PhD in Privacy-Preserving Robotic Inspection of Net-Zero Infrastructure at the University of Glasgow University of Glasgow in United Kingdom

EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Robotics and AI for Net Zero (RAINZ CDT) is advertising a fully funded PhD for September 2026 entry.

Project title: PRINZ: Privacy-Preserving Robotic Inspection of Net-Zero Infrastructure

Host institution: University of Glasgow

Supervisors: Prof Mohamed Khamis and Dr Euan McGookin

This project sits at the intersection of robotics, artificial intelligence, privacy-preserving systems, and net-zero infrastructure inspection. It is a strong fit for applicants interested in autonomous/robotic inspection, AI-enabled sensing and analysis, and sustainable infrastructure applications.

Funding: The post states that the PhD is fully funded. As a UKRI/EPSRC-linked studentship, funding typically includes a stipend and tuition fee support through the provider, with additional guidance for international fee contributions where applicable.

Eligibility and requirements: The post does not list detailed entry requirements, but this is a PhD opportunity for September 2026 entry. Applicants should review the full project page for academic background expectations, research fit, and any CDT-specific criteria.

Deadline: 15 May 2026, 5pm UK time.

How to apply: Use the project link to read the full advert and application instructions. Prepare the required application materials and submit them before the deadline. Check the project page carefully for any additional documents or eligibility notes.

Research keywords: robotics, AI, privacy-preserving inspection, infrastructure monitoring, net-zero, sustainable engineering.