James Woodcock

PhD opportunity at Loughborough University in integrated urban simulation for healthy, sustainable cities . The project focuses on extending a sophisticated city modelling platform that links land use , travel behaviour , and transport networks to study how urban form affects air pollution , noise , road danger , green space , heat , flooding , and physical activity . Possible research directions include housing and health inequalities , climate adaptation and resilience , cost-of-living impacts on travel , fleet electrification , air quality and exposure modelling , and activity-based travel modelling . The modelling suite mentioned includes SILO–MITO-MATSim , and the project is designed to be shaped with the student’s interests. Supervisor: Professor James Woodcock, a policy-engaged researcher at Loughborough University with extensive experience translating modelling research into real-world transport and public health decisions. Eligibility: Applicants from transport engineering, public health, geography, or another quantitative discipline are welcome. You should have a relevant Masters degree and either existing experience in agent-based modelling or microsimulation , ideally with Java and platforms such as MATSim or SILO , or a strong ability to learn these quickly. Funding: Fully funded UK PhD, full-time for 3 years. International applicants are not applicable for this funded studentship. Deadline: 29 July 2026. Start date: October 2026. How to apply: Apply online via the Loughborough University project page. Informal questions are welcome before applying.