Antonio Lombardo
Just Landed
New Today
Fully funded PhD in Memtransistors for Brain-Inspired Computing at UCL University College London in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Fully funded 4-year EPSRC DTP studentship starting October 2027. Covers home tuition fees, a tax-free stipend at the UKRI London rate (estimated £24,522/year for 2027/28), and research expenses.
Country
United Kingdom
University
University College London
How do I apply for this?
Sign in for free to reveal details, requirements, and source links.
Apply for this position
Keywords
Suggested positions
About this position
Fully funded PhD opportunity at University College London (UCL) in Memtransistors for Brain-Inspired Computing.
The project is led by Antonio Lombardo, Associate Professor at the London Centre for Nanotechnology and the UCL Electronic and Electrical Engineering Department. It sits at the intersection of neuromorphic computing, 2D materials, memristors, memtransistors, and nanoelectronics, with a strong emphasis on experimental device development and hardware systems.
You will work on developing memtransistors that combine non-volatile memory and transistor gate control in a single device, then design arrays and integrated circuits to demonstrate neuromorphic hardware accelerators. The project also includes integration with Si chips, including CMOS, and is closely aligned with NeuroWare, the UK Innovation & Knowledge Centre in Neuromorphic Computing.
The research is primarily experimental but supported by modelling. Expected activities include 2D materials processing, cleanroom nanofabrication, electrical characterisation, and circuit simulations. This is a strong fit for students interested in electronic engineering, physics, materials science, semiconductor devices, and brain-inspired AI hardware.
Funding: 4-year EPSRC DTP studentship starting October 2027. It covers home tuition fees, a tax-free stipend at the UKRI London rate (estimated £24,522/year for 2027/28), and research expenses.
Eligibility: Applicants should have a first or upper second-class degree (or equivalent), achieved or expected, in electronic engineering, physics, materials science, or a related discipline. A Master’s degree is desirable. The opportunity is open only to applicants who qualify as home students under UKRI rules, including UK or Irish nationals or those with settled status, pre-settled status, or indefinite leave to remain, subject to residency requirements.
Application: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is found, so early applications are strongly encouraged. Use the application link provided and contact Antonio Lombardo by email for informal enquiries.
Funding details
Fully funded 4-year EPSRC DTP studentship starting October 2027. Covers home tuition fees, a tax-free stipend at the UKRI London rate (estimated £24,522/year for 2027/28), and research expenses.
What's required
Applicants should have a first or upper second-class degree (or equivalent), achieved or expected, in electronic engineering, physics, materials science or a related discipline. A Master’s degree is desirable. The opportunity is open only to applicants who qualify as home students under UKRI rules, including UK or Irish nationals or those with settled status, pre-settled status or indefinite leave to remain, subject to residency requirements.
How to apply
Review the details at the application link and apply as early as possible because applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is found. Informal enquiries can be sent by email to Antonio Lombardo.
More information can be found here
Ask ApplyKite AI
Professors
How do I apply for this?
Sign in for free to reveal details, requirements, and source links.