Aalborg University is providing a wonderful opportunity through its PhD Stipend in Membrane Processes for Metal’s Recovery from Spent Li-ion Batteries for the academic year 2025-2026.
The aim of this PhD program is to contribute to the advancement of clean and sustainable energy solutions by developing membrane processes for the recovery of valuable metals from spent lithium-ion batteries. The candidate will focus on membrane distillation and crystallization techniques, conducting lab-scale experiments and modeling processes to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
Established in 1974, Aalborg Universitet (Aalborg University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Aalborg (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), North Denmark Region. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Esbjerg, Copenhagen. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet (Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark), Aalborg Universitet (AAU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Aalborg Universitet (AAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 45 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.