Swansea University, Wales, United Kingdom invites online Application for number of Fully Funded PhD Degree at various Departments. We are providing a list of Fully Funded PhD Programs available at Swansea University, Wales, United Kingdom.
Eligible candidate may Apply as soon as possible.
(01) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CIVIL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED SUSPRS PHD SCHOLARSHIP: MODELLING AND ASSESSMENT OF NEARSHORE BREAKER BAR RESPONSE TO INCOMING WAVES (RS614)
Established in 2012/13, the Swansea and Grenoble (UGA) Institutional Strategic Partnership was one of the first major strategic partnerships between a UK and French university. It is a unique, institutional-wide multi-disciplinary collaboration, which includes joint research and publication, student and staff exchange, joint PhDs and joint master’s programmes. Over 30 Joint Doctoral Degrees have been developed through the strategic partnership to date, across diverse subject areas, including medicine, engineering and law. Candidates spend 50% of their time in both Swansea and Grenoble and are jointly supervised by academic staff from both universities. Successful candidates receive a double degree from the Université Grenoble Alpes and Swansea University.
Sand bars are a prominent feature of nearshore zone in coastal seas. They can cause coastal flooding and erosion when the trough is close to the coastline, can induce navigation and bathing hazards and contribute to hazardous rip current generation. Nearshore bars are dynamic features that strongly linked to wave breaking and associated sediment transport phenomenon. They evolve and migrate at a range of timescales, which makes them a key contributor medium to long term morphodynamic evolution of coastlines. Understanding the evolution of nearshore bars and the ability to accurately simulate bar dynamics is a key requirement of nearshore morphodynamic predictions. Although physical process dynamics involving the evolution of nearshore bars have been significantly improved during the last decade, knowledge gaps still remain. Numerical modelling can be used to fill those gaps however, the current coastal hydro-morphodynamic models are not capable of capturing bar dynamics accurately as a result of lack of accurate wave breaking and sediment transport formulations in them. This project will improve and validate the bar simulation capability of a globally used numerical coastal morphodynamic modelling system by introducing new wave breaking and sediment transport formulations. The primary aim of the project is to investigate bar dynamics and their impacts on short- to medium-term coastal morphodynamic change using the numerical model, thus providing scientific evidence for sustainable coastal management.
Deadline : 5 June 2024
(02) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: ELECTRONIC & ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED SUSPRS PHD SCHOLARSHIP: CUBIC SILICON CARBIDE (3C-SIC) TRANSISTOR STRUCTURES FOR HIGH-EFFICIENCY POWER ELECTRONICS (RS628)
This PhD studentship is an opportunity to contribute to a pioneering research project on cubic silicon carbide (3C-SiC) power electronic transistors. This project is a culmination of extensive research efforts by our dedicated team at Grenoble and Swansea, who have made significant strides in the field of wide-bandgap power electronics. The research aims to explore the potential of 3C-SiC, a novel polytype of silicon carbide (SiC), in overcoming the limitations of its hexagonal counterpart (4H-SiC). Unlike other materials, 3C-SiC offers a unique advantage – it can be doped, n- or p-type, over a wide range of resistivity, making it a promising candidate for power electronic applications. The 4H-SiC power electronic transistors suffer from low channel mobility, contact resistance, and poor reliability. The cubic polytype of SiC, 3C-SiC, can overcome these obstacles.
Deadline : 14 June 2024
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(03) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC AND SILVACO PHD SCHOLARSHIP: NEW QUANTUM TRANSMITTING BOUNDARY METHOD CODE FOR TRANSPORT DEVICE SIMULATIONS (RS608)
This postgraduate research studentship is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a novel quantum simulation device technique. This project is a collaborative effort with Silvaco Group, Inc., a leading global company specializing in EDA and TCAD software. The primary objective of this scholarship is to devise a quantum simulation technique capable of solving Schrödinger and Poisson equations in open systems, such as semiconductor devices, in a self-consistent manner. This will be achieved through the application of the Quantum Transmitting Boundary Method (QTBM). The silicon nanowire transistor will serve as the test device for this project. The ultimate goal is to develop a 3D QTBM code with dissipative scattering, which will be instrumental in predicting the performance of multi-gate nanoscale transistors. These include FinFETs, nanowire, and nanosheet FETs, which are pivotal for future sub-3 nm technology nodes. The approach will also be tested for the inclusion of electron-photon scattering and applied to the simulation of optoelectronic devices such as quantum well LEDs and photodetectors. This studentship presents a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of quantum simulation technology and contribute to the future of semiconductor devices.
