PhD Positions in Robotic Matter, Generative AI, and Programmable Intelligent Metamaterials at Politecnico di Milano Politecnico di Milano in Italy

Politecnico di Milano is advertising two PhD positions in the area of robotic matter, in collaboration with the Italian Institute of Artificial Intelligence (AI4I) and the AMED Lab in Turin. The research sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, mechanics, materials, robotics, and structural engineering, with a strong emphasis on designing materials and structures that can not only carry loads, but also sense, actuate, adapt, and support intelligent behavior by design.

The two advertised topics are: (1) Physics-informed Generative AI for Architected Materials in the PhD Programme in Mechanical Engineering, and (2) AI-guided Design of Programmable Intelligent Metamaterials in the PhD Programme in Structural, Seismic and Geotechnical Engineering. The post names collaboration between Marco Maurizi (AI4I) and Prof. Valentina Zega and Prof. Serena Graziosi at Politecnico di Milano.

This is a PhD opening, not a postdoc or masters call. The official university call indicates doctoral positions with scholarship for specific research topics, and the broader call includes both scholarship and non-scholarship positions depending on the topic. The post does not mention a stipend amount.

Eligibility highlights: candidates should be bright and ambitious and interested in AI, mechanics, materials, and robotics. No further requirements such as language tests, GPA, or prior degree details are specified in the post excerpt.

Deadline: 1 July 2026, 14:00 Italian time. Applications must be submitted through the official Politecnico di Milano application page.

How to apply: register on the Politecnico di Milano online services if needed, access the application form, complete the required documentation, and submit everything electronically before the deadline. The post says applications are accepted exclusively through the official portal.