
Application Deadline: 1 August 2025
4. Fully Funded PhD Position in Locating and sizing electric vehicle charging stations through multi-stage stochastic optimisation
Summary of PhD Program:
This project aims to address this gap by developing a tool to assist planners and policymakers in locating EV charging stations based on specified criteria and available data. The research objectives include identifying critical parameters influencing charging station placement, formulating a multi-stage optimisation problem to maximise utilisation and ensure equitable distribution, and creating an interactive tool for stakeholders to visualise optimal charging station locations based on regional needs and constraints. This tool aims to empower local stakeholders to strategically deploy charging infrastructure tailored to their specific contexts, informing local planning and policymaking for the optimal establishment of EV charging infrastructure.
Application Deadline: 31 May 2025
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5. Fully Funded PhD Position in Is ocean circulation the ultimate driver of biological carbon storage in the ocean?
Summary of PhD Program:
The PhD aims to quantify the importance of ocean circulation in driving biological carbon storage by the Biological Pump. The student will initially use an intermediate complexity Earth System Model to run historical simulations and future projections and investigate the role of circulation on the Biological Pump during the present-day and in the future, and identify the key processes that control the response of the biological pump to a climate-induced changing circulation. The student will have freedom to then explore various research directions based on their interests such as: 1) Will ocean circulation continue to be the main driver beyond the 21st century and/or after net zero? 2) What are the main drivers of uncertainties in the Biological Pump in current IPCC projections? 3) What impact does a changing circulation have on proposed marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR) techniques?
Application Deadline: 1 June 2025
6. Fully Funded PhD Position in Investigating the Role of Polarity Regulators in Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma (PDAC) Pathogenesis and Therapy
Summary of PhD Program:
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is one of the most aggressive and lethal malignancies, with a five-year survival rate of ~10%. The lack of effective therapeutic options and the high incidence of chemoresistance underscore the urgent need to elucidate the molecular mechanisms driving PDAC development and progression. Loss of cell polarity, a hallmark of epithelial neoplasia development, is critical during the progression from pancreatic preinvasive lesions to invasive PDAC. Altered expression of cell polarity regulators leads to dysregulation of oncogenic and tumour suppressive pathways, thereby promoting tumour progression. Further evidence indicates that inactivation of polarity genes drives resistance to chemotherapy and correlates with poor outcomes.
Application Deadline: 30 September 2025
7. Fully Funded PhD Position in Instrumentation studies for AWAKE Run 2c
Summary of PhD Program:
To produce a high-quality electron beam for future applications, AWAKE requires novel instrumentation to measure and monitor the three beams, (proton, electron, and laser) throughout the acceleration process. This project includes R&D into optical monitors for measuring the longitudinal pulse profile with fs resolution, the simultaneous measurement of the proton and electron beam profile using digital micro mirrors and micro lens arrays for imaging purposes, and applying optical fiber-based beam loss monitors developed in the QUASAR Group for experiment optimization.
Application Deadline: 19 December 2026
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8. Fully Funded PhD Position in Hybrid Porous Scaffold 2D Materials for Water Purification
Summary of PhD Program:
This project aims to develop and explore new materials and approaches for water treatment based on a combination of the large porosities and tuneable morphologies offered by polymeric scaffold materials (membranes) and 2D nanostructured materials (transition metal dichalcogenides), which offer promise for pollutant removal and catalytic activity and generation of reactive oxygen species. Basing the scaffolds on sustainable, low-cost biopolymers with high-yield, scalable functionalisation methods to generate TMDCs directly on the scaffold aligns this project towards development of low-cost solutions suitable for the developing world and addressing persistent challenges with clean water.
