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🎓 Robotics PhDs

PhD in Robotics and AI for Construction Safety and Worker Performance
University of Kansas Dr. Amit Ojha 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Civil Engineering

Explore robotics and AI to transform construction safety and worker performance. Develop systems that enable intelligent automation and immersive training, addressing critical safety challenges on construction sites.

This research tackles significant safety risks in the construction industry by leveraging AI and robotics to reduce accidents and improve w…

660+ citations · h14
Construction Robotics Construction Automation Human Robot Collaboration VR/AR Technologies
PhD Position in Intelligent Robotic Manufacturing Systems at University of Guelph
University of Guelph Dr. Sheng Yang 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Mechanical Engineering

Explore intelligent robotic manufacturing systems integrating autonomous manipulation, AI, and digital twin technology. Collaborate with industry to produce next-gen smart factory platforms. Develop practical robotic ap…

This research aims to revolutionize manufacturing by creating smart, adaptive robotic systems that enhance productivity, flexibility, and s…

Additive Manufacturing Sustainable Manufacturing Digital Twin Industry AI
AI and Robotics for Digital Twins in Civil Infrastructure
University of Alabama 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Civil Engineering Deadline: 01 Jun 2026

Explore the frontier of AI and robotics applied to civil infrastructure diagnostics and retrofitting using digital twin technology. Develop autonomous systems and simulation analytics to improve infrastructure resilienc…

This research addresses critical infrastructure challenges posed by urbanization and climate change through innovative AI and robotics solu…

Artificial Intelligence Robotics Digital Twins Civil Infrastructure
Multi-arm and Constrained Manipulation in Robotics
The University of Manchester Dr Murilo Marinho 🎓 Robotics

Explore how to safely control multiple robotic arms performing dexterous manipulation in constrained and changing environments. Develop and integrate model-based and data-driven methods to enhance robot adaptability and…

This research addresses critical safety challenges in robotic manipulation within constrained and dynamic environments such as surgical or …

877+ citations · h17
Robotics Human-Robot Interaction Surgical Robots
Foundation-model-guided world models and predictive control for autonomous remote handling in extreme environments
University of Sheffield Prof Amir Ghalamzan 🎓 Engineering 🎓 Mechatronics

Explore autonomous robotic manipulation using foundation models to improve decision-making under uncertainty. Engage with cutting-edge predictive control and world model methods for hazardous, unstructured environments.

This research advances autonomous robotic capabilities for safe and robust operation in extreme environments like fusion and nuclear plants…

1342+ citations · h22
Robotics Robotic Manipulation data-driven control foundational models
Model-Based Glycaemic Control for Gestational Diabetes Patients
Monash University Dr Alpha Agape Gopalai, Assoc Prof Chiew Yeong Shiong, Assoc Prof Ooi Ean Hin, Dr Lim Sing Sheng 🎓 Biomedical Engineering 🎓 Electronic Engineering Deadline: 29 Apr 2026

PhD at Monash University Malaysia focused on developing personalised glycaemic control systems for gestational diabetes using computational modelling and real-time data.

Improving Defect Detection Reliability in Ultrasonic Testing through Artificial Intelligence
University of Strathclyde Dr Ehsan Mohseni, Dr Randika Vithanage 🎓 Acoustics 🎓 Applied Mathematics

This PhD project addresses the challenge of data interpretation in Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) by investigating how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) can improve the reliability and consi…

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.

Mitigating Synthesisability Loss in 3D Generative Models
University of Liverpool Dr Anthony Bradley, Dr Gabriella Pizzuto, Dr John Ward 🎓 Artificial Intelligence 🎓 Computational Chemistry Deadline: 30 Jun 2026

This PhD will combine 3D generative modelling, structural informatics, and chemical insight to tackle a central challenge in modern drug discovery, training researchers at the interface of AI, synthesis, and automation.

Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in ‘Control and Robotics’ in Mechanical Engineering
University of Galway Dr Panpan Zhou 🎓 AI & Embodied Intelligence 🎓 Control Theory Deadline: 15 Jun 2026

A fully funded PhD at the University of Galway on control and robotics, focusing on multi-agent systems, distributed optimization, game-theoretic control, and learning-based embodied intelligence.