小湿妹视频 of alloying additions on the extrusion of high-performance automotive aluminium alloys using advanced physical thermomechanical simulation
Applications are invited for a full-time EPSRC Industrial CASE (ICASE) PhD studentship for the project “小湿妹视频 of alloying additions on the extrusion of high-performance automotive aluminium alloys using advanced physical thermomechanical simulation”, at 小湿妹视频 of London, starting in October 2025.
is a speciality research centre in metallurgy with a focus on the processing of metallic materials for lightweighting applications.
The project is sponsored by .
Successful applicants will receive an annual stipend (bursary) plus payment of their full-time home tuition fees for a period of up to 48 months (4 years).
About the project
As the automotive industry accelerates towards electrification, lightweighting is crucial to improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions. Aluminium alloys are at the forefront of this evolution, especially for structural components in Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), where crash safety and high strength are vital. Constellium’s 6XXX series aluminium alloys are essential in achieving these goals.
This PhD project focuses on the study of alloying additions and their effects on the extrusion process of high-performance automotive aluminium alloys, using advanced physical thermomechanical simulation techniques. Specifically, you will use the state-of-the-art Gleeble 3800-GTC Thermal-Mechanical Physical Simulation system to simulate extrusion processing and optimise the microstructure and texture of aluminium alloys. These insights will help improve crash safety and strength.
You will have the opportunity to learn from Constellium’s industrial research engineers in addition to receiving expert training from BCAST researchers in the use of the high-end characterisation facilities at BCAST.
For informal inquiries, please contact Dr Ebad Bagherpour at ebad.bagherpour@brunel.ac.uk
Key benefits
- Hands-on experience with Gleeble 3800-GTC, a world-class thermomechanical simulator, to push the boundaries of alloy performance
- Collaboration with Constellium, a global leader in high-performance aluminium products
- Training in advanced electron microscopy and materials characterization techniques
- Annual stipend starting at approximately £23,000, with full home tuition coverage for up to 48 months
Eligibility
We are looking for candidates with a strong interest in materials science and engineering, particularly in metal processing and characterisation. Prior experience with physical thermomechanical simulation and electron microscopy is advantageous but not required.
Successful candidates will be highly motivated, capable of working both independently and collaboratively, and eager to contribute.
To be eligible to apply, applicants should be “UK Residents” as defined by the EPSRC.
To be treated as a home student, candidates must meet one of these criteria:
- Be a UK national (meeting residency requirements)
- Have settled status
- Have pre-settled status (meeting residency requirements)
- Have indefinite leave to remain or enter.
How to apply
Please submit your application documents (see list below) in one PDF file by 12pm on 10 January 2025 to cedps-pgr-office@brunel.ac.uk.
Application requirements:
- Your up-to-date CV
- A personal statement (300-500 words) summarising your background, skills, and interest in this project
- Undergraduate/Postgraduate degree certificates and transcripts
- Evidence of English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, with no section below 6.0), if applicable
- Contact details of two referees, one being an academic staff member from your current or previous institution
Remember to state the title of the project in the subject of your email.
Interviews will take place in January 2025.
Ebad Bagherpour Jahromi - Dr. Ebad Bagherpour is a Lecturer at the Brunel Centre for Advanced Solidification Technology (BCAST), 小湿妹视频 London. He oversees the thermomechanical activities at BCAST, including the Physical Thermomechanical Simulation Laboratory (featuring a Gleeble 3800-GTC system) and the mechanical characterization laboratories. His work focuses on deformation mechanisms, forming technologies, and advanced thermomechanical processing techniques. With over 15 years of combined academic and industrial experience, he has established expertise in mechanical material characterization, microstructure-property relationships, cyclic response of metals, and forming processes.
Dr. Bagherpour earned his PhD in Materials Science and Engineering through a joint program between Shiraz University and Semnan University, with part of his research conducted as a visiting PhD researcher at Doshisha University, Japan. He also holds MSc and BSc degrees in Materials Science and Engineering from Shiraz University. Before joining 小湿妹视频, he served as a Research Fellow at BCAST, Lecturer at Shiraz University, Postdoctoral Researcher at Doshisha University, and R&D Manager at Shiraz Kahroba Industrial Co.
He is a Fellow of the Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining (FIMMM), an Associate Editor for Discover Applied Science (Springer Nature), and a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Elsevier Advisory Panel and the Japan Institute of Metals and Materials (JIM). Dr. Bagherpour has made significant editorial contributions, serving as an Editor for Modern Materials Science and Technology and Engineering and Solid Mechanics, as well as a Guest Editor for Crystals/MDPI. He has reviewed for leading journals such as Acta Materialia, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, and Materials Science and Engineering A.
Dr. Bagherpour has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his impactful contributions to metallurgy and materials science, with an H-index of 17 on Scopus and 19 on Google Scholar. Additionally, he has played a key role in organizing and contributing to technical committees for international conferences, furthering research and collaboration in his field.
Dedicated to advancing materials science and engineering, Dr. Bagherpour continues to lead research and educational initiatives, driving innovation and excellence in the discipline.