Current research degree projects
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373 research degree projects
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Photonics and optoelectronics
Graphene-based silicon photonic photodetectors for mid-infrared wavelengths
This project’s aim is to explore the integration of graphene with Silicon Photonic circuits to create fast and sensitive photodetectors for the mid-infrared (mid-IR) region, a key wavelength range for detecting gases and molecules. -
Engineering | Mathematical sciences
Designing smart space structures for extreme environments: from nonlinear dynamics to resilient mechanisms
This PhD will develop AI-based predictive and control methods for nonlinear, regolith-resilient mechanisms in collaboration with ESA, combining structural dynamics, compliant design, and topology optimisation to create lightweight, intelligent space structures for next-generation exploration. -
Photonics and optoelectronics
Developing high performance optical amplifiers for the future of space communications
The space communication environment is like no other, subjecting data-carrying lasers to immense transmission distances, substantial Doppler shifts and, in some cases, a highly turbulent atmosphere. To help overcome these challenges, in this project you will develop advanced optical amplifiers for the exciting era of satellite lasercom on the horizon. -
Photonics and optoelectronics
Engineering Coherence in Metamaterials and Metasurfaces
Systems where coherence establishes spontaneously, such as lasers, Bose-Einstein condensates, superradiant emitters and time crystals, are important for classical and quantum technologies. Photonic metamaterials/metasurfaces are ideal platforms to foster the emergence of coherent phenomena. This project will study how coupling between nanostructures can mediate coherence and enable future photonic devices. -
Photonics and optoelectronics
Building the future of optical fibre communications
Optical fibre networks power all aspects of modern digital life, enabling AI applications and advanced wireless systems. This project explores the evolution of fibre infrastructure, using cutting-edge technologies to experimentally demonstrate emerging capabilities, paving the way for future high-performance networks that meet the demands of an increasingly connected world. -
Photonics and optoelectronics
Fabricating Photonic Lanterns to Mitigate Scintillation in Satellite-borne Optical Communication Signals
Just as starlight falling on the surface of the Earth twinkles when affected by atmospheric turbulence, so too do optical communication signals transmitted from an orbiting satellite to a ground-station. In this project, you will design and fabricate photonic lantern-based turbulence mitigation systems to enable the next-generation of lasercom. -
Electronics and Computer Science
Multimodal Large Language Model for Human-Centered Robots
This project explores the development of a Multimodal Large Language Model that empowers robots to understand and respond to humans through vision, language, and other sensory data. By enabling natural, adaptive, and context-aware communication, the research advances the next generation of intelligent, human-centered robotic systems. -
Photonics and optoelectronics
Surface chemistry and gas reactions in hollow-core optical fibres
Hollow core fibres are transforming applications in communications, sensing, and high-power laser delivery. The aim of this project is to study the fundamental reactions that control the stability and lifetime of these novel fibres which guide light through a gas-filled core instead of solid glass. -
Electronics and Computer Science
Spatiotemporal superconducting metasurfaces for next-generation quantum technologies
The aim of this project is to design and pioneer groundbreaking space-time-modulated superconducting metasurfaces to overcome critical quantum computing limitations. This experimental-theoretical PhD will develop dynamic metasurfaces that enable all-to-all qubit connectivity, significantly enhance coherence, and suppress decoherence in next-generation quantum processors, working at the frontier of quantum technologies, quantum computing and electromagnetic engineering. -
Photonics and optoelectronics
Nonlinear photonics for quantum technologies
Nonlinear parametric photonics creates an interface between light and the atoms/ions and detectors used in quantum systems. This project combines novel fabrication approaches for nonlinear waveguides with established commercial materials to expand their operation into the ultra-violet and mid-infrared wavelength regions for use in practical quantum systems.