The University of Greenwich is offering a PhD opportunity in the School of Engineering, supervised by Ayse Cagla Balaban, Dr Felipe Perdomo Hurtado, and Dr Konstantinos Evangelinos. The project, titled "Demonstration of Absorption Contactors using Ionic Liquids in Sandwich Composite Materials for CO₂ Capture and Conversion," is an interdisciplinary research initiative at the intersection of advanced composite materials, chemical engineering, and sustainability. The research aims to develop innovative approaches to carbon capture and utilisation (CCU) by transforming sandwich composite structures into multifunctional systems for CO₂ capture and conversion.

This PhD project is ideal for candidates interested in experimental research, sustainable materials, and net-zero technologies. The research will involve hands-on work with composite materials and ionic liquids, focusing on their application in carbon capture and conversion processes. The project is supported by the Faculty of Engineering and Science at the University of Greenwich, a leading institution in the United Kingdom.

Funding: UK applicants are eligible for a 100% tuition fee waiver for three years, while international applicants receive a 50% tuition fee waiver for the same period. Please note that this studentship does not include a living-cost stipend, so applicants must secure their own funding for living expenses.

Eligibility: Applications are welcome from highly motivated candidates with backgrounds in engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, or related disciplines. Experience or interest in experimental research, sustainable materials, and net-zero technologies is particularly valued. No specific GPA or language test requirements are mentioned.

Application Process: The application deadline is 20 February 2026. Interested candidates should apply via the University of Greenwich application portal linked in the announcement. Informal enquiries are encouraged, and applicants are invited to contact the supervisors for further information. Interviews will be held from 9–13 March 2026, with a start date by 15 July 2026.

For more information and to apply, please visit the provided links. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in CO₂ capture, composite materials, and sustainability at a renowned UK institution.