Francisca Martínez Hergueta

Fully funded PhD opportunity at the University of Edinburgh to join a research lab working on 4D printing . The project sits at the intersection of mechanical engineering , materials science , and advanced manufacturing, with collaboration mentioned with Matteo Taffetani, Marcelo A. Dias, Fabrizio Scarpa, Mahdi Bodaghi, Frédéric Demoly, and Antoine Le Duigou. The post is announced by Francisca Martínez Hergueta , Reader in Impulsive Dynamics at the University of Edinburgh School of Engineering. The opportunity is described as fully funded and is aimed at advancing the field of 4D printing. Eligibility: restricted to home/permanent UK residents, subject to security clearance. Application materials: CV, cover letter (maximum 300 words), academic transcripts, and contact details for two referees. How to apply: send the requested documents to [email protected] and check the linked webpage for full details before submitting.

Fully funded PhD opportunity in Electroactive 4D-Printed Morphing Instabilities and 4D printing , joining the HORUS4D project . The post is advertised by Francisca Martínez Hergueta , Reader in Impulsive Dynamics at the University of Edinburgh , with additional contact/supervision from Matteo Taffetani and Thuy-Quynh Truong-Hoang . This project sits at the intersection of Mechanical Engineering , Materials Science , Physics , and potentially Electrical Engineering , with a focus on electroactive materials, morphing behaviour, and dynamic instabilities in 4D-printed systems. It is a strong fit for applicants interested in smart materials, advanced manufacturing, and mechanics-driven research. Funding: The position is described as fully funded at UK home fees . No stipend amount or additional financial package is specified in the post. Eligibility / requirements: Applicants should provide a CV with relevant projects and technical skills, a cover letter of maximum 300 words explaining interest in 4D printing, academic transcripts, and contact details for two referees. The post does not list further entry requirements. How to apply: Email the application documents to [email protected] , [email protected] , and [email protected] . Use the subject line: “PhD Application – Electroactive 4D-Printed Morphing Instabilities”. The deadline is 17 July 2026 .