PhD Studentship: Net2zero Development and Demonstration of a Laboratory-Scale Next Generation Multifunctional Reactor for Biochar Production and Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) Technology
University of Nottingham
Programme Length: 4 Years Study Mode: Full-time Location: Nottingham Discipline: Engineering & Physical Sciences Start Date: October 2026 Project Overview This fully funded PhD project aims to develop and demonstrate a laboratory-scale multifunctional reactor capable of operating both as a biochar/bio-syngas generator and as a Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) reactor. The project sits at the forefront of net-zero research, combining reactor engineering, biochar production, biomass utilisation, a...
Programme Length: 4 Years Study Mode: Full-time Location: Nottingham Discipline: Engineering & Physical Sciences Start Date: October 2026 Project Overview This fully funded PhD project aims to develop and demonstrate a laboratory-scale multifunctional reactor capable of operating both as a biochar/bio-syngas generator and as a Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) reactor. The project sits at the forefront of net-zero research, combining reactor engineering, biochar production, biomass utilisation, a...
Opportunity details
Programme Length: 4 Years Study Mode: Full-time Location: Nottingham Discipline: Engineering & Physical Sciences Start Date: October 2026 Project Overview This fully funded PhD project aims to develop and demonstrate a laboratory-scale multifunctional reactor capable of operating both as a biochar/bio-syngas generator and as a Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) reactor. The project sits at the forefront of net-zero research, combining reactor engineering, biochar production, biomass utilisation, and carbon capture technologies. Working closely with academic researchers and industrial partners, the successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative low-carbon technologies that support greenhouse gas removal and sustainable energy generation. Aim The project aims to develop and demonstrate a laboratory-scale reactor that can function as both: A biochar and bio-syngas generation system. A Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) reactor. Research Objectives The successful candidate will: Collaborate with a commercial laboratory furnace manufacturer to conceptually design a laboratory-scale electrically heated furnace capable of housing the multifunctional reactor. Design and work alongside University engineering technicians to manufacture at least two reactor configurations (fluidised-bed and fixed-bed) that can be integrated within the furnace system for biochar production and BECCS evaluation using calcium-based and other solid sorbents. Carry out biochar production experiments using a range of biomass feedstocks and characterise the resulting biochar materials using advanced analytical techniques available at the University of Nottingham, including: BET surface area analysis Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) X-ray Diffracti...
Eligibility
Working closely with academic researchers and industrial partners, the successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative low-carbon technologies that support greenhouse gas removal and sustainable energy generation. Research Objectives The successful candidate will: Collaborate with a commercial laboratory furnace manufacturer to conceptually design a laboratory-scale electrically heated furnace capable of housing the multifunctional reactor. Administrative Queries For enquiries relating to eligibility, the application process, funding, or the Net2Zero CDT programme, please contact: Net2Zero CDT Team: Md Ashif Chy EZ-Net2Zero-CDT@nottingham.ac.uk
Requirements
Working closely with academic researchers and industrial partners, the successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative low-carbon technologies that support greenhouse gas removal and sustainable energy generation. Research Objectives The successful candidate will: Collaborate with a commercial laboratory furnace manufacturer to conceptually design a laboratory-scale electrically heated furnace capable of housing the multifunctional reactor. Administrative Queries For enquiries relating to eligibility, the application process, funding, or the Net2Zero CDT programme, please contact: Net2Zero CDT Team: Md Ashif Chy EZ-Net2Zero-CDT@nottingham.ac.uk
Funding and benefits
Funding eligibility: UK Students, EU Students, International Students.
How to apply
Administrative Queries For enquiries relating to eligibility, the application process, funding, or the Net2Zero CDT programme, please contact: Net2Zero CDT Team: Md Ashif Chy EZ-Net2Zero-CDT@nottingham.ac.uk
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Benefits
Funding eligibility: UK Students, EU Students, International Students.
Eligibility summary
Working closely with academic researchers and industrial partners, the successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative low-carbon technologies that support greenhouse gas removal and sustainable energy generation. Research Objectives The successful candidate will: Collaborate with a commercial laboratory furnace manufacturer to conceptually design a laboratory-scale electrically heated furnace capable of housing the multifunctional reactor. Administrative Queries For enquiries relating to eligibility, the application process, funding, or the Net2Zero CDT programme, please contact: Net2Zero CDT Team: Md Ashif Chy EZ-Net2Zero-CDT@nottingham.ac.uk
Requirements
Working closely with academic researchers and industrial partners, the successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative low-carbon technologies that support greenhouse gas removal and sustainable energy generation. Research Objectives The successful candidate will: Collaborate with a commercial laboratory furnace manufacturer to conceptually design a laboratory-scale electrically heated furnace capable of housing the multifunctional reactor. Administrative Queries For enquiries relating to eligibility, the application process, funding, or the Net2Zero CDT programme, please contact: Net2Zero CDT Team: Md Ashif Chy EZ-Net2Zero-CDT@nottingham.ac.uk
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