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Design and Optimization of Concentrated Photovoltaic-Thermal Systems for Solar Hydrogen Production
Monash University Malaysia Prof. Chong Meng Nan 🎓 Chemical Engineering 🎓 Energy Technologies

Explore the design and simulation of advanced CPVT systems to boost solar hydrogen production efficiency in tropical climates. Investigate thermal energy harvesting and integration strategies to optimize water electroly…

This research will advance green hydrogen production by exploiting both electrical and thermal solar energy, potentially reducing costs and…

14290+ citations · h47
Nanotechnology Photocatalysis Sustainable Technology Critical Resource Managemen
Sports Acoustics: Impact Sound Analysis in Cricket, Golf, Baseball and Tennis
University of Southampton Dr. Giacomo Squicciarini 🎓 Acoustics 🎓 Engineering

Explore how the sounds of ball impacts reveal shot quality in four major sports. Analyze acoustic signals combined with physics models and machine learning to create new performance metrics. Gain experience with Hawk-Ey…

This research unravels the acoustic signatures behind elite athletes' intuitive judgements, providing a scientific basis to a traditionally…

1613+ citations · h23
Noise and vibration railway noise acoustics
Stochastic analysis and modelling of flow boiling
Loughborough University Dr. Huayong Zhao 🎓 Chemical Engineering 🎓 Energy Technologies Deadline: 30 Apr 2026

Develop advanced stochastic models for flow boiling incorporating uncertainty quantification. Work with cutting-edge optical diagnostics to link experimental data and predictive modelling. Explore the interface of therm…

This research addresses key challenges in accurately predicting flow boiling, a crucial heat transfer mechanism for energy systems and elec…

333+ citations · h9
Combustion Optical Diagnostics Multi-phase flow
Sloshing-Induced Permeation of Hydrogen in Composite LH2 Storage Tanks under Aircraft Manoeuvring Loads
Cranfield University Dr. Ammasai Sengodan Ganapathi 🎓 Aerospace Engineering 🎓 Chemical Engineering

Investigate how liquid hydrogen behaves inside composite cryogenic tanks during aircraft manoeuvres. Use experiments and advanced simulations to understand hydrogen permeation and tank safety, aiding development of cert…

This research addresses critical safety concerns in hydrogen storage under dynamic flight conditions, essential for certifying hydrogen as …

202+ citations · h6
Composite Materials and Structures Light weight structural design
Tumour-microplastic interaction and their role in tumour growth kinetics
Monash University Malaysia Dr Ean Hin Ooi 🎓 Biomedical Engineering 🎓 Cancer Biology

Explore how microplastics influence tumour growth by combining laboratory experiments and computational simulations. Investigate their role in altering tumour mechanics to impact cancer progression.

This research uncovers the effects of environmental microplastics in cancer biology, potentially influencing cancer initiation and progress…

2902+ citations · h30
Computational modelling biomedical engineering medical devices
Synergistic Acoustic-Electrostatic-Inertial Separation of Microplastics from Blood
Monash University Malaysia Dr Ajay Achath Mohanan 🎓 Acoustics Engineering 🎓 Biomedical Engineering

Explore novel methods to separate microplastics from blood using acoustics and electrostatic forces. Develop clinically relevant devices leveraging multidisciplinary engineering techniques.

This research addresses a pressing public health concern by advancing methods to remove potentially harmful microplastics from blood, reduc…

154+ citations · h7
Microplastic Separation Surface Acoustic Waves Electrostatic Properties Hydrodynamic Forces
Synergistic acoustic-electrostatic-inertial separation of microplastics from blood: concept and development
Monash University Malaysia Dr Ajay Achath Mohanan 🎓 Biomedical Engineering 🎓 Engineering

Investigate novel separation techniques combining acoustic, electrostatic, and inertial forces to remove microplastics from blood. Develop innovative biomedical devices with potential clinical applications to reduce hea…

This research aims to develop clinically applicable devices to separate microplastics from blood, potentially mitigating associated health …

154+ citations · h7
Microplastics Acoustic Separation Electrostatic Separation Microfluidics
Biosurfactant-Integrated Microbubble Aeration for Oxygen Delivery and Enhanced Biostimulation of Ocimum basilicum L.
Monash University Malaysia Assoc Prof Ee Von Lau, Dr Joash Ban Lee Tan 🎓 Agricultural Technology 🎓 Chemical Engineering Deadline: 31 Dec 2026

Competition funded PhD at Monash University Malaysia focused on improving hydroponic basil growth through microbubble aeration and biosurfactant-enhanced oxygen delivery.

Dynamic Behaviour and Engineering Optimisation of PEM Water Electrolysers under Real-World Conditions with AI Support
Monash University Malaysia Prof Meng Nan Chong, Dr Joshua Zheyan Soo, Dr Chin Vern Yeoh 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Chemical Engineering Deadline: 31 Dec 2026

Funded PhD at Monash University Malaysia focused on PEM water electrolysers, combining engineering and AI to improve hydrogen production under real-world operating conditions.

Reverse Flotation for the Recovery of Spent Lithium Ion Batteries
Monash University Malaysia Assoc Prof Ee Von Lau, Prof Lian Zhang 🎓 Chemical Engineering 🎓 Environmental Chemistry Deadline: 31 Dec 2026

PhD at Monash University Malaysia focused on lithium-ion battery recycling using reverse flotation to recover valuable materials and support sustainable energy systems.

Drone-assisted Connected and Autonomous Vehicles for Enhanced Road Safety and Traffic Efficiency
Coventry University Prof Soufiene Djahel 🎓 Business and Management 🎓 Mechanical Engineering Deadline: 01 May 2026

Fully funded PhD developing AI-driven drone-assisted systems to improve road safety and traffic efficiency.

Pressurised ion transport in nanoporous materials
University of Birmingham Dr Yueting Sun; Prof Zhe Liu 🎓 Computational Chemistry 🎓 Materials Science Deadline: 29 May 2026

Fully funded PhD at the University of Birmingham investigating ion transport in nanoporous materials for energy storage and conversion applications.