Molecular and Topological Modelling of Biopolymer Networks Type Project This fully funded PhD project focuses on developing theoretical and computational models to understand biopolymer networks, essential for sy... Application deadline | Monday 10 February 2025 | Funded
Mapping the nanoscale organisation of cellular proteins across complex topographies Type Project Super-resolution fluorescence microscopy techniques make it possible to visualise nanoscale structures in cells, by going beyond the capabil... Application deadline | Ongoing | Non-funded
Development of Cd-Free Quantum Dot Biosensors Type Project We invite applications for a PhD project focused on the development of quantum dot (QD) biosensors. This experimental project will provide c... Application deadline | Friday 31 January 2025 | Competition funded
Quantum dot Electroluminescent Devices Type Project In this experimental project, we will be exploring the use of quantum dots to make highly efficient light-emitting diodes – or electro... Application deadline | Thursday 1 February 2024 | Non-funded
Structure and control of DNA origami Type Project DNA origami is a burgeoning sub-field of bionanotechnology that uses rational design of short DNA molecules to self-assemble or fold a longe... Application deadline | Ongoing | Competition funded
Real-Time Control and Analysis of Molecular Dynamics Using High-Speed AFM Height Spectroscopy Mapping Type Project Molecules exhibit dynamic behaviours that occur over a wide range of time and length scales, often requiring atomic-level spatial resolution... Application deadline | Monday 20 January 2025 | Funded
Solar at the Nanoscale: High-resolution Mapping of Light-Harvesting Proteins with High-Speed Atomic Force Microscopy Type Project Understanding photosynthesis could provide valuable clues for developing future solar technology and engineering improved food crops. Solar ... Application deadline | Monday 20 January 2025 | Funded
Biomechanical and Biochemical Phenotyping of Cancer Cells Using Deformability Cytometry and Coherent Raman Spectroscopy Type Project We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join our interdisciplinary team focused on advancing cancer research through innovative p... Application deadline | Monday 6 January 2025 | Funded
The role of collagen hierarchical structure and its degradation in periodontitis Type Project One fully funded Frederick E Hopper full-time PhD scholarship is available in the School of Dentistry for a start in October 2025. The schol... Application deadline | Friday 31 January 2025 | Funded
Novel functional nanomaterials synthesised via self-assembly of molecular arrays Type Project This inter-disciplinary project, based across the Schools of Physics and Chemistry at the University of Leeds, aims to exploit the nano stru... Application deadline | Ongoing | Non-funded
Biophotonic nanomaterials: interfacing quantum dots with light-absorbing proteins to improve their efficiency of solar energy harvesting Type Project The global transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources necessitates the development of more advanced technologies for solar ene... Application deadline | Ongoing | Competition funded
Filming photosynthesis: using computer simulations and fluorescence experiments to assess the dynamics of light-harvesting membranes from plants Type Project Understanding the molecular basis of photosynthesis can support the development of improved crops and novel solar nanotechnologies. Plant pr... Application deadline | Ongoing | Competition funded