Deadline : 19 June 2024
(04) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CIVIL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC AND TWI PHD SCHOLARSHIP: AI-DRIVEN INVESTIGATION INTO PREDICTIVE NON-DESTRUCTIVE EVALUATION (RS609)
Non-destructive testing (NDT) is a testing and analysis technique used by industry to evaluate the properties of a material, component, structure or system for characteristic differences or welding defects and discontinuities without causing damage to the original part. Among various NDT approaches, Ultrasound Testing (UT) and X-ray Computed Tomography (XCT) are the main focus of this project.
Both UT and XCT techniques can produce large 3D datasets that can be challenging to interrogate for human experts to fully analyse. Small defects or anomalies may be missed when manually examining through the acquired volumetric data. Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a promising solution to automate and enhance defect detection in these complex structural data. The aim of this study is to improve diagnostic accuracy through development an AI system that can perform rapid processing of large 3D data volumes, and identify defects that are difficult to discern with the naked eye and provide a second opinion with a level of certainty to assist human experts.
Deadline : 31 July 2024
(05) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC ICASE AND NSG PILKINGTON PHD SCHOLARSHIP: ADVANCED OPTOELECTRONIC & MICROELECTRONIC GLASS (RS617)
This studentship will also be part of an exciting new Doctoral Training Initiative called UK Semiconductor Industry Future Skills or UK-SIFS for short. UK-SIFS will create a vibrant, multi-disciplinary cohort experience for all our students and provide highly practical training of substantial value to those interested in careers in the semiconductor and related sectors such as optoelectronics and clean energy. You will also have a chance to work with a large range of industrial partners such as NSG Pilkington, who will not only deliver training content but also co-supervise research and host secondments. We would particularly welcome appropriately qualified applicants with experience from other industry sectors looking to embark on a new career journey in semiconductors. If you want to undertake cutting edge research in world class facilities closely linked to the rapidly expanding UK semiconductor, glass and optoelectronics sectors, then UK-SIFS is your opportunity.
Deadline : 27 May 2024
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(06) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC ICASE AND TATA STEEL PHD SCHOLARSHIP: CIRCULAR ECONOMY OF INSULATION FOAMS (RS626)
Tata Steel’s Building Systems UK (BSUK) business manufactures a range of insulating sandwich panel products for building façades. With a design life of 25 years, these products offer an outstanding combination of light weight, low thermal conductivity and high fire resistance performance characteristics over an extended period. However, there is a growing need to ensure complete product circularity and this project will explore a number of innovative end-of-life recycling options.
This iCASE PhD will focus on three key aspects of insulation foams. First, a detailed characterisation of aged panels (from accelerated testing or field exposure) will be used to develop better understanding of breakdown mechanisms. This will be used to design and test mitigation technologies that will extend panel lifetimes beyond the current 25 years. The research will involve microscopy and/or spectroscopic analysis to identify any leached by-products alongside detailed thermochemical analysis to compare with baseline data from pristine samples.
Deadline : 3 June 2024
(07) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED SWANSEA UNIVERSITY AND DŴR CYMRU WELSH WATER PHD SCHOLARSHIP: PER- AND POLY-FLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES (PFAS) REMOVAL IN WATER (RS619)
The occurrence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in biosolids of wastewater treatment plants is becoming a serious issue since these substances are persistent in the environment and are carcinogenic to humans. As regulation is evolving to limit their levels in drinking water, wastewater and sludge, effective treatment technologies are required to reduce or remove PFAS in contaminated liquid and wastewater sludge matrices. This PhD programme will evaluate the destruction of PFAS using catalytic hydrothermal and advanced oxidation processes mainly focused on biosolids. The project will, in collaboration with Welsh Water and other water companies, determine the relevant PFAS substances to study and optimise the treatment process to reduce or fully remove PFAS and other relevant emerging contaminants in biosolids. The PhD student will benefit from a well-established research discipline at Swansea University and through collaboration with industry will develop a unique opportunity for training in new techniques and networking.
Deadline : 3 June 2024
(08) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: MATERIALS ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED SWANSEA UNIVERSITY AND UKOPA PHD SCHOLARSHIP: FATIGUE PERFORMANCE OF DENTED PIPES (RS620)
UKOPA (the United Kingdom Onshore Pipeline Operators’ Association) members operate a network of more than 27,000 km onshore pipeline. UKOPA is the authoritative industry body behind this essential part of energy infrastructure. Pipelines provide the safest and most energy efficient means of transporting a range of hazardous fluids, and pipeline operators are constantly working to improve safety and protect the environment. Since UKOPA was established in 1996, it has brought operators together and helped them engage more effectively with each other, as well as with regulators and other key stakeholders. As the UK prepares for the energy transition a number of these legacy pipelines may be converted to Hydrogen service or to CO2 pipelines. As such, it is vitally important that they remain available for use.
