PhD Studentship: Quantum Spin Dynamics and How to Make it Faster

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Southampton, United Kingdom University of Southampton Full time

Supervisory Team: Prof Ilya Kuprov, Dr Marina Carravetta

Project description: The University of Southampton is expanding its PhD research in the area of Quantum Technology Engineering. In addition to the research project outlined below you will receive substantial training in scientific, technical, and commercial skills.

Spin is a relativistic property of elementary particles that is responsible for all magnetic processes used in chemistry, engineering, medicine, and computer science: magnetic data recording, magnetic resonance spectroscopy and imaging, magnetoresistance in conductors, multiferroic materials, etc.

There are unsolved fundamental questions about how quickly a magnetic process can run – quantum mechanical uncertainty relations create a delicate balance between speed and accuracy of spin dynamics. This project will explore the deep quantum mechanics of magnetisation transport in magnetic resonance spectroscopy and imaging, and find ways to improve the speed and sensitivity of scientific, industrial, and medical devices (NMR spectrometers, MRI machines, etc.) that use spin.

This project will develop skills and expertise in supercomputing, artificial intelligence, digital modelling, quantum technologies, nuclear magnetic resonance and magnetic resonance imaging.

If you are interested, please contact the supervisor for more information: Ilya Kuprov i.kuprov@soton.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

A very good undergraduate degree (at least a UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent). 

Closing date: 31 August 2024.  Applications will be considered in the order that they are received, the position will be considered filled when a suitable candidate has been identified.

Funding: We offer a range of funding opportunities for both UK and international students, including Bursaries and Scholarships.  For more information please visit PhD Scholarships | Doctoral College | University of Southampton  Funding will be awarded on a rolling basis, so apply early for the best opportunity to be considered.

How To Apply
Apply online: Search for a Postgraduate Programme of Study (soton.ac.uk). Select programme type (Research), Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, next page select “PhD iMR”. In Section 2 of the application form you should insert the name of the supervisor.

Applications should include:
Curriculum Vitae
Two reference letters
Degree Transcripts/Certificates to date

For further information please contact: feps-pgr-apply@soton.ac.uk

The University of Southampton is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusivity as demonstrated by our Athena SWAN award. We welcome all applicants regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or age, and will give full consideration to applicants seeking to study part time. The University of Southampton takes personal circumstances into account, has onsite childcare facilities, is committed to sustainability and has been awarded the Platinum EcoAward.

Funding will be awarded on a rolling basis, so apply early for the best opportunity to be considered



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