Acoustic Performance of Photovoltaic Systems in Noise Control Applications

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (IBM) and the Building Technologies Research Group (BT) offer a PhD opportunity at the intersection of acoustics and PV systems. This position explores how to integrate PV technologies into acoustic design and investigates acoustic behaviour of different PV technologies when (A) used as roadside noise barriers and (B) integrated into building façades. The project contributes to emerging “green acoustics” approaches and opens opportunities for innovation at the intersection of noise control and renewable energy. 

As a PhD candidate, you will develop multidisciplinary expertise and connect to researchers and industry in both acoustics and solar energy. You will gain expertise in experimental acoustics, advanced numerical modelling, sustainable building technologies and performance optimization.

Are you motivated to take a step towards a doctorate and open up exciting career opportunities? As a PhD Candidate with us, you will work to achieve your doctorate, and at the same time gain valuable experience that qualifies you for a further career in higher education and research, in and outside academia.

Your immediate leader will be an Associate Professor.

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