The pipelines that form the network date from many different periods, with significant amounts constructed pre-1970’s. As such, these are now ageing assets so it is vital to ensure they remain safe to operate. To do this we need to understand fully the mechanical properties of the pipelines. Due to the age of the network, a lot of the older pipeline sections will have been constructed to less stringent standards/procedures than in place today, and will have had less Inspection & Testing during construction.
Deadline : 17 June 2024
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(09) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CHEMISTRY: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC AND SWANSEA PHD SCHOLARSHIP: PATCHY SWEET BULLETS AGAINST BACTERIA (RS627)
A significant phenotypic heterogeneity exists within the clonal bacterial population for adhesion to different surfaces. Bacteria even lacking adhesive lectins can bind to cells and cause infections. The objective of this studentship is focused on engineering heterogeneous glycosystems with patchy attributes to simultaneously target varied bacterial populations with high selectivity index.
The candidate will employ an exciting interdisciplinary approach, commencing with polymer and glycochemistry to engineer patchy glycosystems. These systems will be thoroughly characterized in our modern University laboratory using SEM, AFM, and TEM. The efficacy of these materials will be assessed against different bacterial strains in the Institute of Life Sciences at Swansea University. A comprehensive training programme will be provided by an interdisciplinary supervisory team’s expertise in chemistry (Dr Bhatia), natural products (Dr Loveridge), and microbiology (Professor Wilkinson).
Deadline : 19 June 2024
(10) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: SPORTS SCIENCE: TUITION FEE ONLY TORFAEN COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL MSC BY RESEARCH: CHALLENGING STEREOTYPES AND BARRIERS TO PARTICIPATION TO GET MORE WOMEN, MORE ACTIVE (RS602)
This MSc project presents a unique opportunity for an individual to be embedded within a Local Authority (LA) to evaluate their #ifyougoigo initiative. The candidate will work closely with practitioners and service providers at Torfaen County Borough Council, researchers at the Welsh Institute of Physical Activity, Health and Sport (WIPAHS; a pan-Wales collaboration between each of the eight Welsh Higher Education Institutes and Sport Wales), and women attending the #ifyougoigo sessions, to conduct an in-depth evaluation of the programme.
The #ifyougoigo initiative aims to get more women, more active, more often throughout the Torfaen LA. As part of this initiative, the Sports Development Team work in partnership with Torfaen Leisure Trust to run a physical activity programme for women aged 18-59 years, who have identified at least one physical- or mental- health-related reason they feel limits their engagement in physical activity, exercise and/or sport. The free, 10-week #ifyougoigo initiative allows local women to participate in weekly group exercise sessions and receive personal 1:1 training, mentoring, and nutritional advice targeted towards the long-term adoption of a healthier lifestyle. Women on the programme also access Torfaen Leisure Trust classes and gyms and are supported to connect with local community sports clubs.
The physical and mental health benefits of physical activity are well-established, however, low physical activity levels, particularly in women, persist. Behaviour is often influenced by multiple factors, namely, interactions between an individual’s perceived capability, the opportunities available, and their motivation. #ifyougoigo aims to remove practical barriers and work to change how women feel and think about physical activity, exercise, and sport. Evidence and insight show that women are far more likely to exercise if they have someone to go with them. This principle of peer support/companionship, along with the provision of a person-centred approach, within a socially inclusive professionally-supported environment, is core to the design of the initiative.
Deadline : 19 June 2024
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(11) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: SPORTS SCIENCE: FULLY FUNDED SCOOTFIT AND SWANSEA PHD SCHOLARSHIP: SCOOTING FOR THE STARS: UTILISING SCOOTING AS A NOVEL TOOL FOR BALANCE ENHANCEMENT IN CHILDREN (RS591)
Joint hypermobility effects 34% of youth and presents unique challenges to acquiring fundamental movement skills, a failure master which is associated with poor self-confidence, -esteem and lifelong engagement in physical activity. Currently, scooters are one of the most popular forms of physical activity for children but, for a large proportion of our youth, their hypermobility poses potential issues to engagement but this remains inadequately explored. This project aims to comprehensively assess the influence of hypermobility on balance and performance in children and to co-develop a scooter-based intervention to promote balance and physical activity engagement in youth. Specifically, by collaborating with schools and communities, we’ll develop a multi-component educational, safety and physical activity program specifically tailored to address the needs of children with hypermobility. This research has the potential to significantly improve the health and well-being of children with hypermobility, ensuring they can fully and safely engage in scooting and other physical activities, while simultaneously contributing valuable insights into the use of scooters as a balance-enhancing intervention that could be translated to other movement disorders such as Developmental Coordination Disorder.
