PhD Studentship: Dynamic Analysis of Particle-Based Long-Duration Energy Storage Systems
The University of Manchester
Application deadline: All year round Research theme: Mechanical Engineering; Heat Transfer; Thermal Engineering; Energy Storage; Particle Dynamics This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to both Home (UK) and international applicants. The successful candidate will receive a tax-free annual stipend at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27, subject to annual uplift), with tuition fees fully covered. The stipend is expected to increase each year. The start date is October 2027. We strongly encourage early applications,...
Application deadline: All year round Research theme: Mechanical Engineering; Heat Transfer; Thermal Engineering; Energy Storage; Particle Dynamics This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to both Home (UK) and international applicants. The successful candidate will receive a tax-free annual stipend at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27, subject to annual uplift), with tuition fees fully covered. The stipend is expected to increase each year. The start date is October 2027. We strongly encourage early applications,...
Opportunity details
Application deadline: All year round Research theme: Mechanical Engineering; Heat Transfer; Thermal Engineering; Energy Storage; Particle Dynamics This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to both Home (UK) and international applicants. The successful candidate will receive a tax-free annual stipend at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27, subject to annual uplift), with tuition fees fully covered. The stipend is expected to increase each year. The start date is October 2027. We strongly encourage early applications, as the advert may close before the stated deadline. This PhD project focuses on the development of next-generation high-fidelity modelling, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and physics-informed artificial intelligence frameworks for particle-based long-duration energy storage (LDES) systems operating under highly variable renewable energy conditions. As modern power systems increasingly rely on intermittent wind and solar generation, there is an urgent need for intelligent, flexible, and thermally efficient energy storage technologies capable of supporting grid stability and deep decarbonisation. The research will investigate the transient thermo-fluid behaviour, heat transfer, particle transport, and dynamic system response of high-temperature particle-based thermal energy storage systems subjected to rapidly changing charging and discharging conditions. The project aims to develop advanced predictive and control methodologies that enable intelligent real-time operation under uncertain renewable generation, electricity demand, and market conditions. A major component of the project will involve the development of high-fidelity multi-physics CFD models to study complex particle dynamics and turbulent heat transfer within key system components. The student w...
Eligibility
Application deadline: All year round Research theme: Mechanical Engineering; Heat Transfer; Thermal Engineering; Energy Storage; Particle Dynamics This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to both Home (UK) and international applicants. The successful candidate will receive a tax-free annual stipend at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27, subject to annual uplift), with tuition fees fully covered. The successful candidate will gain expertise in particle dynamics, turbulent heat transfer, AI for energy storage systems, and advanced computational modelling, positioning them at the forefront of emerging digital energy technologies. Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s (or international equivalent) in a relevant science or engineering related discipline.
Requirements
Application deadline: All year round Research theme: Mechanical Engineering; Heat Transfer; Thermal Engineering; Energy Storage; Particle Dynamics This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to both Home (UK) and international applicants. The successful candidate will receive a tax-free annual stipend at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27, subject to annual uplift), with tuition fees fully covered. The successful candidate will gain expertise in particle dynamics, turbulent heat transfer, AI for energy storage systems, and advanced computational modelling, positioning them at the forefront of emerging digital energy technologies. Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s (or international equivalent) in a relevant science or engineering related discipline.
Funding and benefits
Funding eligibility: UK Students, International Students. Funding amount: £21,805 tax-free annual stipend and tuition fees fully covered.
How to apply
Application deadline: All year round Research theme: Mechanical Engineering; Heat Transfer; Thermal Engineering; Energy Storage; Particle Dynamics This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to both Home (UK) and international applicants. We strongly encourage early applications, as the advert may close before the stated deadline. To apply please contact the main supervisor; Prof Yasser Mahmoudi Larimi - yasser.mahmoudilarimi@manchester.ac.uk.
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Benefits
Funding eligibility: UK Students, International Students. Funding amount: £21,805 tax-free annual stipend and tuition fees fully covered.
Eligibility summary
Application deadline: All year round Research theme: Mechanical Engineering; Heat Transfer; Thermal Engineering; Energy Storage; Particle Dynamics This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to both Home (UK) and international applicants. The successful candidate will receive a tax-free annual stipend at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27, subject to annual uplift), with tuition fees fully covered. The successful candidate will gain expertise in particle dynamics, turbulent heat transfer, AI for energy storage systems, and advanced computational modelling, positioning them at the forefront of emerging digital energy technologies. Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s (or international equivalent) in a relevant science or engineering related discipline.
Requirements
Application deadline: All year round Research theme: Mechanical Engineering; Heat Transfer; Thermal Engineering; Energy Storage; Particle Dynamics This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to both Home (UK) and international applicants. The successful candidate will receive a tax-free annual stipend at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27, subject to annual uplift), with tuition fees fully covered. The successful candidate will gain expertise in particle dynamics, turbulent heat transfer, AI for energy storage systems, and advanced computational modelling, positioning them at the forefront of emerging digital energy technologies. Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s (or international equivalent) in a relevant science or engineering related discipline.
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