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South East Technological University (Waterford)

6 Active PhDs

Available PhD Projects

Interpretable and Trustworthy AI for Early Arterial Fibrillation Diagnosis
South East Technological University (Waterford) Dr Bhaskar Murari Deadline: 22 Apr 2026

Develop robust and interpretable AI models that enable early detection of atrial fibrillation through ECG data. Harness state-of-the-art machine learning techniques combined with explainable methods to deliver clinicall…

This research addresses a critical need for early and reliable AF diagnosis to reduce life-threatening complications such as stroke and hea…

Artificial Intelligence Atrial Fibrillation ECG Signal Processing Explainable AI
BIOGEL-LENS: A Bioactive Multifunctional Hydrogel Contact Lens Platform for Regenerative Ocular Cell Supplementation
South East Technological University (Waterford) Dr Saoirse Casey-Power Deadline: 22 Apr 2026

Develop a pioneering hydrogel contact lens platform using bioactive polymers to support regenerative ocular health. Innovate at the intersection of polymer chemistry and ocular therapeutics to transform vision aids into…

This research addresses the growing global issue of myopia and ocular disease by creating contact lenses that proactively protect eye healt…

Bioactive Polymer Formulation Contact Lenses Ocular Drug Delivery
A Bioactive Multifunctional Hydrogel Contact Lens Platform for Regenerative Ocular Cell Supplementation
South East Technological University (Waterford) Dr Saoirse Casey-Power Deadline: 22 Apr 2026

Develop an innovative bioactive hydrogel lens platform that proactively supports ocular cell health. Transform traditional contact lenses into multifunctional therapeutic devices addressing unmet clinical needs.

This research aims to vastly improve the safety and functionality of contact lenses by reducing adverse effects and enabling proactive ocul…

Bioactive Polymer Formulation Contact Lenses Hydrogel
ResForest_Micro: Elucidation of the Forest Microbiome and its Potential to Control Major Fungal Diseases in Key Tree Species
South East Technological University (Waterford) Dr Kieran Germaine, Dr Dheeraj Rathore 🎓 Microbiology 🎓 Molecular Biology Deadline: 30 Apr 2026

Funded PhD at South East Technological University focused on forest microbiomes and their use in controlling major fungal diseases in important tree species.

TrueBeat: Interpretable and Trustworthy AI for Early Arterial Fibrillation Diagnosis
South East Technological University (Waterford) Dr Bhaskar Murari; Dr Arun Sankar; Dr Ondrej Kucera 🎓 Biomedical Engineering 🎓 Cardiology Deadline: 22 Apr 2026

Fully funded PhD developing interpretable AI models for early detection of atrial fibrillation using ECG data.

A football-based physical activity programme for men in Ireland following a prostate cancer diagnosis
South East Technological University (Waterford) Dr Patricia Sheehan; Prof Michael Harrison; Prof Paula Carroll 🎓 Health Psychology 🎓 Sport Psychology Deadline: 22 Apr 2026

Fully funded PhD at SETU evaluating a football-based physical activity programme to improve health and wellbeing in men after prostate cancer diagnosis.