WATCH THE VIDEO HERE The University of Edinburgh, a public research university, is offering multiple fully funded PhD positions for the academic year 2025, in a wide range of research areas. These opportunities are available for candidates holding a Master’s degree who are interested in pursuing advanced research in fields including robotics, environmental science, artificial intelligence, and more. Applicants can submit their online applications through the University’s portal, which is provided below. According to Fellowship Bard, these fully funded PhD positions offer significant opportunities for those looking to advance their research careers. The application deadlines vary by program, with the first deadlines approaching in late 2024 and early 2025. Below are the details of some key PhD programs currently accepting applications: Application deadline: February 28, 2025 This research will focus on developing machine learning models and algorithms for improving computational sensing systems. The project will explore various methods, including auto-encoders and physics-informed neural networks, to improve sensing accuracy and reduce computational time. Apply here Application deadline: January 16, 2025 This project, as informed, focuses on understanding the interfacial forces and material properties of biomolecular condensates in biological cells. The research will explore topics such as surface tension, viscosity, and elasticity, as well as the biological functions of capillary forces in cellular organization. Candidates interested in this project will work to identify how these forces can be engineered for further applications. Apply here Application deadline: January 31, 2025 This PhD project aims to develop fabrication techniques that integrate sensing technologies directly into soft robotic systems. By combining flexible electronics, advanced materials, and 3D printing, the research will focus on enhancing soft robots’ ability to detect touch, pressure, and deformation. The project seeks to create multifunctional systems for dynamic interaction with their environment. The project seeks to create multifunctional systems for dynamic interaction with their environment. Apply here Application deadline: May 20, 2025 This project will focus on building accelerators using Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) to deliver computer vision tasks through Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs). The research will focus on deploying applications like image dataset generation and image-to-image translation on FPGA-based systems, investigating optimization techniques for real-time, high-throughput systems. Apply here PhD in high-fidelity laser tomography for flow fields Application deadline: December 31, 2024 This position will focus on the development of data assimilation algorithms for reconstructing flow-field images using Laser Absorption Tomography (LAT). The research aims to integrate physics into machine learning models for fluid motion, enabling more accurate and high-fidelity reconstructions of flow fields. Apply here Application deadline: December 31, 2024 This PhD project will develop hardware-accelerated laser absorption spectroscopy for industrial gas measurement. The student will gain experience in both laboratory and industrial conditions, and the project involves collaboration with international researchers and industry partners. Apply here Application deadline: June 22, 2025 This project aims to develop optimized cleaning strategies for water treatment membranes used in Scottish Water treatment plants. The research will explore how to improve cleaning efficiency, particularly under cold water conditions, to enhance membrane performance and sustainability in water treatment. Apply here Application deadline: December 23, 2024 The PhD will involve the development of measurement instrumentation to monitor the variation in structure of fuels during combustion. The research will focus on quantifying fuel temperature and burning rates, and will explore the influence of fuel properties on physical characteristics such as drag force and radiative absorption. Apply here PhD in molecular transport mechanisms through atomistic simulations Application deadline: June 22, 2025 This project will use molecular dynamics simulations to design reverse osmosis membranes with highly selective properties. The focus will be on mechanisms governing the transport of harmful substances, such as boric acid and carcinogenic disinfection by-products, through membranes. The goal is to improve wastewater treatment technologies. Apply here
Scotland university announces fully funded PhD positions for 2025
