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Mechanical Engineering

PGR-RA-167

Expertise of research area
combustion and energy; design sciences; functional surfaces; mechanical engineering; medical engineering; robotics; thermofluids


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Researchers in the School of Mechanical Engineering have a track record of delivering high-quality research to solve real world problems. They have particular expertise in: engineering systems and design, thermofluids, surfaces and interfaces, medical devices and regenerative medicine.

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<p>We have strong links with the <a href="https://fluids.leeds.ac.uk/">Leeds Institute for Fluid Dynamics</a>, <a href="https://robotics.leeds.ac.uk/">Robotics Leeds</a>, and the <a href="https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/">Faculty of Biological Sciences</a>.</p> <h3>Our research:</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering-research-design-robotics-optimisation">Institute of Design, Robotics and Optimisation</a></li> <li><a href="https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering-research-thermofluids/doc/institute-thermofluids">Institute of Thermofluids</a></li> <li><a href="https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering-research-functional-surfaces">Institute of Functional Surfaces</a></li> <li><a href="https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-research-medical-biological-engineering/doc/institute-medical-biological-engineering">Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering</a></li> </ul> <p>We have a range of PhD opportunities for prospective postgraduate researchers&nbsp;and welcome new proposals that match our areas of expertise. You&rsquo;ll join a friendly, supportive and diverse community of postgraduate researchers from all over the world.</p> <h5>Why do your PhD at Leeds?&nbsp;</h5> <p><strong>96% of our research is world-leading (REF 2021)&nbsp;</strong><br /> At Leeds, our research addresses the most prevalent real-world challenges &ndash; providing solutions that have had both a national and global impact.&nbsp;<br /> <strong>Study in an active research environment&nbsp;</strong><br /> Studying your PhD with us means you&rsquo;ll be working in a professional research environment, using UK-leading facilities to bring your project to life &ndash; alongside active researchers who are at the forefront of their area.&nbsp;<br /> <strong>A strong network of support &nbsp;</strong><br /> The Leeds Doctoral College connects our community of researchers and can offer you the guidance, services and opportunities you&rsquo;ll need to get the most out of your PhD.&nbsp;<br /> <strong>Close industry links&nbsp;</strong><br /> Our partnerships and links to companies and academic institutions give you the opportunity to network at industry talks, seminars and conferences, building connections that&#39;ll benefit your next steps after you complete your PhD.&nbsp;<br /> <strong>Professional skills development &nbsp;</strong><br /> We think of the whole picture at Leeds. That&rsquo;s why we offer a range of workshops and courses that&#39;ll enhance your skillset further and transfer into your professional career.&nbsp;<br /> <strong>Personal and wellbeing services&nbsp;</strong><br /> Mental health and wellbeing support are integral to who we are at Leeds and you&rsquo;ll have access to the full range of services we offer to ensure you&rsquo;re feeling your best &ndash; and reaching your potential in your studies.&nbsp;<br /> <strong>Join our global community&nbsp;</strong><br /> We welcome students, researchers, academics, partners and alumni from more than 140 countries, all over the world. This means, as a university, we&rsquo;re bringing together different cultures and perspectives which helps strengthen our research &ndash; and societal impact.</p> <h3>Useful links and further reading:</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering-research-degrees">Research degrees within the School of Mechanical Engineering</a></li> <li><a href="https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/mechanical-engineering-research-innovation">School of Mechanical Engineering, Research and Innovation</a></li> </ul> <h3>Leeds Doctoral College</h3> <p>Our <a href="https://www.leeds.ac.uk/research-leeds-doctoral-college">Doctoral College</a> supports you throughout your postgraduate research journey. It brings together all the support services and opportunities to enhance your research, your development, and your overall experience.</p>

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<p>Formal applications for research degree study should be made online through the <a href="https://www.leeds.ac.uk/research-applying/doc/applying-research-degrees">University&#39;s website</a>.</p>

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<p>For general enquiries and details regarding the application process, please contact the Graduate School Office:</p> <p>e: <a href="http://phd@engineering.leeds.ac.uk">phd@engineering.leeds.ac.uk</a>, t: <a href="tel:+44113 34 35057">+44 (0)113 34 35057</a></p>


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