Deadline : 26 June 2024
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(12) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC ICASE AND TATA STEEL PHD SCHOLARSHIP: CIRCULAR ECONOMY OF INSULATION FOAMS (RS626)
This iCASE PhD will focus on three key aspects of insulation foams. First, a detailed characterisation of aged panels (from accelerated testing or field exposure) will be used to develop better understanding of breakdown mechanisms. This will be used to design and test mitigation technologies that will extend panel lifetimes beyond the current 25 years. The research will involve microscopy and/or spectroscopic analysis to identify any leached by-products alongside detailed thermochemical analysis to compare with baseline data from pristine samples.
Secondly, foam recycling will be explored through combinations of the following potential options: using spent foam in new composite materials (e.g. polymer-polymer, polymer-foam or polymer-inorganic composites), the production of new feedstocks by thermochemical treatment of spent foam and/or the conversion of spent foam into new products (e.g. packaging material). Thirdly, techno-economic analysis of recycling processes will be used to assess and compare viability. Potential scale up of the most promising recycling systems will also be explored.
Deadline : 3 June 2024
(13) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED SWANSEA UNIVERSITY AND DŴR CYMRU WELSH WATER PHD SCHOLARSHIP: PER- AND POLY-FLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES (PFAS) REMOVAL IN WATER (RS619)
The occurrence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in biosolids of wastewater treatment plants is becoming a serious issue since these substances are persistent in the environment and are carcinogenic to humans. As regulation is evolving to limit their levels in drinking water, wastewater and sludge, effective treatment technologies are required to reduce or remove PFAS in contaminated liquid and wastewater sludge matrices. This PhD programme will evaluate the destruction of PFAS using catalytic hydrothermal and advanced oxidation processes mainly focused on biosolids. The project will, in collaboration with Welsh Water and other water companies, determine the relevant PFAS substances to study and optimise the treatment process to reduce or fully remove PFAS and other relevant emerging contaminants in biosolids. The PhD student will benefit from a well-established research discipline at Swansea University and through collaboration with industry will develop a unique opportunity for training in new techniques and networking.
Deadline : 3 June 2024
(14) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: MATERIALS ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED SWANSEA UNIVERSITY AND UKOPA PHD SCHOLARSHIP: FATIGUE PERFORMANCE OF DENTED PIPES (RS620)
UKOPA (the United Kingdom Onshore Pipeline Operators’ Association) members operate a network of more than 27,000 km onshore pipeline. UKOPA is the authoritative industry body behind this essential part of energy infrastructure. Pipelines provide the safest and most energy efficient means of transporting a range of hazardous fluids, and pipeline operators are constantly working to improve safety and protect the environment. Since UKOPA was established in 1996, it has brought operators together and helped them engage more effectively with each other, as well as with regulators and other key stakeholders. As the UK prepares for the energy transition a number of these legacy pipelines may be converted to Hydrogen service or to CO2 pipelines. As such, it is vitally important that they remain available for use.
The pipelines that form the network date from many different periods, with significant amounts constructed pre-1970’s. As such, these are now ageing assets so it is vital to ensure they remain safe to operate. To do this we need to understand fully the mechanical properties of the pipelines. Due to the age of the network, a lot of the older pipeline sections will have been constructed to less stringent standards/procedures than in place today, and will have had less Inspection & Testing during construction.
Deadline : 17 June 2024
(15) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CHEMISTRY: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC AND SWANSEA PHD SCHOLARSHIP: PATCHY SWEET BULLETS AGAINST BACTERIA (RS627)
A significant phenotypic heterogeneity exists within the clonal bacterial population for adhesion to different surfaces. Bacteria even lacking adhesive lectins can bind to cells and cause infections. The objective of this studentship is focused on engineering heterogeneous glycosystems with patchy attributes to simultaneously target varied bacterial populations with high selectivity index.
The candidate will employ an exciting interdisciplinary approach, commencing with polymer and glycochemistry to engineer patchy glycosystems. These systems will be thoroughly characterized in our modern University laboratory using SEM, AFM, and TEM. The efficacy of these materials will be assessed against different bacterial strains in the Institute of Life Sciences at Swansea University. A comprehensive training programme will be provided by an interdisciplinary supervisory team’s expertise in chemistry (Dr Bhatia), natural products (Dr Loveridge), and microbiology (Professor Wilkinson).
