PhD bursary in Physics - University of Portsmouth

Development of multicaloric technologies for advancement of efficient cooling systems

Applications are invited for a highly interdisciplinary PhD studentship to research the design, development and testing of a multicaloric instrument, as well as to investigate multiferroic materials suitable for multicaloric solid state cooling. The three years post is available from 01 Oct 2018 and the successful candidate will receive a full University PhD bursary of £14,777 per annum.

How to apply:
We welcome applications from highly motivated prospective students who are committed to develop outstanding research outcomes. You can apply online at http://www.port.ac.uk/applyonline. Please quote project code MPHY4310518 in your application form.

A link to the online application form and comprehensive guidance notes can be found at www.port.ac.uk/pgapply

Informal enquiries are encouraged and can be made to Dr Melvin Vopson at melvin.vopson@port.ac.uk (02392 842246) or Prof. Mark Gaterell at mark.gaterell@port.ac.uk (02392 842943)

Applied Materials Society - 2018 Best Materials Physics Award

In May 2018, the Applied Materials Society will award one of the Physics level 6 students at the University of Portsmouth, the:

2018 Best Materials Physics Project Prize

The Award is in recognition of the most interesting and detailed research project in Condensed Matter Physics at level 6 undertaken during the 2017 - 2018 academic year. The winning research could be either theoretical or experimental, but the topic is restricted to Materials Science, Condensed Matter and Solid State Physics research. The AMS will announce the winner of this award at the Physics graduation poster conference in May 2018.