PhD Scholarship: Thermoelectric Energy: A prestigious, fully funded international PhD opportunity is available in Thermoelectric Energy Harvesting for Wearables. This interdisciplinary project is a collaboration between the Schools of Chemistry and Electronics and Computer Science at the University of Southampton and the Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) in Singapore. Successful candidates will develop a new generation of thermoelectric generators to power wearable devices using body heat.
Fully Funded PhD Scholarship: Thermoelectric Energy Harvesting for Wearables
Designation
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Research Area
Thermoelectric Energy Harvesting, Wearable Electronics, Smart Materials, Flexible Electronics
Location
- University of Southampton, UK
- Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE), Singapore
Eligibility/Qualification
- A UK 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or a related discipline.
- Strong academic background and research potential.
- Open to both UK and international students.
Job Description
- Conduct cutting-edge research in the field of thermoelectric generators for wearable technology.
- Work on the development of flexible thermoelectric devices that harness body heat for powering smart wearables.
- Split time between the University of Southampton (UK) and IMRE (Singapore) over four years.
- Collaborate with leading experts in Chemistry, Materials Science, and Electronic Systems.
- Utilize advanced research methodologies, including scanning probe microscopy and nanoscale materials.
Supervisors
- Lead Supervisor: Dr. Iris Nandhakumar (Associate Professor)
- Co-Supervisor: Professor Stephen Beeby (Professor of Electronic Systems & Device)
Funding Details
- Fully funded for four years.
- Covers tuition fees for UK and international students.
- Stipend for living costs (minimum of £19,237 in 2024-25).
- Horizon Europe fee waivers and competition-based bursaries available.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply as soon as possible to maximize funding opportunities. The application process includes:
- Choosing programme type: Research (2025/26), Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences.
- Selecting full-time or part-time study.
- Choosing the relevant PhD in Engineering.
- Adding the name of the supervisor in Section 2.
Required Documents:
- Personal statement
- CV (résumé)
- Two academic references
- Degree transcripts to date
Application Link: Apply Now
Contact Information
- Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences: feps-pgr-apply@soton.ac.uk
- Project Leader: Dr. Iris Nandhakumar – iris@soton.ac.uk
Last Date to Apply
1 April 2025