Deadline : 19 June 2024
(16) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: SPORTS SCIENCE: TUITION FEE ONLY TORFAEN COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL MSC BY RESEARCH: CHALLENGING STEREOTYPES AND BARRIERS TO PARTICIPATION TO GET MORE WOMEN, MORE ACTIVE (RS602)
This MSc project presents a unique opportunity for an individual to be embedded within a Local Authority (LA) to evaluate their #ifyougoigo initiative. The candidate will work closely with practitioners and service providers at Torfaen County Borough Council, researchers at the Welsh Institute of Physical Activity, Health and Sport (WIPAHS; a pan-Wales collaboration between each of the eight Welsh Higher Education Institutes and Sport Wales), and women attending the #ifyougoigo sessions, to conduct an in-depth evaluation of the programme.
The #ifyougoigo initiative aims to get more women, more active, more often throughout the Torfaen LA. As part of this initiative, the Sports Development Team work in partnership with Torfaen Leisure Trust to run a physical activity programme for women aged 18-59 years, who have identified at least one physical- or mental- health-related reason they feel limits their engagement in physical activity, exercise and/or sport. The free, 10-week #ifyougoigo initiative allows local women to participate in weekly group exercise sessions and receive personal 1:1 training, mentoring, and nutritional advice targeted towards the long-term adoption of a healthier lifestyle. Women on the programme also access Torfaen Leisure Trust classes and gyms and are supported to connect with local community sports clubs.
Deadline : 19 June 2024
(17) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: SPORTS SCIENCE: FULLY FUNDED SCOOTFIT AND SWANSEA PHD SCHOLARSHIP: SCOOTING FOR THE STARS: UTILISING SCOOTING AS A NOVEL TOOL FOR BALANCE ENHANCEMENT IN CHILDREN (RS591)
Joint hypermobility effects 34% of youth and presents unique challenges to acquiring fundamental movement skills, a failure master which is associated with poor self-confidence, -esteem and lifelong engagement in physical activity. Currently, scooters are one of the most popular forms of physical activity for children but, for a large proportion of our youth, their hypermobility poses potential issues to engagement but this remains inadequately explored. This project aims to comprehensively assess the influence of hypermobility on balance and performance in children and to co-develop a scooter-based intervention to promote balance and physical activity engagement in youth. Specifically, by collaborating with schools and communities, we’ll develop a multi-component educational, safety and physical activity program specifically tailored to address the needs of children with hypermobility. This research has the potential to significantly improve the health and well-being of children with hypermobility, ensuring they can fully and safely engage in scooting and other physical activities, while simultaneously contributing valuable insights into the use of scooters as a balance-enhancing intervention that could be translated to other movement disorders such as Developmental Coordination Disorder.
Deadline : 26 June 2024
(18) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: MATHEMATICS: FULLY FUNDED SUSPRS PHD SCHOLARSHIP: MATHEMATICAL AND COMPUTATIONAL APPROACHES TO EXPLORE THE RECIPROCAL INTERACTION BETWEEN CELL METABOLISM (RS623)
The objective of our project is to better understand the reciprocal relationship between the cell metabolism and the irradiation. To that end we will develop a multi-scale, multi-physics computational model, based on experimental in vitro results recently obtained by our collaborator at the IJCLab. The aim is first to obtain a model able to interpret and explain our experimental results. Then the model will be analysed both mathematically and numerically to identify the key parameters of the metabolism-irradiation interactions. The model will be used to predict the in vitro tumour evolution under treatment. We will then seek to identify the metabolic pathways to be specifically targeted to optimize the therapy and to optimize the radiation parameters including scheduling and dosage.
Deadline : 5 June 2024
(19) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: COMPUTER SCIENCE: FULLY FUNDED SIEMENS MOBILITY AND UKRI PHD SCHOLARSHIP: GEOGRAPHIC TEST DATA GENERATION IN THE RAILWAY DOMAIN (RS624)
Modern Railway Systems operate from accurate geographical maps called scheme plans. They contain the topology of the tracks, positions of signalling equipment, and conceptual constructs such as train routes, and may have thousands of elements. Due to the large quantity of possible data permutations, manual testing of the scheme plan data preparation system is a laborious process. To avoid that we aim at an alternative approach, via the automated generation of test data. These will be constructed following the European Train Control System(ETCS) standards involving significant domain knowledge to interpret the requirements. Coverage metrics will be added to understand how well a set of test data exercises the requirements.
There are various approaches to solve this problem: 1) Via SMT solving or Constraint Solving, or 2) via AI/Optimization. [SMT solvers/constraint solvers are state-of-the-art Symbolic AI tools for verifying computer programs and are applied in Industry as part of quality assurance processes. The use of optimization techniques is an alternative and also quite promising in this context.]
