PhD studentship: New ultrasonic technology to enable algal biofuels
- Employer
- Global Academy Jobs
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Closing date
- Dec 14, 2018
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- Sector
- Science, Life Sciences, Cell and Molecular Biology, Physical Sciences and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry
- Hours
- Full Time
- Organization Type
- University and College
- Jobseeker Type
- Academic (e.g. 'Lecturer')
Job Details
PhD studentship: New ultrasonic technology to enable algal biofuels
Mechatronics
Location: Highfield Campus
Closing Date: Friday 14 December 2018
Reference: 1005118BX
Project Reference: CDT-SIS-512
Project Description:
In this project, you will develop a new ultrasonic technology for harvesting algae in commercial biofuel production. If successful, it could have huge impacts on carbon emissions. The research will involve hands-on design and testing of fluidic and ultrasonic systems as well as computer modelling and working with biofuel producers.
Algal biofuels have the potential to revolutionise our energy needs and reduce or eliminate our reliance on oil. In contrast to other biofuels, algae can be grown with low demand on water resources, and some researchers envision vast floating farms covering parts of the oceans. Separating the algae once they have grown is currently achieved by centrifugation and this contributes to about 15% of the total cost. Ultrasonic technologies have the potential to dramatically reduce the amount of energy required.
While existing interest in fluidic systems, acoustic focusing and biofuels would be useful, we have existing expertise in these areas and are able to provide masters level training through specific courses to give you the skills you need.
Further Information:
If you wish to discuss any details of the project informally, please contact Peter Glynne-Jones, Mechatronics research group, Email: P.Glynne-Jones@soton.ac.uk, Tel: +44 (0) 2380 59 5769
Please be aware that the academic selectors review applications as soon as they are received so please make sure to submit your application for consideration as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
This project is being run in participation with the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Sustainable Infrastructure Systems (View Website). For details of our 4 Year PhD programme and further projects, please see http://www.cdt-sis.soton.ac.uk/
To apply, please use the following website: http://www.southampton.ac.uk/engineering/postgraduate/research_degrees/apply.page
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