PhD topics for research students

Find below a list of currently available self-funded PhD topics.

We encourage all students to contact the supervisor or the alternative contact person for more information and an informal chat to discuss the process of applying and preparing your research statement. For more information on how to apply click here.

Description
Supervisor
Funding
Bridging the Gap: Integrating Neural Radiance Fields and Micro-drones for Enhanced 3D Volumetric Finite Element Analysis
The central objective of this project is the innovative deployment of Neural Radiance Fields (NeRFs) and micro-drones in the process of 3D volumetric Finite Element modelling of bridges. This approach...
Self Funded
Understanding the mechanisms behind age-related balance and movement change, and/or exploring strategies to improve balance, function, and wellbeing in the older adult population
Doctoral researchers working in this area will conduct experimental research, exploring the underpinning reasons (mechanisms) for increased falls risk, and/or functional movement change in the older a...
Self Funded
Autonomous Drone Surveys and Convolutional Neural Networks for Bridge Maintenance: A Predictive Approach Using Finite Element Analysis
The primary objective of this research is to develop a comprehensive framework for bridge maintenance that integrates autonomous drone surveys, convolutional neural networks (CNNs), and Finite Element...
Self Funded
PhD in using AI techniques to interrogate and interpret voluntary and mandatory (non) financial disclosures
We are offering a self-funded PhD position with the Brunel Business School, focusing on the evolving field of corporate communication and disclosure. If you have any questions about the project or wou...
Self Funded
How do individual histone modifications help cells make decisions?
We are looking for a highly motivated, independent-thinking candidate to undertake a PhD project exploring the role of individual histone modifications in nuclear organisation, regulation of transcrip...
Self Funded
Elucidating the mechanisms of early-stage breast cancer initiation
Using both transgenic cell lines and transgenic mouse models available in our research group, this project will determine the causal effects of increased accumulation of Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) ...
Self Funded
Precision control of nanofuel production
Storing hydrogen nanobubbles in liquid carriers to produce hydrogen nano-fuels offers significant benefits in terms of efficiency, safety and sustainability. Hydrogen nano-fuels have great potential t...
Self Funded
Few-Shot Medical Segmentation Using Deep Learning
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented candidate for a self-funded PhD position in the field of Few-Shot Medical Segmentation using Deep Learning. This opportunity is ideal for individuals wit...
Self Funded
Individual histone modification roles in regulation of transcription and cell decision-making
We are looking for a highly motivated, technically able and independent-thinking candidate to undertake a PhD project exploring the role of individual histone modifications in nuclear organisation, re...
Self Funded
Children’s gender-related development: The role of cultural visibility and acceptance of gender diversity
Research demonstrates that cisgender children identify and behave in a manner that is typical for their birth-assigned sex, whereas transgender/gender-diverse (TGD) children tend to exhibit identities...
Self Funded