Topic: microstructure

Study how alloy design and processing affect the microstructure and mechanical performance of refractory and other high-temperature alloys for nuclear and space applications. Work includes fabrication, scanning electron microscopy, electron backscatter diffraction and collaboration with alloy-development teams. The initial appointment can last up to 24 months; extensions depend on performance and funding.

Research appointment in the Optical Ceramics Group, investigating ceramic slurry preparation, bulk-material sintering and the relationship between processing conditions and microstructure. The initial contract lasts one year and may be renewed up to a total of five years. The advertised start is 1 October 2026, negotiable with the successful applicant. Recruitment remains open until the position is filled.

White matter microstructure underpins cognition and function in the human brain through the facilitation of neuronal communication, and the non-invasive characterization of this structure remains an elusive goal in the neuroscience community. Efforts to assess white matter microstructure are hampered by the sheer amount of information needed for characterization. Current techniques address this problem by representing white matter features with single scalars that are often not easy to interpret. Here, we address these issues by introducing tools from soft matter for the characterization of wh