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1、谢菲尔德大学
Interplay between Algorithms and Combinatorics
University of Sheffield | School of Computer Science
博导：Prof Parinya Chalermsook
截止日期：July 31, 2025 周四
资助的博士项目（全球学生）
About the Project
The synergies between computer science and combinatorics have led to many ground-breaking results in the past decades. The goal of this project is to explore new and old connections between computational and combinatorics problems, in order to make progress on long-standing problems.
This project investigates the rich interplay between algorithms and extremal combinatorics. We aim to explore two types of research questions:
- Classical computational problems with inherent connections to combinatorics, and
- Extremal problems motivated by algorithmic or computational perspectives.
A central theme is how techniques from one research area can inspire exciting progress in another. To get a glimpse of the types of problems we study, consider the following themes and references:
Forbidden Matrices and Data Structures. The analysis of dynamic data structures can be notoriously difficult. Pettie (2010) introduced a novel combinatorial lens using forbidden submatrices to study their complexity: https://epubs.siam.org/doi/abs/10.1137/1.9781611973075.118. Building on this, recent works have extended this method in various directions: https://epubs.siam.org/doi/abs/10.1137/1.9781611977912.7, https://epubs.siam.org/doi/abs/10.1137/1.9781611977554.ch22
Ramsey Theory and Graph Packing.
Another example of the interplay between algorithms and combinatorics arises in the context of graph packing. See the following paper: https://epubs.siam.org/doi/abs/10.1137/1.9781611976465.54
Algorithmic extremal combinatorics.
Another exciting direction is blending classical extremal notions such as doubling dimension with computational aspects, leading to new results in efficient algorithms. For instance, we have recent successes in the context of clustering: https://arxiv.org/abs/2304.03146
Supervisor Bio
Prof. Parinya Chalermsook studies the interplay between computation and combinatorics, applying this perspective across diverse areas including data structures, game theory, network design, and geometry. His trademark approach relies on this interplay to tackle long-standing open problems and build broadly applicable theoretical tools.
About the School/Research Group
In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework 99 percent of our research was rated in the highest two categories, meaning it is classed as world-leading or internationally excellent. We are rated as 8th nationally for the quality of our research environment, showing that the School of Computer Science is a vibrant and progressive place to undertake research.
Candidate Requirements
Minimum 2.1 undergraduate honours degree or Master’s degree with Merit in a relevant discipline (such as Computer Science, Mathematics or others related to the PhD topic), or international equivalent.
If English is not your first language, you must have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in each component.
We are specifically looking for candidates who,
- have strong mathematical and/or algorithmic background,
- are passionate about research,
- enjoy problem solving and deep thinking, and
- possess a high-level of resilience to pursue difficult tasks (under supervision)
How to Apply
To apply for a PhD studentship, applications must be made directly to the University of Sheffield using the Postgraduate Online Application Form. Make sure you name Prof. Parinya Chalermsook as your proposed supervisor(s).
Information on what documents are required and a link to the application form can be found here - https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/phd/apply/applying
The form has comprehensive instructions for you to follow, and pop-up help is available.
Your research proposal should:
- be no longer than 4 A4 pages, include references
- outline your reasons for applying for this studentship
- explain how you would approach the research, including details of your skills and experience in the topic area
Funding Notes
The PhD studentship will cover standard UK home tuition fees and provide a tax-free stipend at the standard UK Research Council rate (currently £19,237 for the 2024/25 academic year) for 3.5 years.
If you are an overseas student, you are eligible to apply but you must have the means to pay the difference between the UK and overseas tuition fees by securing additional funding or self-funding.
2、悉尼大学
Electrified Chemical Synthesis for a Zero-Carbon Future
University of Sydney | School of Chemistry
博导：Dr Haihui Joy Jiang
截止日期： July 30, 2025 周三
资助的博士项目（全球学生）
About the Project
Synthetic nitrogen fertilizer produced by the Haber-Bosch process provides food security for half of the global population (4 billion people) today. However, this industrial process accounts for 1.4% of global CO₂ emissions, 1-2% of the world’s total energy consumption, and nearly 40% of world’s hydrogen fuels every year. Inspired by lightning strikes in nature, we use electrical discharge to drive radical reactions at gas-liquid-solid interfaces. Our group designs green and scalable methods to electrify chemical synthesis and simplify synthetic routes that are otherwise energy intensive or pollutive. Inorganic chemistry projects include making nitrogen fertilizers, fuels, and sanitation products from air and water. Organic chemistry projects include plasma driven cross-coupling reactions, aromatic functionalization, and olefin oxidation reactions.
About this opportunity:
Interested in starting a PhD in late 2025 / early 2026 and completing the program in 3.5 years? We are looking for curious, energetic, and self-motivated candidates, whom are passionate about solving interdisciplinary problems.
Requirements:
- a major in Chemistry or Materials Science (or related fields e.g., Physics or Chemical Engineering)
- a 4-year undergraduate degree (with First Class Honours or with a research thesis), or a Master’s Degree by mid-late 2025
- prior research experience (preferably with publication)
- excellent communication skills in English (e.g., either English native speaker or with IELTS >6.5 across all sections; or TOFEL >88 overall, with >22 across all section)
- an overall GPA of above 3.3/4.0 (or >83/100 or top 15% in your class)
- graduating from one of the top 200 universities worldwide (required), preferably top 100 worldwide.
How to apply:
Please submit this google form and attach your CV for initial screening:
https://forms.gle/4uZvWejpn3CQUhCy9
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International (non-Australian) candidates should submit their applications 3-6 months in advance. Australian (domestic) candidates are encouraged to apply >2 months in advance.
Note:
- Please make sure that you meet all requirements specified above before submission.
- If you pass initial screening, you will likely receive an email from me to request more info within 1-2 weeks after applying.
- If you don't hear back >3 weeks after applying, that means you did not pass initial screening. Due to the large volume of applications that we receive on a daily basis, please do not send any follow-up email nor platform enquiry, otherwise your email may be considered as spam and will be blocked by our server.
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