PhD in Nanofabrication
Scholarship Description
A PhD studentship is available for a student interested in nano-fabrication. This project aims to establish methods to produce functional micro/nano devices with embedded actuation. Micro/nano-sized devices based on electroactive polymer (EAP) actuators that will operate both in aqueous and non-aqueous media will be produced by combining focused ion beam milling, electron beam lithography and scanning probe lithography techniques, supported by modelling analysis and simulation modules. While the most tangible output of the project will be a prototype nano-actuator device, the main motivations for the project are to: • develop efficient fabrication methods to produce complex 3D micro &nano-structures incorporating functional materials, & • understand the fundamental performance of micro and nano-scale actuators fabricated from electroactive polymers. Project will be conducted in collaboration with researchers from the Centre of Excellence for Electromat.
| Reference Number: | 3561 |
| Study Subject: | Science |
| Provided By: | The University of Sydney |
| To be undertaken at: | The University of Sydney. |
| Level: | Post Graduate (Research) |
Availability
This scholarship is offered dependent on funds to one person. Open for applications from December 16, 2007 until November 15, 2008.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD25000 (per annum). This award is to be used for research and living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 2 years if masters or 3 years if PhD.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY or PHYSICAL SCIENCES. It is required that your study starts no earlier than March 1, 2008 and no later than March 1, 2011.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 2a or equivalent. Only citizens of Australia or permanent residents can apply.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Julie Cairney (Senior Lecturer) Electron Microscope Unit Email: j.cairney@usyd.edu.au |