Application Deadline: 31 May 2025
9. Fully Funded PhD Position in High-throughput exploration of multicomponent metal organic frameworks (MOFs)
Summary of PhD Program:
Training in robotics, chemistry and structural characterisation will be given. The project will develop protocols to identify materials with potential application gas separation (focusing on capturing carbon dioxide from flue gas and challenging separations of hydrocarbons) and catalysis (transformation of biomass for next-generation clean manufacturing) applications that will focus the large numbers of new materials identified for further detailed exploration. The project is driven by a vision of a future where research scientists will make routine, broad use of robotics as part of the discovery of advanced materials, and thus the project will prepare the student for a wide range of industrial and academic career opportunities.
Application Deadline: 31 August 2025
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10. Fully Funded PhD Position in High-Throughout Materials Discovery and Analysis for Water Contaminant Removal
Summary of PhD Program:
Water scarcity and contamination are among the most pressing global challenges of our time. Approximately 25% of the global population lives in regions experiencing annual water strees, a number projected to rise significantly by 2050. By then, 25 countries will face extreme water scarcity, withdrawing 80-100% of their available water resources annually. Furthermore, 44 countries are expected to experience high water stress, withdrawing 40-80% of their water resources. Even countries with moderate or low water stress levels will increasingly rely on efficient and sustainable solutions to manage water resources.
Application Deadline: 31 July 2025
11. Fully Funded PhD Position in High-Throughout Materials Discovery and Analysis for Atmospheric Water Harvesting
Summary of PhD Program:
A fully funded PhD studentship is available in collaboration with UL Materials Discovery Institutes (Research – UL Research Institutes) in the area of synthesis and automated analysis in a chemical laboratory focusing on atmospheric water harvesting (AWH), leveraging atmospheric water vapor as a sustainable resource to combat water scarcity. This project will focus on high-throughput synthesis of porous materials and the development of a proof-of-concept analytical technique for rapid AWH.
Application Deadline: 31 July 2025
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12. Fully Funded PhD Position in High Power Laser Development
Summary of PhD Program:
The studentship will focus on creating high-energy, high repetition-rate lasers. You will work with optical fibre lasers and combine the output of these systems using polarisation combination to create one output beam. The aim is to harness the advantages of chirped pulsed amplifier Yb lasers over other solid-state systems by using a combination of techniques to increase the energy output. This performance is not possible with the current systems, and so this project involves working at the forefront of laser technology to make a difference.
Application Deadline: 30 April 2025
13. Fully Funded PhD Position in acoustics (sound and vibration)
Summary of PhD Program:
The PhD research topic is expected to fall under the general area of engineering acoustics that focuses on sound and structure-borne sound that is relevant to the automotive, space, aeronautical, marine or construction industries. Ideally the research topic should focus on prediction modelling alongside experimental validation. Applicants may propose a research topic that is of interest to them in these areas. To discuss potential research topics, please contact Prof. Carl Hopkins (email: carl.hopkins@liverpool.ac.uk).
Application Deadline: 27 June 2025
14. Fully Funded PhD Position in Experimental Discovery of New Ionic Conducting Materials
Summary of PhD Program:
This project tackles the discovery of new materials for solid state batteries that will have higher energy densities and superior safety to current technologies. It is based on the design and discovery of new inorganic solids with unprecedented structures that will allow new mechanisms for fast ion motion in solids. Materials that allow the rapid motion of ions are essential for the new energy technologies needed to meet the challenge of net zero, such as batteries, fuel cells and electrolysers for green hydrogen. We recently discovered a new lithium solid electrolyte that changes previous understanding of how to design fast ion transport in solid state materials (Science 383, 739, 2024), and expand upon this new structure type through performance optimisation via substitution (Angew. Chem. Int. Ed., 63, e202409372, 2024).
Application Deadline: 31 August 2025
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15. Fully Funded PhD Position in Evaluating change in biodiversity at local and regional ecosytem scale
Summary of PhD Program:
Advance understanding of the impact of offshore wind structures on biodiversity at local and regional ecosystem scale, with the overall aim of evaluating net biodiversity change over lifetime of wind farms (i.e. evolution over 0 – 30 years). Effects of individual wind farms and cumulative sites should be considered.
