Photoevaporation of discs around binary stars, by binary stars at University of Sheffield 2025

Eligibility

• The Photoevaporation of Discs Around Binary Stars PhD project at the University of Sheffield is open to students worldwide.
• Applicants should have a strong background in astrophysics, N-body simulations, and a solid understanding of stellar formation and disc evolution.
• Candidates should be comfortable working with complex simulations and have an interest in studying star clusters and binary systems, particularly in the context of photoevaporation and planetary disc destruction.

Application Process

• To apply for the competition-funded PhD studentship, candidates must visit the University of Sheffield's postgraduate application portal: PhD Study at Sheffield. 
• Detailed instructions on the application process are available on this page. Applications for full consideration for an STFC-funded PhD must be submitted before 31st January 2025.

Value/Benefits

• This competition-funded PhD offers the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research on the evolution of star clusters and the photoevaporation process in binary star systems.
• The student will develop and run N-body simulations that investigate the effects of massive stars' radiation on planet-forming discs.