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01、爱丁堡大学
PhD studentship in Foundations of Quantum computing and quantum cryptography
University of Edinburgh | School of Informatics
博导：Dr Mina Doosti
截止日期：April 26, 2024 周五
资助的博士项目（全球学生）
项目描述：
About the Project
One fully funded PhD position is available to work withDr Mina DoostiandDr Myrto Arapinis, in the School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh, and co-advised withDr Farid Shahandehat the Royal Halloway University of London on a project titled“Resource frameworks for secure quantum computing and quantum cryptography”.
Project description:
Many quantum cryptographic protocols rely on cryptographic tasks like bit-commitment and coin-flipping, which are impossible to achieve perfectly in classical systems but can be exploited with quantum resources, highlighting the gap between classical and quantum capabilities. Recent cryptanalysis suggests emergence of fundamental quantum properties like contextuality, unclonability and nonlocality with cryptographic properties. Bridging the gap between quantum cryptography and resource theories aims to fully characterize quantum resources in cryptographic tasks, enabling the development of more secure protocols and algorithms. This project aims to deepen our understanding and innovate within both foundations of quantum and cryptography.
Candidate’s profile:
Applicants are expected to have a good Bachelor’s Hons degree (2.1 or above or international equivalent) and/or Master’s degree
A strong background in the theory of quantum computation, quantum foundations, quantum information theory, or closely related fields is highly desirable
Proficiency in English (both oral and written) is required
Studentship and eligibility
The duration of the program is 3 years.
The selected candidates will start as soon as possible
The studentship covers:
Full time PhD tuition fees for a student with a Home or Overseas fee status
A tax free stipend of £19,237 per year for 3.5 years
A sum of £2,000 is included for conferences and travel.
Application Information
We encourage the applicants to contact Dr Mina Doosti (mdoosti@ed.ac.uk) or Dr Farid Shahandeh (farid.shahandeh@rhul.ac.uk) for informal inquiries, before formally submitting their applications.
Formal applications should be made through the University’s admissions portal (EUCLID) and apply for the following programme:PhD Informatics: LFCS: Foundations of Computer Science, Databases, Software and Systems Modelling - 3 Years (Full-time)with a start date ofOctober 2024.
Applicants must state the project title, and the research supervisors (Mina Doosti & Myrto Arapinis) in their application and Research Proposal document.
Complete applications submitted by the 26th of April will receive full consideration. After that date, applications will be considered until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is 1st October 2024, but later start dates can be considered.
Applicants must submit:
All degree transcripts and certificates corresponding to all studies to date (and certified translations if applicable)
Evidence of English Language capability (where applicable in line withUniversity policy)
A short research proposal (max 2 pages).
A full CV and cover letter describing your background, suitability for the PhD, and research interests (max 2 pages – please combine your CV and cover letter into one document and upload it to the ‘CV’ upload field of the application form).
Two references (note that it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure reference letters are received before the deadline).
Only complete applications (i.e. those that are not missing the above documentation) will progress forward to Academic Selectors for further consideration.
Successful applicants for theQuantum Software Labwill collaborate with members from various departments, including Informatics, Mathematics, Physics and Astronomy, Engineering, and EPCC. Additionally, they will benefit from an external co-supervisor at Royal Holloway University of London. This program is part of the Oxford DTP allocated to the Quantum Computing and Simulation (QCS) Hub, offering candidates the chance to participate in QCS Hub activities and engage with quantum researchers across the UK.
Environment
The School of Informatics is one of the largest in Europe and currently the top Informatics institute in the UK for research power, with 40% of its research outputs considered world-leading (top grade), and almost 50% considered top grade for societal impact. The University of Edinburgh is constantly ranked among the world’s top universities (among the top 20 world’s universities in CS) and is a highly international environment with several centres of excellence.
Apply:
https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/degrees/index.php?r=site/view&edition=2024&id=493
02、奥克兰大学
Predicting Early Development in Moderate to Late Preterm Babies
Universityof Auckland|Liggins Institute
博导：Prof Jane Harding
截止日期：May 1, 2025 周四
资助的博士项目（全球学生）
项目描述：
About the Project
Over 80% of preterm babies are born between 32 and 36 weeks gestation: moderate-late preterm.These babies are 36% more likely to have disabilities, 50% more likely to have special educational needs, and six times more likely to have cerebral palsy than babies born at term, but the reasons for these adverse outcomes are not known.
Moderate-late preterm babies do not have routine brain scanning after birth, and do not usually have any follow-up once they go home.However, we have found that many have changes on brain MRI soon after birth, although these have often disappeared by term-equivalent age.The causes, incidence and significance of these changes are not known.
The aim of this project is to find out whether these changes on brain MRI may be early markers of later adverse outcomes.If so, this would represent a breakthrough in understanding the long-term problems that moderate-late preterm babies face, and provide opportunities for early intervention to reduce later disability.
This project can be undertaken as a Masters by Research or as a PhD.
What we are looking for in a successful applicant
Candidates must meet the entry criteria for a masters or doctoral degree at the University of Auckland.
Objectives
In moderate-late preterm babies:
Determine the incidence, size and distribution of brain changes on MRI
Investigate possible causes before and after birth
Assess development at 3 months of age
Assess outcomes, including cerebral palsy, at 2 years
Relate outcomes to MRI changes and 3 month assessments
Other information
Candidates may have an interest in and experience with MRI, mothers, babies or young children, including nurses, doctors, midwives, psychologists, physiotherapists, developmental therapists and MRI technicians. Scholarships available for suitably qualified candidates.
The Liggins Institute
The Liggins Institute is a world-leading research institute at Waipapa Taumata Rau University of Auckland. We are committed to improving lifelong health through excellent research into mothers, pregnancy and early childhood. Events prior to, during and after pregnancy can influence the types of diseases an infant may develop in later life. The Liggins Institute focuses its research on understanding these mechanisms in order to reduce the risk of disease onset. Our goal is to give every baby a healthy start for a healthy life.
University of Auckland – Liggins Institutehttps://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/liggins.html
Professor Jane Hardinghttps://profiles.auckland.ac.nz/j-harding
Closing date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
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