Description:This project is part of a larger research programme which aims to deliver sustainable and novel technologies for energy storage applications. In particular, the project focuses on using native New Zealand plant fibre for its development. The research programme, led by A/Prof Xiaowen Yuan, is supported by a MBIE funded grant and involves national and international researchers, as well as industry partners.
Skills Requirement: A background in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Physics, or similar discipline is required. Experience in the fabrication of carbon nanomaterials (carbon nanotubes, graphene, etc.) and carbon-based nanocomposites, as well as their applications in energy storage and conversion devices is desirable.
Department: School of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences
Type: PhD or Masters, Expressions of Interest
Scholarship: The successful student will receive a STIPEND of $25k per annum for 3 years (for PhD) or 1 year (for Masters). A fee waiver may also be offered to suitable candidates, subject to conditions. In addition, excellent candidates may receive the scholarship top-up.
Applicants will need to satisfy the admission criteria for AUT’s PhD program and hold an appropriate visa at the time of application.
If interested and you wish to find out more details, please send your CV and cover letter to:
Andrew Hilton
ahilton@aut.ac.nz