PhD Scholarship - AI-Enabled Geothermal Systems for Sustainable Buildings

Who it is for

• AI Enabled Geothermal Utilisation for Sustainable Buildings Applications will remain open until a candidate has been appointed Supporting a PhD candidate as part of the REACH Trailblazer Program to initiate and conduct research in AI-enhanced optimisation of geothermal building systems.
• Key details Project supervisorA/Prof Hong Xian LiAdditional supervisionProf Yong XaingProf Guillermo A.
• Narsilio (University of Melbourne)Deakin institute and facultySchool of Architecture and Built EnvironmentSchool of Information TechnologyFaculty of Science, Engineering and Built EnvironmentLocationGeelong Waterfront Campus Value and duration The scholarships is available over three years (possible six-month extension) and offers:a stipend of
• $45,550 per annum tax exempt (2025 rate)a relocation allowance of $500-1,500 (for single to family) for students moving from interstatecontribution to research purposes including travel of $1,500 per annum for three years.a once-off $5,000 conference travel allowancean annual research allowance of $1,100 (per year)For international students,
• the awardee will also receive:tuition fees offset for the duration of four yearssingle Overseas Student Health Cover policy for the duration of the student visa.
• Research aim This PhD project aims to advance the performance and reliability of geothermal heat pump systems for sustainable buildings by integrating cutting-edge artificial intelligence techniques.The research will analyse real-world system performance a ||| Am I eligible?
• To be eligible you must:meet Deakin's PhD entry requirementsenrol full timehold an honours degree (first class) or an equivalent standard masters degree with substantial research component.Please refer to the research degree entry pathways page for further information.
• Ready to apply?
• Please email your CV and cover letter (including your interest in the project) to A/Prof Hong Xian Li.
• Your CV should highlight your skills, education, publications and relevant work experience.
• If successful, you will then be invited to submit a formal application.
• Email A/Prof Hong Xian Li Research degree entry requirements Set yourself up for success.
• Each type of Deakin research degree has specific entry requirements designed to ensure that graduate researchers are well prepared for the challenges of advanced study.
• Learn more Contact us If you would like more information or have any questions about this scholarship, please contact the project supervisors.A/Prof Hong Xian Li hong.li@deakin.edu.au Discover more Find a scholarship Research degrees How to apply for a research degree International graduate researchers [ACTION LINK] Equity schemes and scholarships
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