Quantum dynamics of electrons in emerging 2D devices

Two-dimensional (2D) materials are at the forefront of research in quantum phenomena in condensed matter, with many research groups worldwide currently exploring their fundamental properties and applications. A large number of different types of 2D materials exist and each offer a wide variety of different properties. These monolayers can be stacked to create van der Waals (vdW) heterostructures that are designed with specific “built-in” device functionality. The properties of these stacks depend critically on their layer configuration and can be dramatically modified by controlling the relative “twist” angle between the lattices of the layers. The aim of this project is to develop models to understand and predict new quantum transport phenomena of electron moving between and within the layers of novel vdW heterostructures. You will theoretically investigate the electronic properties of different layer configurations of graphene with different 2D semiconductors and consider the effect of “twist” angle and magnetic fields. You will be apart of a strong community of PhD, PostDoctoral, academic and research staff at Loughborough who are also investigating the electronic properties of 2D materials. You will also benefit from interactions with our project partners working at other institutions around the world. Loughborough University has an applied research culture. In REF 2021, 94% of the work submitted was judged to be top-rated as 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent'. We are a community based on mutual support and collaboration. Through our Doctoral College there are continual opportunities for building important research skills and networks among your peers and research academics. 94% of Loughborough’s research impact is rated world-leading or internationally excellent. REF 2021

The standard University IELTS English language requirement is 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each individual element (reading, writing, listening and speaking).

International students: £29,500

UK students: £5,238

UK/Home: £5,238

International: £29,500

October 2026

31 July 2026

• Loughborough, United Kingdom