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PhD in Next-generation Miniaturised Optical Sources University of Southampton in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Environmental Science
Funding
Competition funded PhD project. Funding details are not specified in the post beyond competition funding and a link to fees and funding information.
Deadline
Sep 30, 2027
Country
United Kingdom
University
University of Southampton
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PhD project at the University of Southampton in the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC), within the Multimode Photonics Group.
This project focuses on next-generation miniaturised optical sources and the design, fabrication, and testing of broadband light-emitting devices with exceptionally wide frequency ranges. The research combines nanophotonics, light-matter interactions, computational simulation, nanofabrication, and optical measurements.
Research aims include understanding how nanophotonic design choices affect optical emission spectra and developing compact sources that could support applications in healthcare, security, environmental monitoring, and photonic technologies. Example application areas mentioned include breath analysis for potential cancer biomarkers, explosive detection, infrared countermeasure systems, air-pollution monitoring, and renewable-energy technologies.
The project offers hands-on training in nanofabrication, optical measurements, advanced simulation, access to cleanroom facilities and high-performance computing, and opportunities to publish and present at conferences. It is competition funded.
Entry requirement: a 2:1 honours degree. Closing date: 30 Sep 2027.
Funding details
Competition funded PhD project. Funding details are not specified in the post beyond competition funding and a link to fees and funding information.
What's required
Applicants should have a 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. The project is suited to candidates interested in nanophotonics, optical measurements, simulation, nanofabrication, and experimental device development.
How to apply
Review the project details and the full entry requirements on the University of Southampton page, then use the project application process under the How to apply section. Contact the university if you need clarification before applying.
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