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PhD & MSc Positions in NLP and Large Language Models at Queen’s University
Queen’s University Dr. Xiaodan Zhu 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Computer Science Deadline: 15 Apr 2026

Explore research in Large Language Models and NLP to develop AI that understands and interacts through human language. Work within a leading AI group at Queen’s University to contribute to transformative technology impa…

This research enhances AI systems' natural language understanding, crucial for intelligent virtual assistants, automated language translati…

Natural language processing machine learning artificial intelligence
PhD in Operations Research for Healthcare Systems Optimization
University of Oklahoma Dr. Soheil Hemmati 🎓 Computer Science 🎓 Mathematics

Explore advanced mathematical and computational methods to solve complex healthcare challenges. Join Dr. Hemmati's lab to use operations research and machine learning for improving medical decision processes and patient…

This research addresses critical challenges faced by healthcare systems, aiming to improve resource allocation and patient outcomes through…

Medical Decision Making Stochastic Optimization Bilevel Optimization Interdiction Games
Explainable AI Guided Hardware Acceleration for Energy-Efficient AI Systems
University of Maine Prof. Ayesha Siddique 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Computer Science

Explore designing energy-efficient hardware to boost explainable AI models like large language models. Engage in cutting-edge research integrating AI, hardware design, and sustainability. Join a collaborative lab with s…

This research enhances the deployment of trustworthy AI by enabling systems that are both powerful and transparent. Energy-efficient hardwa…

SecureAISNN Approximate computing EDA
Computational Methods and AI Models for Medical Image Analysis Using Generative and Foundation Models
University of Birmingham Dr Le Zhang 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Biomedical Engineering

Explore cutting-edge AI techniques like generative and foundation models to advance medical image analysis. Investigate multimodal and vision-language models to develop robust, explainable algorithms that improve clinic…

This research enhances healthcare by developing AI models that improve diagnostic accuracy and clinical workflows, leading to better patien…

Medical Image Computing Generative AI Medical LLMs Digital Healthcare
Characterisation of battery electrodes using microscopy and AI
Imperial College London Dr. Samuel J Cooper 🎓 Computer Science 🎓 Engineering

Explore battery electrode microstructures with cutting-edge microscopy and AI. Collaborate with industry and develop tools that improve battery performance analysis.

This research improves our understanding of battery electrode microstructures, crucial for optimizing battery performance, safety, and long…

5715+ citations · h38
Lithium-ion batteries Machine Learning Generative AI Tortuosity
PhD Position in Cloud-Native and AI-Native 6G Networks
University of Amsterdam Dr. Chrysa Papagianni 🎓 Computer Science 🎓 Electrical Engineering Deadline: 24 May 2026

Explore programmable data planes in 6G with a focus on cloud-native and AI-native Radio Access Networks. Investigate abstraction layers and intelligent network management in collaboration with Ericsson, advancing scalab…

This research advances the foundational technologies essential for the future of 6G networks, enabling efficient and intelligent management…

Cloud-Native Networking AI-Native Networks Data-Plane Programmability Radio Access Networks
AI-Enhanced Threat Intelligence Sharing for Privacy-Preserving Analytics and Coordinated Cybercrime Response
Aston University Dr Asma Patel and Dr Bogdan Adamyk 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Computer Science

Develop an AI-based privacy-preserving framework for sharing threat intelligence and coordinating responses to online harms and crypto crimes. Explore federated learning and secure analytics to enable cross-sector colla…

This research enables faster, coordinated action against online harms and crypto-enabled criminal activities by securely sharing actionable…

173+ citations · h6
Information Security and Privacy Digital Forensics Location-based Services Mobile Application
AI-Powered Life Cycle Assessment for Emerging Clean Technologies
University College London Dr. Andrea Paulillo 🎓 Chemical Engineering 🎓 Computer Science

Explore how AI can revolutionize Life Cycle Assessment by automating data integration and modeling for emerging clean technologies. Work on real-world case studies to enhance sustainability feedback speed and reliabilit…

This research accelerates environmental assessment processes crucial for the development of sustainable clean technologies, enabling timely…

912+ citations · h17
Life Cycle Assessment Planetary Boundaries energy systems waste management
Higher-order coordination and emergent communication across human, AI, and animal systems
Northeastern University London Prof. Giovanni Petri 🎓 Computer Science 🎓 Mathematics

Explore how group-level interaction structures shape coordination and emergent communication in humans, AI agents, and animals. Apply interdisciplinary methods across network science, experiments, and simulations to uni…

This research advances knowledge of collective dynamics by bridging human social behavior, AI communication, and animal coordination. Insig…

9966+ citations · h42
complex systems theoretical physics algebraic topology
Autonomous Resilience in Heterogeneous IoT Networks
Newcastle University Dr. Yinhao Li 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Computer Science Deadline: 13 May 2026

Explore developing autonomous fault diagnosis and self-healing systems for large-scale heterogeneous IoT networks. Apply advanced AI techniques such as federated learning and graph neural networks combined with blockcha…

This research addresses critical challenges in ensuring reliability and autonomous fault recovery in large, heterogeneous IoT networks, vit…

431+ citations · h11
Internet of Things Cloud Computing Big Data Analysis Cybersecurity
Exploring Technology-Enabled Maker-Spaces to Empower Communities
University of the Arts London Dr Michael Kann, Dr Rosie Hornbuckle, Prof Maria Chatzichristodoulou 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Computer Science

Explore how emergent technologies like IoT and Generative AI can enhance sustainable production within community-focused maker spaces. Investigate how decentralized fabrication hubs can empower independent makers and st…

This research offers real-world impact by supporting communities to develop localized, sustainable manufacturing alternatives to traditiona…

Internet of Things Generative AI Sustainable Manufacturing Community Engagement
Developing a Framework for a National Collection of Scottish Video Game Heritage
Abertay University Prof Robin Sloan 🎓 Ancient History 🎓 Computer Science

Explore how to curate and preserve Scotland's rich video game heritage by developing national collection strategies. Engage with museums and the gaming industry to understand and address the challenges of collecting int…

This research addresses a critical gap in cultural preservation, helping museums worldwide adapt to the challenges posed by interactive dig…

512+ citations · h10
Game Design