Application Deadline: 30 April 2025
16. Fully Funded PhD Position in Enhancing Marine Biodiversity Through Repurposing Manmade Structures with Secondary Coastal Flood Defence Benefits
Summary of PhD Program:
Manmade marine structures, such as decommissioned cooling water intake tunnels from power stations, represent significant infrastructural assets that can be repurposed to address pressing environmental challenges. This research will focus primarily on the biodiversity benefits of utilising such structures as artificial habitats to enhance marine ecosystems. A secondary objective will be to assess the potential for these structures to contribute to coastal flood defence as part of a broader nature-based approach to climate resilience.
Application Deadline: 30 June 2025
17. Fully Funded PhD Position in Effects of offshore wind farms on the distribution of invasive species
Summary of PhD Program:
It has long been claimed that the marine structures could be colonised by non-native species, and that the creation of new wind farms (often in clusters) could create a series of stepping stones that could favourite the proliferation of invasive species, including the expansion of the invaded areas from coastal waters to offshore. While the presence of invasive species has been confirmed on marine structures (turbine foundations, scour protection), it is not really clear if the wind farms exacerbate the problem and if the ‘stepping stones’ dynamic is an actual risk.
Application Deadline: 30 April 2025
18. Fully Funded PhD Position in Edge-Cloud Collaborative Motion Planning for Autonomous Navigation with Large Language Models
Summary of PhD Program:
Join our cutting-edge research to develop efficient edge-cloud collaborative motion planning systems for autonomous navigation. This project focuses on leveraging large language models (LLMs) to enhance perception, prediction, and planning in dynamic and complex environments. The primary goal is to address challenges such as long latencies and adaptive decision-making in real-time for autonomous navigation systems, particularly in agriculture and other interdisciplinary fields.
Application Deadline: 30 April 2025
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19. Fully Funded PhD Position in Discovery of new inorganic materials for net zero applications
Summary of PhD Program:
This PhD project will tackle the synthesis in the laboratory of inorganic materials with unique structures that will expand our understanding of how atoms can be arranged in solids. The selection of experimental targets will be informed by artificial intelligence and computational assessment of candidates, working with a multidisciplinary team of researchers to maximise the rate of materials discovery. The resulting materials will be experimentally studied to assess their suitability in a range of applications, including targeting Li and Mg transport for advanced solid state battery materials. The student will thus both develop a strong materials synthesis, structural characterisation and measurement skillset, and the ability to work with colleagues across disciplines in a research team using state-of-the-art materials design methodology. The success of this approach is demonstrated in a range of papers (Science, 2024, 383, 739-745; J. Am. Chem. Soc., 2022, 144, 22178-22192; Science, 2021, 373, 1017-1022).
Application Deadline: 31 August 2025
20. Fully Funded PhD Position in Digital twin of heat pumps integrated with thermal energy storage
Summary of PhD Program:
This project aims to develop models to quantify the impacts of heat electrification, to develop solutions through demand side management using heat storages, and to quantify the flexibility provided by heat storages and exploit it. Based on the obtained understanding, the project aims to establish a digital twin of an exemplar heating system that integrates heat pumps with thermal energy storage to explore and demonstrate how such flexible heating systems could manage heat demand in response to weather forecasts, and thus minimise their impact on the electricity grid collectively.
Application Deadline: 1 August 2025
21. Fully Funded PhD Position in Digital Transformation of Chemical Analysis for Sustainable Materials Development
Summary of PhD Program:
In this project, our aim is to develop a modular robotic platform for automated chemical analysis. The platform will integrate advanced robotics with chemical processing equipment and analytical instruments, enabling the rapid and reliable analysis of complex chemical systems. We will initially address a key problem in industrial materials science: the automation of fluoride measurement in toothpaste. Despite the regular measurement of fluoride in toothpaste being required for safety and regulatory reasons, the automation of this process remains elusive.