Deadline : 6 June 2024
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(20) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: COMPUTER SCIENCE: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC DTP PHD SCHOLARSHIP: REAL-TIME SPOKEN LANGUAGE UNDERSTANDING FOR SOCIAL CARE ROBOTS (RS607)
This PhD project will investigate and build spoken language understanding (SLU) models from data for a social care robot simulation, to react quickly and effectively to instructions in a home environment. The models built will respond to instructions like “please put the remote control on the table” and follow-up repairs like “no, the left-hand table” when the speaker realizes the robot has made a mistake, in real time and without delay.
To build these SLU algorithms, the project will involve collecting data with pairs of human participants in a Virtual Reality environment. The models built will aim to give the most accurate user intention word-by-word, but also a continuous measure of confidence corresponding to human reaction times. The models will be tested both in the simulation environment and real-world equivalent robots.
The successful candidate will join the new Intelligent Robotics group in the Computer Science Department in the Computational Foundry in the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Swansea University, in addition to interfacing with the established Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) FIT lab. The candidate will be working alongside other researchers on the FLUIDITY project on human-robot interaction, and those working on other real-world applications.
Deadline : 12 June 2024
(21) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: COMPUTER SCIENCE: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC DTP PHD SCHOLARSHIP: ROBOTIC THIRD ARM FOR HARVESTING ASSISTANCE (RS625)
Swansea University, an internationally recognised academic institution with strong commitments to research and technological innovation, seeks applications for a PhD scholarship funded position to join our rapidly developing Intelligent Robotics Group at the Computer Science Department, Faculty of Science and Engineering. The development of Intelligent Robotics for real-world applications, cutting across the domains of assisted living and modern agriculture, is one of our research group’s goals. Tentacle project is a fascinating initiative that aims to develop a sophisticated robotic arm capable of assisting harvesting tasks. Through computer vision, the Tentacle arm will be able to recognize if a product (such as a fruit or a vegetable) is ready for picking and assist the picking task. The Tentacle arm and the human-picker are supposed to cooperate, with the arm assisting the picking process while the human-picker carries the arm throughout the plantation. By leveraging the unique capabilities of both robots and humans, this collaborative approach aims to optimize the harvesting process, minimize losses resulting from premature harvesting, and expedite the overall picking process. Join us and participate in this exciting project. At Swansea University you will do more than just research; at Swansea University you will positively be impacting people’s lives and the environment.
Deadline : 31 July 2024
(22) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC ICASE AND TATA STEEL PHD SCHOLARSHIP: DEVELOPMENT OF BIOMIMETIC INSULATION FOAMS (RS616)
Tata Steel BSUK’s current sandwich panel insulation products offer an outstanding combination of light weight, low thermal conductivity and high fire resistance performance characteristics. However, the polyisocyanurate (PIR) rigid foam core that offers so many in-use benefits is currently made using chemicals derived largely from fossil fuels. Particularly problematic is the isocyanate component that makes up approximately 50% of the formulation but which is entirely fossil fuel-based. Hence, this project seeks to develop an alternative PIR foam that at least matches all the existing in-use performance characteristics of PIR foam but which is manufactured using either a bio-based isocyanate or is generated entirely without the use of an isocyanate.
In seeking to develop a foam formulation containing a bio-based isocyanate, there will be a strong emphasis on generating the material from a biomass source that is cheap, readily available and relatively easy to make. Compatibility with the polyol component of the formulation is vital to foam quality and consistency and is an important aspect of the experimental work. The scaling potential of the biomass conversion process will also be considered and, if required, methods to improve the speed etc will be investigated.
A few laboratory-scale examples of non-isocyanate polyurethane foam systems have been demonstrated in the literature and will form the starting point for the current work. This appears to be a relatively new field and offers great development scope but vital to a successful outcome will be the suitability of the kinetics to a foaming reaction. This unknown will be studied and, if necessary, methodologies will be developed to ensure compatibility.
Deadline : 27 May 2024
(23) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC ICASE AND SIEMENS PHD SCHOLARSHIP: GALLIUM NITRIDE HIGH VOLTAGE POWER MANAGEMENT (RS615)
The project will work alongside a leading industrial partner (Siemens), which brings together a number of world leaders in power electronics and energy conversion to develop solutions for Industrial motor drives as a primary application as well renewable energy as a secondary application. The purpose is to improve the UKs energy infrastructure in applications such as manufacturing, warehousing, utilities supply, food & beverage processing and many others as we move into a low carbon economy. A paradigm shift in technology will be required in order to cope effectively with an ever-increasing amount of renewable energy being brought online. It is envisaged that other forms of renewable energy, e.g. tidal, solar could also play a role alongside traditional coal fired power stations and nuclear energy generation. Revolutionary changes to power conversion is indispensable if these carbon emissions targets are to be met. The objective is to enable a step change in power density, energy efficiency, sustainability in transmission and distribution through novel power electronics solutions and products based on new materials. At the heart of such systems are power semiconductor devices.
