Funded PhD Studentship in Energy-Efficient, Anti-Bacterial Coatings for Electric Car Air Conditioning, UK

Funded PhD Studentship in Energy-Efficient, Anti-Bacterial Coatings for Electric Car Air Conditioning, UK

Provider: University College London (UCL)
Department: Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Program: PhD Studentship
Award Amount: Fully funded (£21,237/year stipend plus additional contributions)
Application Deadline: Open year-round
Course Level: PhD
Study Mode: In-person
Number of Awards: One
Access Mode: Online application

Brief Description

The University College London (UCL) offers a fully funded PhD studentship in Energy-Efficient, Anti-Bacterial Coatings for Electric Car Air Conditioning. In collaboration with Jaguar Land Rover, this research opportunity is designed to explore multifunctional nanosurfaces for next-generation automotive air conditioning systems. Candidates with a strong engineering, chemistry, or physics background are encouraged to apply.

Host Institution

• University College London (UCL) – Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Field(s) of Study

• Energy-Efficient, Anti-Bacterial Coatings for Electric Car Air Conditioning

Target Group

• Open to students of all nationalities

Scholarship Value/Duration

• Stipend: £21,237 per year (adjusted for inflation)
• Funding: Includes travel and consumables allowance
• Duration: Duration of the PhD program

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the PhD studentship, applicants must:

• Hold or expect to achieve a degree in Electronic Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrate expertise or interest in materials engineering, nanotechnology, or device physics.
• Know materials characterization, nano-bio interfaces, and data analysis.
• Meet the entry requirements for the UCL PhD program in Electronic and Electrical Engineering (MPhil/PhD).

Application Instructions

1. Prepare Your Application:
   • Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and have all required documents.
   • Informal inquiries can be made to Prof Ioannis Papakonstantinou at i.papakonstantinou@ucl.ac.uk.
2. Submit Your Application:
   • Applications must be submitted using the online application form for the UCL postgraduate study.
   • Address your application to Prof Ioannis Papakonstantinou, indicating your interest in the project.
   • Carefully read the funding details and PhD entry requirements before applying, which are available at EPSRC Doctoral Training at UCL.

Benefits

• Stipend: £21,237 per year (adjusted for inflation).
• Funding: Travel and consumables allowance.
• Research Facilities: Access world-class research facilities at UCL and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR).
• Experience: Hands-on industry-relevant experience in automotive technology innovation.

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For more detailed information and to apply, visit the UCL Postgraduate Study Page.

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