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From Ideation to Implementation: How AI-Driven Development is Reshaping the Future of Early-Stage Ventures
Aston University Dr Shereen Fouad 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Engineering Deadline: 01 Apr 2026

You are invited to apply for a fully funded PhD investigating the intersection of artificial intelligence and software engineering. Embedded within a live venture-studio, the project explores how AI-first development re…

PhD Programmes at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano
Free University of Bozen-Bolzano 🎓 Agriculture 🎓 Biotechnology

The Free University of Bozen-Bolzano offers seven structured PhD programmes across multiple disciplines, supporting early-career researchers with funded opportunities and international research training.

Sustainable colloidal and particulate lubricants
Aston University Dr Sam Wilson-Whitford Dr S D Worrall 🎓 Chemical Engineering 🎓 Engineering Deadline: 20 Apr 2026

Applications are invited for a Postgraduate Research studentship, supported by Futamura Chemical UK LTD to be undertaken within the Aston Institute for Membrane Excellence at Aston University. The successful applicant w…

Machine-learning based optimisation of corrosion inhibitor formulations for CO2-containing aqueous environments
University of Leeds Prof Richard Barker 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Data Science Deadline: 08 Apr 2026

Funded CDT PhD at University of Leeds using machine learning to optimise corrosion inhibitor formulations for CO₂-rich environments. Combines AI, fluidic high-throughput testing, and corrosion science to improve energy …

Gas flow Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the upper airway and Computational Fluid Dynamic modelling of airflow during Above Cuff Vocalisation
University of Leeds Dr Zinedine Khatir 🎓 Data Science 🎓 Dynamics Deadline: 08 Apr 2026

Funded CDT PhD at University of Leeds combining gas flow MRI and CFD to model airflow during Above Cuff Vocalisation in tracheostomy patients, providing evidence-based guidance for safe and effective clinical applicatio…

Measuring and optimising airflow around a drone for the benefit of atmospheric aerosol and cloud sampling
University of Leeds Dr Declan Finney 🎓 Computer Science 🎓 Data Science Deadline: 01 Apr 2026

Funded CDT PhD at University of Leeds developing CFD and experimental methods to measure and optimise airflow around drones for accurate atmospheric aerosol and cloud sampling, combining fluid dynamics, modelling, and i…

Carbon Accounting and Optimisation Strategies for the Pipeline Industries: A Life Cycle Approach (Ref: ABCE-Pipeline-26)
Loughborough University Dr Haitao Lan 🎓 Civil Engineering 🎓 Construction Management Deadline: 30 Apr 2026

Fully funded PhD at Loughborough University developing carbon accounting frameworks and optimisation strategies for pipeline industries. Combines life cycle assessment, data analytics, and modelling to reduce emissions …

Continuous-flow 14C-LC-mass spectrometry development for the life-sciences
University of Glasgow Prof Stewart Freeman 🎓 Biological Sciences 🎓 Chemistry

Fully funded interdisciplinary PhD developing continuous-flow 14C-LC mass spectrometry, combining analytical chemistry and ion beam physics to enable highly sensitive radiocarbon detection for drug development and life-…

EPSRC CDT in Developing National Capability for Materials 4.0, with the Henry Royce Institute
Henry Royce Institute Dr Lewis Owen, Prof Michael Shaver, Prof David Dye 🎓 Data Science 🎓 Engineering Deadline: 14 May 2026

Fully funded EPSRC CDT in Materials 4.0 offering interdisciplinary PhD training in digital materials science, including machine learning, robotics, and data-driven approaches across leading UK universities.

CyberDOME: Adaptive Moving Target Defence for Securing Critical Service in 6G Networks
Aston University Dr Sourav Saha, Prof Jose Alcaraz Calero 🎓 Computer Science 🎓 Cyber Security Deadline: 01 Apr 2026

Funded PhD at Aston University developing adaptive Moving Target Defence techniques to secure critical services in emerging 6G networks against advanced cyber threats.

PhD on Fatigue and Fracture Characterisation of 3D-woven Textile Composites sponsored by Rolls-Royce
University of Bristol Prof Janice Barton 🎓 Engineering 🎓 Manufacturing Engineering Deadline: 17 Apr 2026

PhD on Fatigue and Fracture Characterisation of 3D-woven Textile Composites sponsored by Rolls-Royce. Research focuses on understanding failure behaviour and developing techniques to improve sustainable lightweight stru…

PhD in Advancing Digital Solutions for Sustainable Metals Manufacturing with Innoval and DigitalMetal-CDT
Loughborough University Dr Simon Hogg 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Computer Science Deadline: 31 Mar 2026

A 4-year PhD at Loughborough University with DigitalMetal-CDT and Innoval to evaluate and enhance digital tools for sustainable metals manufacturing, combining modelling, data analytics, and sustainability-focused innov…