Deadline : 27 May 2024
(24) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC ICASE AND NSG PILKINGTON PHD SCHOLARSHIP: ADVANCED OPTOELECTRONIC & MICROELECTRONIC GLASS (RS617)
Advanced glass technology with added electronic functionality is increasingly prevalent in areas such as smart displays (think about the touch screen on a smart phone or tablet), IOT sensing and next generation healthcare devices. In addition, the use of glass substrates in advanced semiconductor devices is a huge new opportunity. This project focuses up these opportunities, and will entail early-stage concept investigations of the integration of transparent / semi-transparent optoelectronics and electronic circuitry on glass with advanced semiconductor functional elements. This PhD project will be undertaken in close collaboration with (and is sponsored by) a multinational glass and coatings company and will be undertaken within the new Centre for Integrative Semiconductor Materials (CISM) – Swansea University’s flagship new £55M facility for advanced semiconductor research and development.
This studentship will also be part of an exciting new Doctoral Training Initiative called UK Semiconductor Industry Future Skills or UK-SIFS for short. UK-SIFS will create a vibrant, multi-disciplinary cohort experience for all our students and provide highly practical training of substantial value to those interested in careers in the semiconductor and related sectors such as optoelectronics and clean energy. You will also have a chance to work with a large range of industrial partners such as NSG Pilkington, who will not only deliver training content but also co-supervise research and host secondments. We would particularly welcome appropriately qualified applicants with experience from other industry sectors looking to embark on a new career journey in semiconductors. If you want to undertake cutting edge research in world class facilities closely linked to the rapidly expanding UK semiconductor, glass and optoelectronics sectors, then UK-SIFS is your opportunity.
Deadline : 27 May 2024
(25) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED EPSRC ICASE AND TATA STEEL PHD SCHOLARSHIP: CIRCULAR ECONOMY OF INSULATION FOAMS (RS626)
Tata Steel’s Building Systems UK (BSUK) business manufactures a range of insulating sandwich panel products for building façades. With a design life of 25 years, these products offer an outstanding combination of light weight, low thermal conductivity and high fire resistance performance characteristics over an extended period. However, there is a growing need to ensure complete product circularity and this project will explore a number of innovative end-of-life recycling options.
This iCASE PhD will focus on three key aspects of insulation foams. First, a detailed characterisation of aged panels (from accelerated testing or field exposure) will be used to develop better understanding of breakdown mechanisms. This will be used to design and test mitigation technologies that will extend panel lifetimes beyond the current 25 years. The research will involve microscopy and/or spectroscopic analysis to identify any leached by-products alongside detailed thermochemical analysis to compare with baseline data from pristine samples.
Secondly, foam recycling will be explored through combinations of the following potential options: using spent foam in new composite materials (e.g. polymer-polymer, polymer-foam or polymer-inorganic composites), the production of new feedstocks by thermochemical treatment of spent foam and/or the conversion of spent foam into new products (e.g. packaging material). Thirdly, techno-economic analysis of recycling processes will be used to assess and compare viability. Potential scale up of the most promising recycling systems will also be explored.
Deadline : 3 June 2024
(26) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED SWANSEA UNIVERSITY AND DŴR CYMRU WELSH WATER PHD SCHOLARSHIP: PER- AND POLY-FLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES (PFAS) REMOVAL IN WATER (RS619)
The occurrence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in biosolids of wastewater treatment plants is becoming a serious issue since these substances are persistent in the environment and are carcinogenic to humans. As regulation is evolving to limit their levels in drinking water, wastewater and sludge, effective treatment technologies are required to reduce or remove PFAS in contaminated liquid and wastewater sludge matrices. This PhD programme will evaluate the destruction of PFAS using catalytic hydrothermal and advanced oxidation processes mainly focused on biosolids. The project will, in collaboration with Welsh Water and other water companies, determine the relevant PFAS substances to study and optimise the treatment process to reduce or fully remove PFAS and other relevant emerging contaminants in biosolids. The PhD student will benefit from a well-established research discipline at Swansea University and through collaboration with industry will develop a unique opportunity for training in new techniques and networking.
Deadline : 3 June 2024
(27) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (DBA): TUITION FEES ONLY WELSH GOVERNMENT PART-TIME DBA SCHOLARSHIPS: VALUE-BASED HEALTH AND CARE ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIP (RS597)
As a result of a change in funding allocation, we are able to offer a limited number of full-fee scholarships available specifically for those researching projects in the field of Value-Based Health and Care.
The Swansea School of Management DBA is a part-time professional doctorate designed for senior managers and leaders in all sectors; private, public and not-for-profit.
