Nuclear Energy Futures CDT Research Projects
https://www.imperial.ac.uk/nuclear-cdt/programme/nuclear-energy-futures-cdt-research-projects/
Projects available for October 2025
Applications are invited for the below projects.
Please ensure you have read our updated programme description before applying for projects.
Please check back for new projects. If you have contacted Dr Jonathan Tate about being added to our mailing list, you will be notified via email when new positions become available. If you wish to be added to our mailing list, please contact Jonathan at j.tate@imperial.ac.uk
Due to the sensitive nature of the research being carried out, some projects may require you to be a UK national.
Short project description: Accurately modelling the mechanical response of structural nuclear materials is critical for designing reactor components. Structural materials in nuclear applications must endure severe irradiation and intense thermal loads throughout their service life. Traditional material models often struggle to capture the complex, coupled effects that arise under extreme conditions, such as high temperatures, irradiation, and rapid thermal cycling. This project aims to develop machine learning-based material models that are both accurate and computationally efficient, enabling improved predictions of thermal shock and thermal fatigue in challenging nuclear environments.
Supervisor(s): Dr Burcu Tasdemir (UoB)
Institution: University of Bristol
Further information: Funded by Rolls-Royce Plc. Only UK nationals are invited to apply for this vacancy.
Part-time: Not suitable for part-time study.
How to apply: E-mail your CV to Dr Jon Tate j.tate@imperial.ac.uk
Deadline: Ongoing until position is filled.
