Novel Polymeric Membranes for High-Energy and Safe Batteries
Swansea University is offering a fully funded 4-year PhD studentship in Advanced Energy Storage, focusing on the development of novel polymeric membranes for high-energy and safe batteries. The project, titled “Novel Polymeric Membranes for High-Energy and Safe Batteries (RS884),” is hosted at the Bay Campus within the CAPTURE Centre for Circular Energy Solutions, a leading research hub for energy materials and sustainable design. The studentship is open to both UK and international applicants, with start dates in October 2025 for UK students and January 2026 for all others. The supervisory team includes Dr Rui Tan, Dr Zari Tehrani, Prof. Serena Margadonna (all Swansea University), and Dr Yuanxi Yang (Leaf Tech Ltd), offering interdisciplinary expertise in materials science, chemistry, and chemical engineering. The project is funded by the FSE Doctoral Focal Award, Swansea University, and Leaf Tech Ltd, and provides full tuition coverage, an annual stipend, and an extra £3,000 per year for research activities. Applicants should have a strong academic background in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or related fields, and a keen interest in energy storage and battery technologies. The CAPTURE Centre is renowned for its research in sustainable energy materials, manufacturing processes, and circular economy principles, providing an excellent environment for doctoral training and professional development. To apply, candidates should visit the provided application link, review the eligibility criteria, and submit their application before the deadline of August 27, 2025.
