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Job Offer: PhD Studentship: Smart Surfaces for Anti-Scaling:Job description:Qualification Type: PhD Scaling and mineral deposits that occur due to dissolved materials in water is a problem in many industrial applications. How to remove this scaling without the use of harsh chemicals or methods to prevent it is crucial importance to both the environment and the economy. Studying scaling and its mitigation with new smart substrates gives us scientific insight that allows many technological advances. In recent work we have shown that on slippery-liquid like surfaces we can suppress the crystallization of saline droplets and can also be used in anti-fouling situations. We therefore expect these surfaces thus show excellent promise as anti-scaling/controlled scaling surfaces. In this PhD you will investigate how different types of smooth surface coating can affect the evaporation rate of the droplets, the deposition of residual materials, and the relative adhesion of the remaining deposits. You will then apply this expertise to create scaling resistant surfaces. It is expected that the applicant will have a good degree in Engineering or Physics with a good experimental background. We are particularly interested to hear from candidates with practice in surfaces, fluids and/or droplet manipulation. The student will be part of the Wetting, Interfacial Sciences and Engineering Group within the Institute for Multiscale Thermofliuds. You will join a vibrant community of PhD students, postdoctoral research associates and academics working in various aspects of surfaces and wetting. Prof Glen McHale will also be a member of the supervision team for this project. more information: The University of Edinburgh is committed to equality of opportunity for all its staff and students, and promotes a culture of inclusivity. Please see details here:https://www.ed.ac.uk/equality-diversity Closing Date: Thursday, June 27, 2024 Principal manager: Dr Gary Wells adjunct manager: Dr Rodrigo Ledesma Aguilar Eligibility: Minimum entry qualification - an Honours degree at 2:1 or above (or International equivalent) in a significant science or engineering discipline, possibly supported by an MSc Degree. more information onEnglish language requirements for EU/Overseas candidates. Funding: Applications are welcomed from self-funded students, or students who are applying for scholarships from the University of Edinburgh or elsewhere. more information and other funding options. Informal information: gary.wells@ed.ac.uk Skills:
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