22 physic "The University of Leeds" PhD positions

PhD Studentship: Unravelling the role of corrosion products in the localised corrosion of large-scale energy system infrastructure

researcher will become part of the Corrosion and Mineral Scaling Research Team within the Institute of Functional Surfaces (University of Leeds), a vibrant and diverse research group with expertise in

PhD Studentship - Space-based Constraints on UK Ammonia Emissions and Air Quality Impacts

taken up by 1st October 2024. Applicants must live within a reasonable distance of the University of Leeds whilst in receipt of this scholarship. Lead Supervisor’s full name & email address Dr. Wuhu Feng

PhD Studentship: Investigating porosity changes and stress mechanics of corroding nuclear wastes under confined expansion

overall porosity increase and volume expansion have only been observed in unconfined cases, where reaction rates are appreciable. This PhD project will work alongside leading teams within the University

PhD Studentship: An investigation on the tribochemical surface interactions of molten salt reactors

considered. Subject Area Applied Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Synthetic Chemistry, Fluid Mechanics, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Physics

UKRI Guarantee Doctoral Network Student Researcher in Super-resolution Imaging of Living Cells

-set. You will be funded for 3 years and will pursue a doctoral degree during this time. This DR position is based at the University of Leeds and will involve expanding and developing our iSIM (instant

PhD Studentship: Machine Learning Driven Reaction Screening in Continuous Flow

the Schools of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the University of Leeds, will investigate flow chemistry and machine learning approaches for the development of an automated reaction screening platform

PhD Studentship: Modelling of precipitation reactors in the reprocessing of spent nuclear fuel

process and resulting crystal properties. This PhD project builds on our previous studies on the precipitation of Ca and Ce oxalates as simulants. It aims to address challenges associated with

PhD Studentship: Preparing Corroded Magnox Fuel Waste for Long Term Storage: Rheology Mapping of Complex Fluids

.  Encapsulating the sludge for long term storage is a high priority for the industry. To mobilize and process the material it is important to understand its rheological properties and how rheology is modified when

PhD Studentship: Developing a digital twin for validation of packing optimisers used for nuclear decommissioning

, comprising a robotic packing setup and a digital twin (DT), such that packing simulation models can be plugged in to be tested, verified and corrected. The physical twin is a simple setup (consisting of a

PhD Studentship: Probabilistic corrosion analysis for secure long-term geological disposal of nuclear waste in high-chloride environments

natural and engineered barriers for secure storage. Crucial to this process are robust containers manufactured from materials such as stainless or carbon steel, shielded by backfill materials consisting