Join the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Sustainable Chemical Technologies: A Systems Approach at the University of Bath.

We are offering ~15 fully funded PhD studentships starting in October 2027. Combining experimental research with automation, modelling and data-driven approaches, and rigorous sustainability assessment and systems analysis, we tackle challenges across molecular discovery, sustainable manufacturing and the circular economy. Our programme spans six themes connecting discovery with practical applications.

Sustainable Synthesis & Catalysis

Discover new reactions, catalysts and synthetic technologies. Research includes organic synthesis, organometallic and main-group catalysis, photochemistry, electrochemistry and biocatalysis as well as reactor design.

Energy & Functional Materials

Design advanced materials and devices for clean energy, electronics and emerging technologies. Research includes photovoltaics, energy storage, fuel cells, batteries, sensors and smart materials, from materials design to device engineering, manufacturing, recycling and system integration.

Circular Feedstocks & Processes

Develop new routes from renewable resources and waste to valuable chemicals and materials. Research includes biomass and CO2 utilisation, biodegradable polymers, chemical recycling, and innovative technologies for circular manufacturing and waste valorisation.

Health & Environment

Address interconnected challenges in human health, environmental health and sustainability. Research includes sustainable drug and peptide synthesis, molecular sensors, biomaterials and medical devices and wastewater processes.

Digitalisation & Modelling

Accelerate discovery and optimise materials and processes. Research applies molecular simulation, computational chemistry, machine learning/AI, high-throughput experimentation and automation.

Sustainability Assessment & Systems Thinking

Evaluate new technologies within wider systems. Research advances methods and applications in lifecycle assessment, material flow analysis, techno-economic analysis, and process systems engineering.
 

For more information and to apply visit https://www.findaphd.com/phds/program/epsrc-centre-for-doctoral-training-in-sustainable-chemical-technologies-a-systems-approach/?i280p6446