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Near-Resonance-Informed Parallel Methods for Nonlinear Oscillatory PDE Models
University of Surrey Dr Bin Cheng 🎓 Applied Mathematics 🎓 Computational Mathematics Deadline: 04 May 2026

Explore numerical methods that exploit near-resonance theory to accelerate nonlinear oscillatory PDE simulations in parallel computing. Develop and test algorithms that improve speed and accuracy for applications in flu…

This research advances computational techniques essential for climate prediction, fluid simulation, and geophysical modelling by enabling a…

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Partial Differential Equations Geophysics Numerical Analysis Applied Mathematics
Quantum Algorithms for Nuclear Level Densities
University of Surrey Prof. Paul Stevenson 🎓 Computational Physics 🎓 Nuclear Physics

Explore how quantum computing can be harnessed to calculate nuclear level densities—key to understanding nuclear reactions and decays. Join a pioneering effort to develop quantum algorithms in a top UK research environm…

This research advances the application of quantum computing to nuclear physics, potentially revolutionizing how nuclear excited states are …

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Nuclear Physics Many-body Physics Nuclear Theory Quantum Computing
Near-Resonance-Informed Parallel Methods for Nonlinear Oscillatory PDE Models
University of Surrey Dr Bin Cheng 🎓 Applied Mathematics 🎓 Computational Physics Deadline: 04 May 2026

Explore advanced numerical methods that leverage near-resonance theory to simulate complex nonlinear oscillatory PDEs efficiently. Develop parallel-in-time algorithms optimized for scalability and energy efficiency in h…

This research enhances computational approaches for simulating critical oscillatory PDEs used in fluid dynamics, weather prediction, and cl…

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Biostatistics Applied Probability Oral Health Neurology
Near-Resonance-Informed Parallel Methods for Nonlinear Oscillatory PDE Models
University of Surrey Dr Bin Cheng 🎓 Applied Mathematics 🎓 Computational Physics Deadline: 04 May 2026

Develop parallel numerical methods informed by near-resonance theory to accelerate nonlinear oscillatory PDE models. Explore how fast oscillations influence long-term dynamics and optimize algorithms for high-performanc…

This research advances understanding and simulation capability of nonlinear oscillatory PDEs critical for fluid dynamics, weather, and clim…

281+ citations · h11
Partial Differential Equations Geophysics Numerical Analysis Applied Mathematics
Single-turbine scale quantification of wake turbulence
Loughborough University Prof Chris Keylock, Dr Yi Li, Prof Michele Guala 🎓 Aerospace Engineering 🎓 Applied Mathematics

This PhD quantifies single-turbine wake turbulence to improve understanding of flow physics, aerodynamic interactions, and impacts on downwind turbines, combining numerical simulation, data analysis, and model developme…

Right Ventricular Remodelling Following Pulmonary Valve Implantation in Patients with Surgically Corrected Tetralogy of Fallot (Ref: FP-SK-2025)
Loughborough University Prof Sotiris Korossis 🎓 Bioengineering 🎓 Biomechanics Deadline: 31 Mar 2026

This PhD develops patient-specific multiphysics computational models to study the anatomy, biomechanics, haemodynamics, and electrophysiology of the right heart before and after pulmonary valve replacement in patients w…

Modelling and design of sustainable fibre composites
University of Strathclyde Dr K Johnston 🎓 Chemical Engineering 🎓 Chemical Physics Deadline: 31 Mar 2026

Fibre composites are widely used in aerospace and wind turbines due to their light weight and high strength. This project will use coarse-grained modelling and molecular dynamics simulations to simulate network formatio…

On-chip topological photonics
University of Southampton Dr Dongyang Wang 🎓 Applied Mathematics 🎓 Computational Physics

Funded PhD at University of Southampton developing on-chip topological photonic crystals on silicon for applications in imaging, sensing, and computing. Combines theoretical modelling, simulation, and cleanroom fabricat…

Non-Hermitian topological physics
University of Southampton Dr Dongyang Wang 🎓 Applied Mathematics 🎓 Computational Physics

Funded PhD at University of Southampton focusing on non-Hermitian topological physics, including exceptional points, skin effects, and topological phase transitions, combining theoretical modelling with electrical circu…

Topological photonic quasicrystals
University of Southampton Dr Dongyang Wang 🎓 Applied Mathematics 🎓 Computational Physics

Fully funded PhD at University of Southampton exploring topological photonic quasicrystals. Combines theory, numerical simulation, and experimental fabrication to design novel optical materials with robust, topology-pro…

The Self-Driving Microscope: Predicting Stochastic Failure in Solid-State Batteries using Physics-Informed AI (Ref: M34Impact-MSE2)
University of Greenwich London, United Kingdom Dr James Le Houx, Dr Andrew Kao, Dr Mikhail Poluektov 🎓 Computational Mathematics 🎓 Computational Physics Deadline: 17 Apr 2026

Funded PhD at the University of Greenwich developing physics-informed AI to predict failure in solid-state batteries using X-ray imaging, simulations, and generative models.

Developing charge-aware machine learning potential for electrochemical applications
Imperial College London Dr Jing Yang 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Computational Chemistry Deadline: 31 Mar 2026

This PhD focuses on developing charge-aware machine learning interatomic potentials for electrochemical applications, enabling accurate modelling of electrocatalytic systems with long-range electrostatic interactions.