Decoherence due to flux noise in superconducting qubits at microkelvin temperatures

Project Description Decoherence in superconducting qubits is one of the main obstacles to realising fault-tolerant quantum computing for real-world applications. Many different physical mechanisms contribute to the decoherence of a qubit; some of which are still poorly understood. One of the main sources of noise and decoherence are material defects which are naturally present in […]

DemoBECCS: The potential and demonstration feasibility of BECCS

Project Description Centre for Energy Resources Engineering (CERE) at DTU Chemistry is seeking a talented PhD student to contribute to this DemoBECCS project. The project aims to tackle bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS), a CCS technology to achieve negative carbon emissions. The storage research in this project will focus on the challenges posed […]

Application of artificial intelligence to multiphysics problems in materials design

Project Description Development, design or assessment of materials with better performance, better durability and lower carbon footprints are among the main current challenges of many engineering disciplines including the construction sector. Experimental or computational modelling approaches have been traditionally used for this purpose. The experimental approaches are often based on trial-and-error methods, which are lengthy, […]

In-situ disposal of cementitious wastes at UK nuclear sites

Project Description This fully funded UK Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) PhD bursary provides an exciting opportunity to pursue postgraduate research relating to waste management during the decommissioning of UK nuclear sites. The successful candidate will develop skills in waste characterisation using methods from geochemistry, environmental mineralogy and radiochemistry, utilising state of the art synchrotron and […]

From Text to Tech: Shaping the Future of Physics-Based Simulations with AI-Driven Generative Models

Project Description In the contemporary industry, multiphysics and molecular dynamics simulations are not just tools – they are the catalysts for breakthrough innovations. They empower engineers and scientists to analyze complex physical phenomena, optimize designs, and predict real-world performance with unprecedented accuracy. From aerospace engineering to groundbreaking drug discovery, the applications are boundless. However, the […]

Capturing vibration to drive chemical change

Project Description The development of efficient and stable catalysts for environmentally sustainable chemistry such as hydrogen production from water remains a challenge. Among the variety of approaches that are being investigated to produce chemicals with net-zero targets, piezocatalysis, is new and hot topic. Piezocatalysis captures vibration that can be used to drive a chemical reaction. […]

Study of the human-vehicle interactions by a high-end dynamic driving simulator

Project Description Vehicle electrification and autonomous driving require extensive testing for human-vehicle interfaces and human acceptance. The reduction of testing time and costs of ADAS and autonomous driving systems is of great importance for the automotive industry. Driving simulators are a viable solution for time to market and costs reduction. However, several issues related to […]

A next-generation genetic technology to identify biotechnologically-valuable enzymes and transporters

Project Description The Synthetic Physiology Laboratory at Flinders University (Adelaide, Australia) is advertising a full-time funded PhD project. The laboratory applies bioengineering/synthetic biology to understand and ultimately treat human disease. Further information about the Synthetic Physiology laboratory can be found on this website: http://www.janovjak-lab.com/ and http://researchnow.flinders.edu.au/en/persons/harald-janovjak. In this project the laboratory aims to develop a next-generation […]

Atomic Layer Deposition of Novel Nanolayer Materials for Solar Cells

Project Description Solar photovoltaics (PV) has emerged as THE breakthrough technology which will underpin the coming clean energy transition and allow us to address the epochal challenge of climate change. Solar PV is now expected to account for more global installed capacity than any other energy source by as early as the end of the […]