Kapil Chalil Madathil

Kapil Chalil Madathil at Clemson University is recruiting a PhD student for the Human Systems Integration Laboratory. The project is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and focuses on research at the intersection of digital twins , aviation , avionics , simulation , immersive training , human factors , and learning analytics . The opportunity is especially relevant for students with academic, research, or professional experience in aviation, avionics, digital twins, simulation, industrial engineering, or related areas. The work includes digital twin architecture and validation, aviation and avionics systems, simulation-based and immersive training, and training effectiveness. The lab offers a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment with opportunities to publish in leading journals, present at major conferences, engage with aviation partners, and work on solutions with real-world impact. This is a PhD opening at Clemson University in the United States. Funding is supported by NSF, but the post does not provide stipend, tuition, or duration details. Interested candidates should email their CV, a brief statement of research interests, and a summary of relevant experience to the professor directly.