Chemistry Fully Funded EPSRC & Swansea University PhD: Studying Molecule-Surface Interaction Potentials Using Magnetic Molecular Interference Experiments

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Chemistry Fully Funded EPSRC & Swansea University PhD: Studying Molecule-Surface Interaction Potentials Using Magnetic Molecular Interference Experiments

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Offer DescriptionChemistry: Fully Funded EPSRC & Swansea University PhD: Studying Molecule-Surface Interaction Potentials Using Magnetic Molecular Interference ExperimentsThe interaction between a molecule and a surface lies at the heart of a huge range of topics, including industrial catalysis, green energy production, re-entry of space vehicles into the atmosphere and even the physics and chemistry of star creation in the interstellar medium.While the equations which govern the interaction between a molecule and a surface are well know, there are a lot of atoms/electrons involved, and even the most power computers cannot accurately model surface systems. The usual solution to this, is to model surface systems using approximate calculation methods instead, methods which are constantly being improved.Our research group, which includes researchers with backgrounds in physics and/or chemistry, has developed a unique apparatus called the Magnetic Molecular Interferometer (MMI), which can both coherently control and resolve the rotational quantum states of ground state molecules in a way which is impossible using the more common laser-based techniques. The complex interference pattern measured by the MMI is one of the most sensitive observables of the interaction between a molecule and a solid surface, containing detailed information on the change of the quantum wave function during the collision event. The student will be working on a new EPSRC project (EP/X037886/1) which aims to extract the molecule-surface interaction potential directly from the experimental data. Empirical determination of molecule-surface potentials will be a major step towards developing reliable theoretical models and is expected to have an impact on a wide range of field and applications which rely on such calculations, including those mentioned above.To perform MMI experiments the student will learn how to use atomic and molecular beams, ultra-high-vacuum and cryogenic technology and a wide range of measurement instrumentation and surface science techniques. The project will also include analysis of MMI measurements and further developing numerical simulation tools which relate MMI measurements to the underlying interaction potential. The project will be performed in collaboration with the theoretical chemistry group at Leiden University and will include an opportunity to travel to Leiden for a training period of a few weeks.RequirementsResearch Field Chemistry » Molecular chemistry Education Level Bachelor Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsCandidates must hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level in chemistry, physics or a related subject. If you are eligible to apply for the scholarship (i.e. a student who is eligible to pay the UK rate of tuition fees) but do not hold a UK degree, you can check our comparison entry requirements. Please note that you may need to provide evidence of your English Language proficiency.Specific RequirementsDue to funding restrictions, this scholarship is open to applicants eligible to pay tuition fees at the UK rate only, as defined by .Additional InformationBenefitsThis scholarship covers the full cost of tuition fees and an annual stipend at £19,237.Additional research expenses will also be available.Eligibility criteriaCandidates must hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level in chemistry, physics or a related subject. If you are eligible to apply for the scholarship (i.e. a student who is eligible to pay the UK rate of tuition fees) but do not hold a UK degree, you can check our comparison entry requirements. Please note that you may need to provide evidence of your English Language proficiency.Due to funding restrictions, this scholarship is open to applicants eligible to pay tuition fees at the UK rate only, as defined by .Selection processPlease see our website for more information.Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Swansea University Country United Kingdom City Swansea Postal Code SA2 8PP GeofieldWhere to apply WebsiteContact CitySwansea WebsiteStreetSingleton Park Postal CodeSA28PP E-Mailg.n.alexandrowicz@swansea.ac.ukSTATUS: EXPIRED

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£19237 per year

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Swansea

Job date

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 07:19:32 GMT

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