On this programme, learners engage in applied research, bringing established and cutting-edge theory to bear on their practical organisational issues. You will develop and enrich practice in your field, as well as contributing to our understanding of the underpinning theoretical base for the work.
The structured approach offered by the Swansea DBA is based on six modules over three years, blending lectures, guest talks, workshop discussions and student presentations. The doctoral thesis is developed in parallel under guidance from a doctoral supervisory team allocated at the start of the programme.
The Swansea School of Management DBA is designed to develop critical thinkers and practitioners who will reflect on their impact on their organisations and society more generally.
Deadline : 3 June 2024
(28) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: CIVIL ENGINEERING: FULLY FUNDED SUSPRS PHD SCHOLARSHIP: MODELLING AND ASSESSMENT OF NEARSHORE BREAKER BAR RESPONSE TO INCOMING WAVES (RS614)
Established in 2012/13, the Swansea and Grenoble (UGA) Institutional Strategic Partnership was one of the first major strategic partnerships between a UK and French university. It is a unique, institutional-wide multi-disciplinary collaboration, which includes joint research and publication, student and staff exchange, joint PhDs and joint master’s programmes. Over 30 Joint Doctoral Degrees have been developed through the strategic partnership to date, across diverse subject areas, including medicine, engineering and law. Candidates spend 50% of their time in both Swansea and Grenoble and are jointly supervised by academic staff from both universities. Successful candidates receive a double degree from the Université Grenoble Alpes and Swansea University.
Sand bars are a prominent feature of nearshore zone in coastal seas. They can cause coastal flooding and erosion when the trough is close to the coastline, can induce navigation and bathing hazards and contribute to hazardous rip current generation. Nearshore bars are dynamic features that strongly linked to wave breaking and associated sediment transport phenomenon. They evolve and migrate at a range of timescales, which makes them a key contributor medium to long term morphodynamic evolution of coastlines. Understanding the evolution of nearshore bars and the ability to accurately simulate bar dynamics is a key requirement of nearshore morphodynamic predictions. Although physical process dynamics involving the evolution of nearshore bars have been significantly improved during the last decade, knowledge gaps still remain. Numerical modelling can be used to fill those gaps however, the current coastal hydro-morphodynamic models are not capable of capturing bar dynamics accurately as a result of lack of accurate wave breaking and sediment transport formulations in them. This project will improve and validate the bar simulation capability of a globally used numerical coastal morphodynamic modelling system by introducing new wave breaking and sediment transport formulations. The primary aim of the project is to investigate bar dynamics and their impacts on short- to medium-term coastal morphodynamic change using the numerical model, thus providing scientific evidence for sustainable coastal management.
Deadline : 5 June 2024
(29) PhD Degree – Fully Funded
PhD position summary/title: MATHEMATICS: FULLY FUNDED SUSPRS PHD SCHOLARSHIP: MATHEMATICAL AND COMPUTATIONAL APPROACHES TO EXPLORE THE RECIPROCAL INTERACTION BETWEEN CELL METABOLISM (RS623)
The objective of our project is to better understand the reciprocal relationship between the cell metabolism and the irradiation. To that end we will develop a multi-scale, multi-physics computational model, based on experimental in vitro results recently obtained by our collaborator at the IJCLab. The aim is first to obtain a model able to interpret and explain our experimental results. Then the model will be analysed both mathematically and numerically to identify the key parameters of the metabolism-irradiation interactions. The model will be used to predict the in vitro tumour evolution under treatment. We will then seek to identify the metabolic pathways to be specifically targeted to optimize the therapy and to optimize the radiation parameters including scheduling and dosage.
Deadline : 5 June 2024
About Swansea University, Wales, United Kingdom –Official Website
Swansea University (Welsh: Prifysgol Abertawe) is a public research university located in Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom. It was chartered as University College of Swansea in 1920, as the fourth college of the University of Wales. In 1996, it changed its name to the University of Wales Swansea following structural changes within the University of Wales. The title of Swansea University was formally adopted on 1 September 2007 when the University of Wales became a non-membership confederal institution and the former members became universities in their own right.
Swansea University has three faculties across its two campuses which are located on the coastline of Swansea Bay. The Singleton Park Campus is set in the grounds of Singleton Park to the west of Swansea city centre. The £450 million Bay Campus, which opened in September 2015, is located next to Jersey Marine Beach to the east of Swansea in the Neath Port Talbot area. The annual income of the institution for 2021–22 was £369.9 million of which £69.2 million was from research grants and contracts, with an expenditure of £446.3 million.
It is the third largest university in Wales in terms of number of students. It offers about 450 undergraduate courses, 280 postgraduate taught and 150 postgraduate research courses to 20,375 undergraduate and postgraduate students.
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