诺森比亚大学招收天体物理学博士
About the Project
In February 2022, SpaceX launched 49 Starlink satellites. They had launched over a thousand satellites previously, and at first this looked like another successful launch. The day after the launch, a geomagnetic storm occurred which led to 40 of the satellites being lost: a failure rate of 80%.
Geomagnetic storms are the most extreme type of space weather. They are a key consideration for both private companies working in space and governments considering how space impacts infrastructure on the ground. They are also a key area of scientific research, and understanding how the Earth behaves during these storms – and how this behaviour is different to in other times – is one of the big questions in the field.
However, our definitions of geomagnetic storms often differ between different studies, and understanding how techniques to identify these storms are different is a vital question. The goal of this project is to examine the different ways of defining these phenomena and to find out how they are similar, how they differ, and how this might affect our ability to understand and predict these extreme events.
You will exploit multiple datasets, using a variety of statistical and data science techniques to analyse them. You will also collaborate with colleagues both in Newcastle and worldwide; and present your work at international conferences and in leading journals.
You will have regular one-on-one meetings with supervisors and will take part in activities within our larger research group, including presenting work to colleagues and attending group seminars to learn about the rest of the group’s work. You will attend national and international conferences to develop your communication skills, see reports of results from the cutting edge of our field and gain networking opportunities. You will work with collaborators both nationally and internationally. You will develop your skills in programming in Python.
This project is ideal for a student who has studied physics, applied mathematics, or a closely related science. A background in space plasma physics is not necessary but is desirable. Prior knowledge of a programming language, particularly Python, is highly desirable, but training in all necessary computing skills will be provided.
How to Apply:
For further details of how to apply, entry requirements and the application form, visit:
https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/research/postgraduate-research-degrees/how-to-apply/
Deadline for applications: 15th May 2023
Start Date: 1st October 2023
You must include the relevant advert reference code in your application, (e.g. RDF23/EE...).
You will join a strong, supportive Solar and Space Physics research group, and you can find out more about the Group here = https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/academic-departments/mathematics-physics-and-electrical-engineering/research/solar-and-space-physics/ . The Group plays multiple roles in space-based instruments and missions, has regular discussion sessions (including with international visitors) and runs an established research seminar series and journal club; all of which creates an ideal research environment to support your learning.
You do not need to submit a research proposal for the proposed project, since the project is already defined by the supervisor. If you have your own research idea and wish to pursue that, then this is also possible - please indicate this on your application (if this is the case, then please include a research proposal of approximately 300 words).
Eligibility Requirements:
This studentship is available to home * and international applicants.
Eligibility requirements:
· Academic excellence of the proposed student i.e. 2:1 (or equivalent GPA from non-UK universities [preference for 1st class honours]); or a Masters (preference for Merit or above); or APEL evidence of substantial practitioner achievement.
· Appropriate IELTS score, if required.
· Applicants cannot apply for this funding if currently engaged in Doctoral study at elsewhere.
* Please note: to be classed as a Home student, candidates must meet the following criteria:
• be a UK National (meeting residency requirements), or
• have settled status, or
• have pre-settled status (meeting residency requirements), or
• have indefinite leave to remain or enter.
If a candidate does not meet the criteria above, they would be classed as an International student.
Applicants will need to be in the UK and fully enrolled before stipend payments can commence, and be aware of the following additional costs that may be incurred, as these are not covered by the studentship:
• Immigration Health Surcharge https://www.gov.uk/healthcare-immigration-application
• If you need to apply for a Student Visa to enter the UK, please refer to the information on https://www.gov.uk/student-visa . It is important that you read this information very carefully as it is your responsibility to ensure that you hold the correct funds required for your visa application otherwise your visa may be refused.
• Costs associated with English Language requirements which may be required for students not having completed a first degree in English, will not be borne by the university.
We offer all applicants full guidance on the application process. For informal enquiries, please email the Principal Supervisor - john.coxon@northumbria.ac.uk
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