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The University of Manchester
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FSE PhD President's Doctoral Scholarship: Development of Heated Garments for Patients with Raynaud’s Phenomenon The University of Manchester in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Biomedical Engineering
Funding
Available
Deadline
Nov 18, 2026
Country
United Kingdom
University
The University of Manchester
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About this position
This 4-year PhD studentship at The University of Manchester focuses on the development of smart knitted and 3D-printed heated gloves for people with Raynaud’s phenomenon. The project addresses a condition that causes reduced blood flow to the fingers in response to cold or stress, with symptoms such as pain, numbness, colour changes, and reduced hand function.
The research will explore how advanced textile materials can be combined with conductive yarns, knitted sensor structures, and integrated heating technologies to create wearable gloves that can both monitor finger skin temperature and provide responsive thermal regulation. The work brings together textile construction, wearable sensing, and heating integration in a medical-technology context.
The project includes the development of novel knitted and 3D-printed constructions, integration of temperature sensing and heating elements, prototype manufacture, and laboratory evaluation of thermal and functional performance. It is framed around creating a practical heated garment system for a patient group affected by vascular complications linked to Raynaud’s phenomenon and, in some cases, systemic sclerosis.
The project is expected to start in September 2027 and is part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering doctoral scholarship competition.
Funding details
Available
What's required
This studentship is open to Home (UK) and international applicants. Applicants must submit a formal online application selecting the FSE PhD President’s Doctoral Scholarship programme, and include the full project title, supervisor details, previous study information, names and contact details of two referees, a supporting statement, CV, and transcripts of awarded and in-progress university qualifications. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to apply
Contact the main project supervisor, Dr Fernndo, to discuss the project before applying. Submit a formal application through the online portal and select the FSE PhD President’s Doctoral Scholarship programme. Upload your supporting statement, CV, transcripts, and referee details.
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