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.
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Due to the sensitive nature of the research being carried out, some projects may require you to be a UK national.
Short project description: Additive Manufacturing (AM) is a promising technology enabling layer-by-layer fabrication or repair of complex net-shaped components for nuclear applications, due to its high design freedom and low material. However, unlike conventionally manufactured components, AM components generally show different microstructures, such as, coarse epitaxial columnar grains, anisotropy, porosity and cracks. This would result in different micromechanics. Here, the project aims to investigate high-performance nuclear components produced through additive manufacturing and welding with novel processing control. It will also investigate the thermal-mechanical behaviours of the components in extreme environments (e.g., high temperatures) for nuclear applications.
Supervisor(s): Dr Kai Zhang (UoB)
Institution: University of Bristol
Further information: Funded by United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA).
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 filled.
