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PhD Opportunities in Catalysis in France
Phd Positions in catalysis in france
3 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open PhD positions in catalysis in France include CNRS and Université de Toulouse.
CNRS
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France
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2 weeks ago
Closing soon
CNRS is advertising a PhD-level opening based at IRCELYON (Institut de Recherches sur la Catalyse et l'Environnement de Lyon) in Villeurbanne, France . The project is part of the ECOCHEM mission within PEPR SPLEEN and focuses on understanding the parameters that optimize the photocatalytic response under pressure and temperature . The work combines chemistry , materials science , catalysis , and environmental science . Main tasks include oxide photocatalyst synthesis via sol-gel, hydrothermal, o...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
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2 weeks ago
Université de Toulouse
France
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1 month ago
PhD position available at Université de Toulouse (LPCNO) in collaboration with UNSW Sydney on the atomically precise synthesis of Pt-decorated Ni/Co catalysts for efficient fuel cells. The project focuses on hydrogen evolution and methanol/ethanol oxidation , making it a strong fit for candidates interested in Chemistry , Physics , Nanotechnology , and Materials Science . The thesis period is listed as 2027–2030 . Supervisors mentioned are Lise-Marie Lacroix (Université de Toulouse) and Richard ...
Chemistry
Materials Science
Catalysis
+3 more
1 month ago
CNRS
France
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1 month ago
Joint PhD opportunity in catalysis , sustainable chemistry , and green chemistry within the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) COFUND Doctoral Programme Between Earth and Sky . The project, NEXT-OX ( Next-Generation Catalysis for a Low-Carbon Future: From (Mechano)chemical Synthesis to (Photo)catalytic Oxidation ), focuses on developing next-generation catalytic approaches for a low-carbon future. The research combines mechanochemistry, chemical synthesis, and photocatalytic oxidation, and is...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Materials Science
+6 more
1 month ago
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Université de Toulouse
France
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1 month ago
PhD opportunity in electrification of carbonylation reactions at the University of Toulouse , within the Doctoral School SDM – Materials Sciences and the Coordination Chemistry Laboratory (LCC-CNRS, Toulouse) . The project is titled Electrification of Carbonylation Reactions and focuses on sustainable catalysis , electrosynthesis , hydroformylation , electrocatalysis , homogeneous catalysis , heterogeneous catalysis , CO2 utilization , and organometallic chemistry . The thesis aims to develop a ...
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
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1 month ago
CNRS
France
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1 month ago
Joint PhD opportunity in catalysis , sustainable chemistry , and green chemistry within the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) COFUND Doctoral Programme Between Earth and Sky . The project, NEXT-OX ( Next-Generation Catalysis for a Low-Carbon Future: From (Mechano)chemical Synthesis to (Photo)catalytic Oxidation ), focuses on developing next-generation catalytic approaches for a low-carbon future. The research combines mechanochemistry, chemical synthesis, and photocatalytic oxidation, and is...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Materials Science
+6 more
1 month ago
Université de Toulouse
France
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1 month ago
PhD position available at Université de Toulouse (LPCNO) in collaboration with UNSW Sydney on the atomically precise synthesis of Pt-decorated Ni/Co catalysts for efficient fuel cells. The project focuses on hydrogen evolution and methanol/ethanol oxidation , making it a strong fit for candidates interested in Chemistry , Physics , Nanotechnology , and Materials Science . The thesis period is listed as 2027–2030 . Supervisors mentioned are Lise-Marie Lacroix (Université de Toulouse) and Richard ...
Chemistry
Materials Science
Catalysis
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1 month ago
Living costs in France
Estimated costs in France.
MonthlyYearly | France |
|---|---|
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | €368 $400/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | €5.5k $6,000/yr |
 Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €552 $600/yr |
 Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | €91 $99/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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France
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