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2D-Transition Metal Dichalcogenide Nanoelectronic Devices for Neuromorphic Computing
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🎓 Artificial Intelligence
🎓 Electronic Engineering
🎓 Inorganic Chemistry
🎓 Materials Science
🎓 Nanotechnology
🎓 Neuroscience
UK
EPSRC
PhD
Fully Funded
Nanoelectronics
Neuromorphic Computing
Southampton
TMDC
This EPSRC-funded PhD will explore 2D transition metal dichalcogenide (TMDC) nanoelectronic devices for energy-efficient neuromorphic computing, combining nanofabrication, device physics, and advanced materials characterisation in a collaborative environment.
Project Description
The project focuses on TMDC semiconductors to build transistors and memristive devices for neuromorphic architectures inspired by biological neural systems. Research will involve fabrication, characterisation, and optimisation of TMDC-based devices, studying properties such as synaptic plasticity, threshold switching, and memristive behaviour.
Students will gain experience in nanofabrication, electronic device measurement, and advanced materials characterisation, working across chemistry, physics, and electronic engineering disciplines. The project offers access to state-of-the-art cleanroom facilities, interdisciplinary training within the EPSRC EXPRESS consortium, and opportunities to present research internationally and engage with academic and industrial partners.
Entry Requirements
UK 2:1 honours degree (or international equivalent) in electronic engineering, physics, materials science, or closely related discipline.
Strong interest in nanoelectronics, semiconductor devices, or emerging computing technologies.
Strong interest in nanoelectronics, semiconductor devices, or emerging computing technologies.
How to Apply
Apply via University of Southampton postgraduate research application portal.
Select programme type: Research, 2026/27, Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences.
Choose PhD in Electronic & Electrical Engineering (7092), full-time.
Include supervisor name in application (Dr Ruomeng Huang).
Submit research proposal, CV, 2 academic references, degree transcripts/certificates, and English language qualification (if applicable).
Contact for informal queries: R.Huang@soton.ac.uk
General enquiries: feps-pgr-apply@soton.ac.uk
Select programme type: Research, 2026/27, Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences.
Choose PhD in Electronic & Electrical Engineering (7092), full-time.
Include supervisor name in application (Dr Ruomeng Huang).
Submit research proposal, CV, 2 academic references, degree transcripts/certificates, and English language qualification (if applicable).
Contact for informal queries: R.Huang@soton.ac.uk
General enquiries: feps-pgr-apply@soton.ac.uk
Eligibility
UK/Home
EU
International
Supervisor Profile
DR
Dr Ruomeng Huang
University of Southampton, School of Electronics and Computer Science / Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
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