PhD in Maths

This project is an exciting opportunity to undertake industrially linked research delivered through the University of Birmingham in partnership with the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC)./nIt is based within the Sustainable Manufacturing Group (SMG) in the School of Engineering’s Mechanical Engineering Department. The SMG reimagines manufacturing to reduce energy consumption, decarbonise industrial processes, create greener products and minimise the accelerating consumption of society./nThis fully funded 3-year full-time studentship is available only to UK nationals. The successful applicant will receive a generous tax-free annual stipend of £25,000, full-time home tuition fees paid, and £2,000 per year for consumables and travel./nThe PhD Project: The project aims to embed circularity in healthcare waste management by focusing on waste prevention, extending product lifespans, and reducing unnecessary consumption. By targeting high-value plastics and metals for recovery and prioritising higher-order waste interventions, the research seeks to cut costs, lower emissions, and enhance recycling. The outcomes will support the UK Government’s Design for Life roadmap and provide evidence-based recommendations for more sustainable NHS practices.