Aston University is offering a fully funded PhD position in Battery-Less Ultra-Low-Power Secure TinyML Visual Perception, located in Birmingham, UK, within the School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies. The project is aligned with the £12M EPSRC Edge AI Hub, a national flagship initiative. The research focuses on designing ultra-low-power IoT devices capable of running TinyML AI models for visual perception, with applications in security, safety, and surveillance. The technology aims to enable video-based AI deployment without batteries, impacting areas such as healthcare security, food security, vehicular security, and supply chain security. Supervisors for this project are Dr Emeka Abakasanga and Prof. Jose M. Alcaraz Calero. Applicants must hold at least a 2.1 Honours degree or a Master's in a relevant science or engineering discipline, with strong skills in machine learning, programming (Python, C/C++), mathematics, and probabilistic modelling. Preferred skills include computer vision, image processing, IoT/embedded systems, analytical abilities, and communication skills. The position offers full funding, including a tuition waiver, and provides access to state-of-the-art facilities and collaboration with leading experts. Interested candidates should contact Dr Emeka Abakasanga at [email protected] and review the Edge AI Hub website for further details. The application deadline is December 28, 2024.

Aston University in Birmingham, United Kingdom, is offering a fully funded PhD studentship in Cyber Security and 6G Networks under the supervision of Assistant Professor Sourav Saha and Professor Jose M. Alcaraz Calero. The project, titled 'CyberDOME: Adaptive Moving Target Defence for Securing Critical Service in 6G Networks,' focuses on developing next-generation adaptive security mechanisms using Moving Target Defence (MTD) to protect critical services in emerging 6G wireless networks. This research lies at the intersection of cyber security, networking, and advanced wireless systems, providing a unique opportunity for high-impact doctoral research with real-world applications. The studentship covers full tuition fees and provides a standard stipend in line with UKRI rates. Additional benefits include researcher development funding, international travel support, and opportunities for paid teaching assistantships. The duration of the PhD is three years, and the position is open to both UK (Home) and International candidates. Ideal applicants will have strong coding skills, a solid understanding of IP networking fundamentals, and a passion for research and innovation. The project is suitable for candidates with backgrounds in computer science, information technology, or electrical engineering. The application deadline is April 1, 2026. For more information and to apply, candidates should visit the provided application links and review the full project description and eligibility criteria on the Aston University website. This opportunity is ideal for motivated individuals interested in cyber security, 6G networks, and adaptive security research, offering comprehensive funding and professional development in a leading UK research environment.