University of Surrey - PhD Studentship in Antennas Design

 

PhD Studentship
Design and measurement methodologies of millimetre-wave smart antennas
University of Surrey

Applications are invited for a funded three-year PhD studentship
starting on 1 January 2013 to investigate the novel design and
measurement methodologies of millimetre-wave smart antennas.
Millimetre-wave smart antennas using, for example printed
reflectarray, are the key technology for satellite communications,
wireless local area networks and radars. At millimetre-wave bands they
offer multi-gigabit speeds to complement existing Wi-Fi capabilities
and enable new cutting-edge wireless applications. Main objectives of
this project include novel designs, implementations and measurement
techniques of millimetre-wave smart antennas. It will involve antenna
design, EM modelling and simulation, RF/millimetre-wave circuit
design, DSP algorithms, antenna measurement methodologies, FGPA
implementations, etc.

Candidates should hold a 1st class or 2.1 honours degree in
Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Overseas students with
equivalent degrees will also be considered. The candidate will
preferably have a Master degree, and research backgrounds in one or
more of the following areas: antenna design, RF circuit design,
antenna measurement, and electromagnetics.

The award will be for a period of 3 years and include Home/Overseas
tuition fees plus a stipend (approx £13,590 p.a). Applications are
welcome from both the UK and internationally.

The student will be jointly supervised by Dr. Tian Hong Loh at The
National Physical Laboratory (NPL), and Dr. Steven Gao at University
of Surrey, UK. NPL is the UK's National Measurement Institute and is a
world-leading centre of excellence in developing and applying the most
accurate measurement standards, science and technology. The novel
measurement techniques will be explored in the small and smart antenna
test range at NPL, which allows non-invasive antenna measurements. Dr.
Gao's Research Group at Surrey has extensive experience in the designs
of satellite communication antennas, smart antennas, phased arrays and
RF/millimeter-wave wireless systems.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr. Steven Gao, email:
s.gao@surrey.ac.uk.

Applications:

Applications should be sent to Dr. Steven Gao by post to Dr. Steven
Gao, Head of Antennas/RF/MM-Wave Group, Surrey Space Centre,
University of Surrey, Guildford, GU2 7XH, UK. Completed applications
should include a CV, a statement of research interests, the completed
application form, quoting the above studentship together with copies
of transcripts and certificate of qualifications. The Application Form
can be downloaded from:

(http://www.surrey.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply/)

Closing date: 21st October 2012

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60 PhD Grants in ICT, University of Trento, Italy

University of Trento

Announcement of selection
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF SELECTION: 28th cycle – academic year 2012/2013

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
ELECTRONICS AREA
Number of positions: 9
Number of grants: 9

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
COMPUTER SCIENCE AREA
Number of positions: 53
Number of grants: 40

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
TELECOMMUNICATIONS AREA
Number of positions: 12
Number of grants: 11

Announcement of selection: published in Gazzetta Ufficiale nr. 27 of 6th of April 2012 available in Box Download

Application's deadline to participate in the selection: 15th of May 2012

Contributions for the enrolment and the attendance: see Box Download

http://www.unitn.it/en/ateneo/2778/announcement-selection
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MSc by Research in Wireless Technologies and PhD in Molecular Science

MSc by Research in Wireless Technologies

The successful candidate will be a key member of a team with expertise in low power embedded system design, wireless sensor networks (protocols, coding and networking), design automation for wireless sensor networks.

Further Details: Please visit MSc by Research Position in Wireless Technologies, Tyndall National Institute, Ireland

PhD in Molecular Science

The program is open to students who hold a Master’s degree in the biosciences, chemistry, or related fields, or students who expect to finish their master study before June 2012.

Further Details: Please visit PhD Positions in Molecular Science in MFPL, Vienna, Austria
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Post Doc dan PhD Scholarship in Australia

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW
IN
RENEWABLE AND DISTRIBUTED POWER GENERATION (ARC LINKAGE PROJECT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG )

Expressions of Interest are invited for this position, which will be offered on a full-time basis for a period of 1.5 years with a possible renewal up to a further 1.5 years.

This Research Fellow will be required to conduct experimental/practical-oriented research on the ARC Linkage project and will contribute to infrastructure development for integration of renewable and distributed power generation to support electricity networks. Interested persons must possess a PhD in a relevant area of electrical engineering (or have submitted a thesis) preferably in electric power, and must have the ability to conduct experimental and laboratory based research in power engineering and have research capabilities in renewable energy technologies, including power system dynamics, stability and control. It is expected that interested persons will have a sound background on the application of power electronics in power systems.

The appointment will be at Academic Level A or Level B depending on qualifications, research and industrial experience (see salary details at
http://employment.uow.edu.au/index.html)


TWO AUSTRALIAN POSTGRADUATE INDUSTRY AWARDS (PhD SCHOLARSHIPS)
ON
RENEWABLE AND DISTRIBUTED POWER GENERATION
(ARC LINKAGE PROJECT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG )

Two Australian Postgraduate Industry Awards (APAIs), each worth $26,669
per annum (tax free) for three-years, are available for postgraduate
research towards the degree of Doctor of Philosophy. Successful
applicants will conduct research to contribute to infrastructure
development for integration of renewable and distributed power
generation into electricity grid systems. One APAI will conduct research
on power quality aspects related to the integration of renewable and
distributed power generation, and the other will carry out research on
network control and protection issues associated with the integration of
renewable and distributed energy resources. Candidates with
undergraduate honours (Class I or II(1)) or Masters degrees by research
in electrical engineering with power engineering major are invited to
express their interest in applying for these awards.


