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New materials for low-temperature fuel cells for transport applications

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Low-temperature fuel cells operating below 200°C offer promising solutions for cleaner transport using fuels such as hydrogen, ammonia and methanol. This project will explore new materials, including ionic-conducting electrolytes, membranes and electrocatalysts, to improve fuel cell performance, efficiency and durability, supporting the development of next-generation fuel cell technologies for sustainable transport.

Primary supervisor: Shanwen Tao - Email: S.Tao.1@warwick.ac.uk

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Electrical Drives and Power Converters for Electrical Vehicles and Renewable Generation

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The goal of the project is to identify control challenges for specific applications due to advances in the supply chain and overcome them via advanced control and sensing methodologies.

Primary supervisor: Dr Oleh Kiselychnyk - Email: O.Kiselychnyk@warwick.ac.uk

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Dowel-laminated Bamboo: a new-generation, minimally-transformed engineered bamboo product

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join our research into this low-carbon, -cost and -capital technology with the potential to improve housing for millions in low- and middle-income countries. Dowel-laminated bamboo delivers a regularised section without incurring in the high waste, cost and glue-content of other engineered bamboo products, yet its possibilities have been underestimated and hence scantly researched or developed. This project will characterise its behaviour, explore its possibilities and optimise its performance.

Primary supervisor: Dr David Trujillo - Email: David.Trujillo@warwick.ac.uk
Co-supervisor: Dr Reyes Garcia

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Metamaterials for thermal management applications

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

This PhD project will investigate metamaterials for thermal management applications. The research will explore innovative structural architectures and material systems for controlling heat transport and thermal distribution under varying thermal loads.

Primary supervisor: Jisun Im - Jisun.Im@warwick.ac.uk

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MEDIA: Machine leEarning enhanceD optical Integrated sensing and communicAtion

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

MEDIA enables a single optical system to transmit data while simultaneously sensing objects, motion, position, and environmental changes. This PhD project will combine optical technologies, signal processing, and AI to develop shared waveforms and intelligent algorithms for reliable communication and accurate sensing. Applications may include smart energy systems, industrial automation, and environmental monitoring.

Primary supervisor: Tianhua Xu - Tianhua.Xu@warwick.ac.uk

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ICON: Intelligent semantic Communication for future Optical Networks

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

ICON moves beyond accurate bit transmission towards the semantic and effectiveness levels described by Shannon and Weaver. It will use AI to identify and transmit the meaning that matters, reducing unnecessary data while improving the efficiency and reliability of optical networks. The PhD student will also participate in the EU Horizon Europe SMART project and collaborate with international academic and industrial partners.

Primary supervisor: Tianhua Xu - Tianhua.Xu@warwick.ac.uk

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Robotic Extrusion and Process Control for 3D Printing of Cementitious Materials

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

This project investigates the interactions between cementitious material rheology, robotic deposition and material extrusion, developing a controlled dispensing system to predict and optimise print quality. By linking material behaviour, deposition dynamics, and structural performance, the project aims to develop a framework for data-informed 3D printing of concrete, advancing automation, quality and precision in construction.

Primary supervisor: Dr Javier Munguia - Email:Javier.Munguia@warwick.ac.uk

Co-supervisor: Dr Reyes Garcia

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Advanced manufacturing of 3D functional architectures for electrochemical applications

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

This PhD project will explore the development of advanced 3D functional architectures using multimaterial additive manufacturing. The research will investigate novel manufacturing approaches, material integration strategies and structure-property relationships for electrochemical applications. The candidate will combine materials development, fabrication, characterisation and performance evaluation to advance next generation sustainable energy technologies.

Primary supervisor: Jisun Im - Jisun.Im@warwick.ac.uk

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Design rules for headed stud connectors welded within steel deck with the ribs parallel to the supporting beams

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The objective of this project is to develop design rules for stud shear connectors in decking: with the ribs perpendicular to the supporting beams; or when crushed ends are introduced to the deck. It is planned that the results from this research will form the basis for UK design guides and/or Complimentary Information within the UK National Annex to EN 1994-1-1: 2025, which may be incorporated within the next generation of this European design standard.

Primary supervisor: Professor Stephen Hicks - Email: Stephen.J.Hicks@warwick.ac.uk
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New Materials for Redox Flow Batteries for Renewable Energy Storage

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The growing use of renewable energy requires efficient, reliable and cost-effective energy storage. Redox flow batteries offer a promising solution for large-scale, long-duration storage, helping to balance intermittent renewable energy supply. This project will explore new materials for redox flow batteries, investigating their properties and electrochemical performance to improve battery efficiency, stability and durability, supporting the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Primary supervisor: Shanwen Tao - Email: S.Tao.1@warwick.ac.uk

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