Application deadline: 1^st April 2015

Start date: 1^st May 2015 *Flexible

Duration: 3 years

In case of catalytic systems covalently attached to a support, the whole support catalyst system is lost whenever the catalytic activity cannot be restored. In contrast, a catch and release catalytic system can be prepared by non-covalent immobilization of an active catalyst onto a suitable magnetic support and the catalytic moiety can be released for catalyst regeneration. Such a system allows one to enhance mass transfer via magnetic actuation during the reaction and to perform catalyst regeneration in the absence of the carrier. Herein, we propose a supramolecular approach for regeneration of catalysts and enhancement of their catalytic performance via magnetic actuation. The magnetic microparticles will be functionalised with a binding motif, and the complementary motif will be covalently attached to a catalyst. The mass transfer enhancement rate in a catalytic reaction will be studied in a flow cell inserted into a quadruple magnetic actuator set-up.

Eligibility: 

Due to funding restrictions this award is available for well-qualified UK or EU students. Other motivated students are encouraged to apply but will need to secure their own funding. Candidates should hold a 1st or 2.1 degree; the ideal candidate will have a Masters Degree in Engineering, Physics, or the Sciences. The admission process will also require two supporting academic references and an English qualification if your first language is not English.

Funding Details:

The Scholarship will pay an annual stipend at the standard rate (currently £13,863) and tuition fees at the Home/EU rate for three years. International students may apply and, if successful, would be required to make up the difference in fees between the home and the overseas rates.

How to apply:

To apply for this post you must complete the online application form and quote scholarship referenceER15.

As soon as you have a University ID number you will be invited to upload your degree certificate, transcripts, CV and a personal statement that explains your specific research interests and why you should be considered for this award.

Application Form Course Details:

Department: School of Engineering

Course Type: Research

Course: Engineering (PhD)

Application form: http://www.go.warwick.ac.uk/pgapply