Join our Research Group
We are currently recruiting three PhD students to join our research group, with projects spanning aviation, atmospheric chemistry, and sustainable flight.
If you are excited by research at the intersection of science, engineering, and real-world impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Open PhD Positions - Application deadline 4th January 2027
1. The Chemistry of Contrails
Explore the chemical processes that shape contrail formation and evolution, and help improve understanding of aviation’s impact on the atmosphere and climate.
2. Reporting What Pilots Can See - Brahmal Institute
This project will design and evaluate a collaborative system for reporting and sharing contrail observations across airlines and air navigation service providers.
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3. Next Generation Fuels for Net-Zero Aviation - Brahmal Institute
Investigate the future of sustainable aviation through research on next generation fuels, helping to address one of the most important challenges in the transition to net-zero flight.
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The Brahmal Vasudevan Institute for Sustainable Aviation recruits a cohort of PhDs every year. We encourage all interested candidates to consider the broader Doctoral Programme for Sustainable Aviation. Please check here for October 2027 entries.
Interested in Joining Us?
We welcome applications from motivated students with strong backgrounds relevant to our research areas. If you want to discuss further, please contact Dr Sebastian Eastham.