About the project
This PhD project will develop a new sensor technology to diagnose bacterial infections rapidly.
Antimicrobial resistance is expected to become a primary cause of death by 2050, with novel approaches to diagnostics urgently required.
The research will be embedded in a rapid-paced environment combining a start-up, academia, and experimental medicine.
This research is highly interdisciplinary and will merge Engineering, Microbiology and Biophysics to further our understanding of the phenotypic properties of bacteria upon exposure to different treatments and how to exploit these for diagnostics.
Outcomes of this project will contribute to reducing antibiotic misuse and to developing experimental therapies such as phage therapy.
The candidate should have a good degree in a physical science and an interest the development of new diagnostic systems.
This PhD opportunity is for 4 years and will be fully funded for all UK and EU students.
Entry requirements
- a UK 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent in a physical science
- an interest in the development of new diagnostic systems
Fees and funding
We offer a range of funding opportunities for both UK and international students, including Bursaries and Scholarships.
To learn about funding opportunities visit our Doctoral College scholarships and bursaries information.
A number of studentships are available and funding is awarded on a rolling basis. Apply early for the best opportunity to be considered.
How to apply
You need to:
- choose programme type (Research), 2024/25, Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
- choose ‘PhD Elect & Elect Eng (Full time)’ on the next page
- insert the name of the supervisor Professor Hywel Morgan in section 2 of the application form
Applications should include:
- research proposal
- your CV (resumé)
- 2 reference letters
- degree transcripts/certificates to date
Contact us
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
If you have a general question, email:Â feps-pgr-apply@soton.ac.uk
Project leader
If you wish to discuss any details of the project informally, please contact the supervisor Professor Hywel Morgan, Digital Health and Biomedical Engineering Research Group,  by email: hm@ecs.soton.ac.ukÂ
