Design and Synthesis of Supramolecular Materials for Next-Generation Photovoltaics (Ref: CM/SEB-SF1/2026)
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- Funding
- Self-Funded PhD Students Only
- Application deadline
- 1 July 2027
About the project
About the Project This PhD research project focuses on the design, synthesis, and self-assembly of supramolecular materials for applications in next-generation electronics and solar energy technologies. The project will explore how molecular-level control over structure and selfassembly can be used to tune electronic and photophysical properties. The successful candidate will design and synthesise functional organic molecules and investigate their organisation through supramolecular interactions (e.g. hydrogen bonding, π–π stacking, and metal coordination). You will study how controlled molecular packing influences charge transport, light absorption and emission properties of the systems. This project will provide the PhD candidate an excellent training opportunity in synthetic organic chemistry techniques, supramolecular self-assembly and photophysical analysis, in modern well-equipped laboratories. Name of primary supervisor/CDT lead: Dr Samantha E. Bodman S.E.Bodman@lboro.ac.uk https://www.lboro.ac.uk/departments/chemistry/staff/samantha-bodman/ Entry requirements: Applicants should have or expect to achieve at least a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent international qualification) in chemistry. We are looking for candidates with: An interest in supramolecular chemistry, materials science, or organic synthesis. Motivation to work in an interdisciplinary research environment. Good communication and independent research skills. English language requirements: Applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements. Further details are available on the International website ( http://www.lboro.ac.uk/international/applicants/english/ ). Bench fees required: Yes Bench fee value: £2500 Closing date of advert: 1st July 2027 Start date: October 2026, February 2027, July 2027, October 2027 Full-time/part-time availability: Full-time 3 years Fee band: 2025/26 Band RB (UK £5,006, International £28,600) How to apply: All applications should be made online . Under programme name, select Chemistry. Please quote the advertised reference number: CM/SEB-SF1/2026 in your application. To avoid delays in processing your application, please ensure that you submit a CV and the minimum supporting documents . The following selection criteria will be used by academic schools to help them make a decision on your application. Please note that this criteria is used for both funded and self-funded projects. Please note, applications for this project are considered on an ongoing basis once submitted and the project may be withdrawn prior to the application deadline, if a suitable candidate is chosen for the project. Project search terms: chemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, synthetic chemistry, supramolecular chemistry Email Address Sci: sci-pgr@lboro.ac.uk