PhD topics for research students

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Supervisor
Funding
The effect on genome behaviour of growing cells in 3D matrices
There has been a small amount of evidence in the literature that growing cells in 3D scaffolds instead of 2D monolayers alters genome behaviour and organisation such that nuclear structure is altered ...
Self Funded
AI and data-driven strategies for decarbonisation in healthcare management
We are offering a self-funded PhD position with the Brunel Business School, focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics to drive decarbonisation efforts within healt...
Self Funded
AI-driven heritage preservation and management
We are offering a self-funded PhD position with the Brunel Business School, focusing on exploring the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in preserving cultural heritage. Applications are accepted on...
Self Funded
Responsible digital innovation for social value creation
We are offering a self-funded PhD position with the Brunel Business School, focusing on exploring AI's role in responsible digital innovation. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. If you have...
Self Funded
Quantum-Enhanced Smart Data Governance
We are offering a self-funded PhD position with the Brunel Business School, focusing on quantum-enhanced smart data governance. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. If you have any questions ...
Self Funded
Marine-based renewable energy innovations
About the project Are you passionate about the potential of marine-based renewable energy to transform global energy systems? This PhD project offers an exciting opportunity to research and develop in...
Ashkan Pak Seresht
Self Funded
Exploring the Role of the Blue Economy in Sustainable Tourism for Coastal Communities
About the project Are you passionate about the intersection of the blue economy and tourism, particularly in how these elements can drive sustainable development in coastal regions? This PhD project o...
Ashkan Pak Seresht
Self Funded
Digital Transformation and Risk Management in Supply Chains
About the project Are you driven to explore how digital transformation is reshaping the future of supply chains? We are looking for dedicated PhD candidates interested in investigating how technology ...
Ashkan Pak Seresht
Self Funded
PhD project in scalable cloud-based simulations for urban planning in megacities
We are offering a self-funded PhD position with our Department of Computer Science at Brunel University of London, focusing on scalable cloud-based simulations for urban planning in megacities. Applic...
Derek Groen
Self Funded
PhD opportunity in real-time environmental monitoring and response using machine learning-enhanced simulations
We are offering a self-funded PhD position with our Department of Computer Science at Brunel University of London, focusing on real-time environmental monitoring and response using machine learning-en...
Derek Groen
Self Funded