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University of Technology Sydney

5 Active PhDs

Available PhD Projects

Resolving mechanisms of cell division across the tree of life
University of Technology Sydney Assoc Prof Iain Duggin 🎓 Cell Biology 🎓 Microbiology

Explore how cell division mechanisms vary across archaea, bacteria, and eukaryotes. Apply advanced molecular and imaging techniques to dissect archaeal cell division at a molecular level and uncover fundamental biologic…

This research clarifies universal and unique cell division strategies across major life domains, enhancing evolutionary biology and microbi…

2147+ citations · h27
Molecular microbiology Cytoskeleton Cell divsion Archaea
Rheology and Hydrodynamics of Algal and Cyanobacteria Co-Cultures
University of Technology Sydney Assoc Prof Mathieu Pernice 🎓 Biotechnology 🎓 Chemical Engineering

Explore the complex rheological and hydrodynamic properties of mixed algal cultures. Develop models to optimize industrial photobioreactor design, combining lab research and industrial application in an international se…

This research enables more efficient and resilient algal cultivation methods critical for sustainable biotechnology. By improving photobior…

6109+ citations · h43
Symbiosis Nutrition Microalgae Omics
Line-Scanning Brillouin-Raman Microscope for Fast 3D Mechano-Chemical Mapping of Biological Samples
University of Technology Sydney Assoc Prof Irina Kabakova 🎓 Optical Physics 🎓 Physics

Design a novel line-scanning Brillouin-Raman microscope to rapidly map mechanical and chemical properties in 3D. Address slow point-by-point imaging limitations and enable live biological sample studies with microscopic…

The research enables high-speed mechano-chemical imaging of live biological samples, crucial for advancements in fundamental biology, tissu…

2176+ citations · h26
microscopy Brillouin light scattering biomechanics advanced materials
Surface Engineering of Inorganic Nanoparticles
University of Technology Sydney Prof Jiajia Zhou 🎓 Biotechnology 🎓 Materials Science Deadline: 31 Jan 2026

Explore surface engineering of inorganic nanoparticles to improve cellular targeting and imaging within quantum biotechnology. Develop new nanoparticle designs to bypass cellular barriers and enhance single-cell sensing…

This research advances quantum biotechnology by developing nanoparticles capable of precise cellular targeting and imaging, which can revol…

10760+ citations · h49
Upconversion Nanothemometry Single nanoparticle spectroscopy Point-of-care testing
Battery Research Scholarship at UTS: Developing Next-Gen High-Performance Batteries
University of Technology Sydney Prof. Guoxiu Wang Deadline: 05 May 2026

Develop pioneering battery technologies to enhance renewable energy storage and security. Join UTS in creating safer, longer-lasting, ultrahigh performance batteries:

This research is critical for integrating renewable energy into stable power grids and achieving Australia’s clean energy goals. Advancemen…

15000+ citations · h60
Battery Technology Energy Storage Electrochemistry Materials Science