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Interfacial structure in ionic liquids studied by synchrotron X-ray reflectometry and surface force balance
UCL Chemistry
Applications are invited for the following fully-funded PhD studentship:
“Interfacial structure in ionic liquids studied by synchrotron X-ray reflectometry and surface force balance”
Ionic liquids (ILs) are salts which exist in the liquid state at room temperature. ILs have an interesting and useful combination of physical properties, including electrical conductivity and extreme non-volatility, which are currently enabling many new technologies such as elastic electronics. They are currently a ‘hot topic’ in many areas of research from catalysis to energy capture and storage. Relatively little is known about the structure of this new class of liquids, especially at the interface with solid materials (such as electrodes). The aim of this project is to use a range of surface analysis techniques to investigate the structure of ionic liquids adjacent to solid surfaces. The principal techniques will be synchrotron X-ray reflectometry (carried out at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility in Grenoble), and the surface force balance (carried out in UCL Chemistry department). For more information about the project, please contact Dr. S. Perkin: susan.perkin@ucl.ac.uk
This project is supported by world-class facilities in UCL Chemistry and at the adjacent London Centre for Nanotechnology, as well as using the ESRF synchrotron X-ray source. The rich academic environment in London includes many seminar series, visiting researchers and training opportunities. For more information visit the following websites: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/ , http://www.london-nano.com/ , http://www.chem.ucl.ac.uk/ .
Applicants should have a strong background (equivalent to 1st class or high 2.1 MChem) in physical or chemical science, should enjoy working independently and be self-motivated. Applicants must be UK citizens or comply with the EPSRC eligibility requirements:
http://www.epsrc.ac.uk/PostgraduateTraining/StudentEligibility.htm
Funding will be provided at the standard EPSRC rate with London weighting (tax-free stipends are currently ca. £15,500 p.a.). The start date is likely to be September 2009. Applicants should send a CV and covering letter, with contact details for two referees who are familiar with your academic work, directly to Dr. S. Perkin (susan.perkin@ucl.ac.uk) to arrive by 6th July 2009.
Interfacial structure in ionic liquids studied by synchrotron X-ray reflectometry and surface force balance
UCL Chemistry
Applications are invited for the following fully-funded PhD studentship:
“Interfacial structure in ionic liquids studied by synchrotron X-ray reflectometry and surface force balance”
Ionic liquids (ILs) are salts which exist in the liquid state at room temperature. ILs have an interesting and useful combination of physical properties, including electrical conductivity and extreme non-volatility, which are currently enabling many new technologies such as elastic electronics. They are currently a ‘hot topic’ in many areas of research from catalysis to energy capture and storage. Relatively little is known about the structure of this new class of liquids, especially at the interface with solid materials (such as electrodes). The aim of this project is to use a range of surface analysis techniques to investigate the structure of ionic liquids adjacent to solid surfaces. The principal techniques will be synchrotron X-ray reflectometry (carried out at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility in Grenoble), and the surface force balance (carried out in UCL Chemistry department). For more information about the project, please contact Dr. S. Perkin: susan.perkin@ucl.ac.uk
This project is supported by world-class facilities in UCL Chemistry and at the adjacent London Centre for Nanotechnology, as well as using the ESRF synchrotron X-ray source. The rich academic environment in London includes many seminar series, visiting researchers and training opportunities. For more information visit the following websites: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/ , http://www.london-nano.com/ , http://www.chem.ucl.ac.uk/ .
Applicants should have a strong background (equivalent to 1st class or high 2.1 MChem) in physical or chemical science, should enjoy working independently and be self-motivated. Applicants must be UK citizens or comply with the EPSRC eligibility requirements:
http://www.epsrc.ac.uk/PostgraduateTraining/StudentEligibility.htm
Funding will be provided at the standard EPSRC rate with London weighting (tax-free stipends are currently ca. £15,500 p.a.). The start date is likely to be September 2009. Applicants should send a CV and covering letter, with contact details for two referees who are familiar with your academic work, directly to Dr. S. Perkin (susan.perkin@ucl.ac.uk) to arrive by 6th July 2009.
Published at 20-08-2008
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