Project Vacancies
The CDT in Applied Photonics welcomes applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We particularly encourage applications from people who are currently under-represented in our CDT.
To join the programme in September 2024 please see below for our available projects.
Please note we cannot accept applications from international students after 31 March. International students can only apply for projects showing the π symbol.
Applications from UK students will be considered until the end of May 2024.
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Novel laser sources in the mid-infrared spectral region for security and sensing applications
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Fraunhofer
University: University of Strathclyde
Supervisor: Professor Alan Kemp
Project Description This project will address the urgent requirement for new photonics tools in the mid-infrared (mid-IR) spectral region to police stricter greenhouse gas (GHG) emission standards and to progress imaging capabilities in poor visibility for security applications. The majority of the so-called βfingerprintβ absorption bands for GHGs are in...
Sychronizable laser pulse sources for multi-photon imaging applications
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Coherent
University: University of Strathclyde
Supervisor: Professor Keith Mathieson
Project Description Multi-photon excitation is a well-established tool for three-dimensional imaging that is now widely used in life sciences, particularly in the field of neuroscience. An ultrafast (usually femtosecond) laser is focused to a small beam waist. The high peak intensity at this location, and only this location, is able...
Ophthalmic imaging with time and spectral resolution
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Occuity Ltd
University: University of Strathclyde
Supervisor: Dr David Li
Project DescriptionThe project aims to develop a data processing analysis pipeline for retinal imaging ophthalmoscopes with spectral and time-resolved measurement capabilities, to detect signatures of severe diseases from ophthalmic data. This unique ophthalmic system is built around a single-photon avalanche photodiode (SPAD) line sensor array with single-photon time-resolved detection [1]....
Novel laser designs to exploit low-cost-per-Watt pumping of Ti:sapphire for application in sensing, imaging, and precise timing technologies
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Fraunhofer
University: University of Strathclyde
Supervisor: Professor Alan Kemp
Project DescriptionThis studentship will build on the synergies between the parallel programmes at Fh-CAP and the IoP. The studentship research programme will draw together expertise on the Fh-CAP side on practical, high performance diode-pumped Ti:sapphire systems in the ultrashort pulse [1] and single frequency domains [2], with the work ongoing...
Next generation long range laser rangefinders based on single photon detectors and new laser technologies
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Thales
University: Heriot-Watt University
Supervisor: Professor Gerald Buller and Dr Aongus McCarthy
Project Description Laser Rangefinders are a key element of modern sensor systems and can range up to 20km with an accuracy of less than 1m. Thales UK produced the first in-service laser rangefinder in 1965, just a few years after the invention of the laser, and have been designing and...
uLED-based lab-on-chip platform
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Fraunhofer
University: University of Strathclyde
Supervisor: Dr Nicolas Laurand
Project DescriptionDetection and identification of various analytes is crucial in applications spanning through bio-medicine, defence and security, environmental monitoring and various others. Many techniques have been demonstrated over the years, with varying levels of complexity and breath of information they generate, somewhat limiting their applications at the point of need....
Beam steering systems for remote sensing applications
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Fraunhofer
University: Heriot-Watt University
Supervisor: Professor Robert Thomson
Project DescriptionThis project seeks to investigate novel beam steering techniques for use in remote sensing applications.Β Remote sensing covers a wide range of industrial applications, such as automotive Light Detection And Ranging (LIDAR), over-the-fence pollutant monitoring, stand-off chemical sensing, underwater imaging, and many more.Β Free space optical communications also has...
Laboratory-based physical emulation of long path atmospheric turbulence for imaging sensors
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Thales
University: University of Glasgow
Supervisor: Professor Martin Lavery
Project DescriptionAdvanced imaging systems, operating in the visible and thermal infrared bands, are critical for a wide range of defence and security applications. Thales Glasgow is a leader in the development of these types of imaging technologies, with many applications across land and maritime platforms. These imagers are used for...
Advance diversity techniques for underwater optical communication and sensing
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Fraunhofer
University: University of Strathclyde
Supervisor: Dr Sujan Rajbhandari
Project DescriptionThe emergence of remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), combined with the expansion of underwater infrastructure has led to a huge opportunity for underwater optical communication and sensing. Surveying and monitoring now create huge quantities of data and being able to wirelessly transfer them to operators...
Photonic enablers in new generation for ultra-wide field retinal imaging
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Optos
University: University of Dundee
Supervisor: Dr Nikola Krstajic
Project DescriptionThis doctoral research project aims to revolutionize ultrawidefield retinal imaging systems through the integration of cutting-edge ultrafast beam steering methods. Focused within the scope of the Centre's Imaging, Sensing, and Analysis domain, the project explores the novel application of these methods to enhance optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging, extending...
Breaking boundaries in retinal imaging: harnessing computational prowess for dynamic 3D reconstructions and pinpoint accuracy with full-range OCT and advanced refraction compensation π
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Optos
University: University of Edinburgh
Supervisor: Professor Michael Davies
Project Description Embarking on the forefront of retinal imaging, our project pioneers a revolutionary 3D tomography reconstruction in the retina, aiming to mitigate deformations induced by refraction in the anterior segment and vitreous. The crux of our innovation lies in leveraging the expansive axial range afforded by full-range Optical Coherence...
Multiplexed fluorescent biosensors to profile infectious diseases π
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Bio-Techne (Tocris)
University: University of Edinburgh
Supervisor: Prof Marc Vendrell
Project Description We will build a novel sensing toolbox alongside suitable analytical tools to image biomarkers of cell function in real time. We will prepare a new platform of multiplexed photonic biosensors that will be able to image pathogens (bacteria, virus) in infection models of increasing complexity. We will optimise...
Image capture and multimodal AI for interactive radiology assistance π
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Canon Medical Research Europe
University: University of Edinburgh
Supervisor: Professor Sotirios Tsaftaris
Project Description The EngD is an alternative to a traditional PhD aimed at students wanting a career in industry. Students spend about 75% of their time working directly with a company in addition to receiving advanced-level training from a broad portfolio of technical and business courses. On completion students are...
Remote, range-resolved ultra-violet Raman spectroscopy for safety in hydrogen fuel and nuclear industries
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PhD
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EngD
Company: Fraunhofer
University: University of Strathclyde
Supervisor: Dr David Li
Project Description The detection and monitoring of substances at range is extremely important to several industrial production and safety processes. This program will be focused on remote gas sensing in air using Raman scattering for safety in nuclear and hydrogen fuel industries. Raman scattering signal, albeit weak, provides a unique...