For all positions, interested candidates should send supporting
documentation including a CV and referee reports to the following address:

Associate Professor Kashem Muttaqi
Integral Energy Power Quality and Reliability Centre
School of Electrical, Computer and Telecommunications Engineering
University of Wollongong , NSW 2522, Australia
Email: kashem@uow.edu.au
Tel: +61 2 4221 3413
Fax +61 2 4221 3236

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Dr Vic Smith
Integral Energy Power Quality and Reliability Centre
School of Electrical, Computer & Telecommunications Engineering
University of Wollongong NSW 2522
Australia
Ph: +61 2 4221 4737
Fx: +61 2 4221 3236
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PhD Position at Environmental Remote Sensing Lab, EPFL, Switzerland

PhD position at EPFL - LTE
Estimation of precipitation using telecommunication microwave links

A microwave link consists of a transmitter sending a microwave signal (usually from about 10 to about 50 GHz) to a receiver at the other end. Its path is typically of the order of 10 km, at a few tens of meters above the ground. At microwave frequencies, the attenuation affecting the link signal when propagating through precipitation is nearly proportional to the rain rate.

Combining several path-averaged rain rate estimates with a tomography approach, it is possible to obtain maps of precipitation. Recently, the feasibility to estimate rain rate using commercial microwave links operated by telecommunication companies has been demonstrated.

Because of the extended coverage of commercial networks, this technique has a great potential to complement rain gauge and radar networks, especially in mountainous regions. It is therefore necessary to investigate the uncertainties aecting link estimates of precipitation in an Alpine context: frequent snowfall, rugged topography. Moreover, the uncertainties introduced by tomography techniques must also be addressed: neighboring links may have different frequencies and specific geometries for example.

The present project aims at investigating the estimation of precipitation in mountainous regions using telecommunication microwave links and at assessing the added value with respect to existing precipitation measurement networks. The focus will be on
1. Development of techniques to merge various sources of precipitation data.
2. Snowfall estimation.
3. Development of appropriate tomography techniques for precipitation mapping in mountainous regions.
4. Participation to eld campaigns involving links, rain gauges, disdrometers and radars.

Starting as soon as possible, this is a 4-year position at LTE, EPF Lausanne, Switzerland, with a competitive salary (starting at 52 000 CHF / year). Review of the applications will continue until the position is filled.

Background in statistics and programming is required. Background in one of the following areas is desirable: remote sensing, meteorology, tomography. Applications should include a CV, a statement of research interests and qualications, and contact details of three academic referees in electronic form.

Contact
A. Berne
Laboratoire de Teldetection Environnementale
EPFL
Bat. GR, Station 2 CH-1015 Lausanne, Switzerland.
Alexis.Berne@ep.ch
http://lte.ep.ch

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PhD Studentship in Telecommunication - Swansea University

PhD Studentship


The Institute of Advanced Telecommunications within the School of Engineering at Swansea University wishes to invite applicantions for prestigious PhD Studentship to work on the EPSRC/MobileVCE Core-5 research programme entitled Green Radio.

This prestigious studentship in Radio Resource Management for Future Mobile Cellular Radio Networks is now available to overseas applicants as well as UK and EU citizens.

Introduction: Green Radio is one of three exciting and innovative research programmes sponsored by the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC, www.epsrc.ac.uk <http://www.epsrc.ac.uk/> ) and the Mobile Virtual Centre of Excellence (VCE) in Mobile & Personal Communications (www.mobilevce.com <http://www.mobilevce.com/> ) as part of its Core-5 research programme. Green Radio is an industry-led collaboration with the Universities of Edinburgh, Bristol, Kings College London and Swansea.

Given the worldwide growth in the number of mobile subscribers and the increasing contribution of information technology to the overall energy consumption of the world, there is an urgent environmental need to reduce the energy requirements of radio access networks. From an operator perspective, reduced energy consumption translates directly to lower Operating Expenditure (OPEX). These are the key drivers of the Green Radio programme. Both wide area public networks (traditionally "cellular") and local area private networks (traditionally "wireless LAN") will be considered, recognising that the structure of a Green Radio Network may differ from today's radio networks.

PhD Project Definition:

Green Radio will develop new energy efficient cellular deployment architectures based on bringing BSs closer to mobile users. Increasing BS and/or relay densities increases inter- cell interference levels. Consequently inter-cell interference is a major barrier that impedes the realisation of energy efficient mobile cellular networks. Your role will be to exploit cooperation between BSs (and relays) in an LTE-advanced RAN in order to limit inter-cell as well as intra-cell interference by the appropriate use of radio resource management (RRM) techniques.

Eligibility:

You should hold a 1st class Honours degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline. Preference will be given to applicants who hold a related master's degree at distinction level. The studentships would also suit mature individuals with relevant industrial experience. For UK and EU applicants, the studentship will cover the full university tuition fees and provide a minimum starting stipend of £12,940 pa. In respect of overseas applicants, each studentship will cover the full university tuition fees including the overseas contribution and provide a minimum starting stipend of £12,940 pa. Minimum stipends are fixed annually by EPSRC. The scholarship is available now and must be taken up before 1st June 2009.

For informal enquiries please contact Professor Tim O'Farrell (t.ofarrell@swansea.ac.uk)

Prospective applicants are invited to follow the University's application procedures as detailed online at http://www.swan.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply/

Please mark your application form "EPSRC/MVCE Studentship Green Radio" in the space for funding organisation and highlight the topics you wish to apply for, in order of preference, in the section additional supporting information. Applications submitted without an up to date CV and suitable referees will not be considered.

Application closing date: Friday 17 April 2009

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