As from March 5th, 2024, you can apply to this PhD topic via this link.
Before applying, please consult the guidelines for application.
🔬 PhD Opportunity: Durability Assessment of Innovative Binders for Radioactive Waste Immobilization
The safe management of radioactive waste is a critical challenge for both nuclear energy and environmental sustainability. As part of ongoing research, SCK CEN is offering a PhD opportunity focused on evaluating the durability of innovative cement and geopolymer materials designed to immobilize radioactive waste.
Key Details:
Focus: Durability of novel binders in waste immobilization
Location: Collaboration with SCK CEN & KU Leuven
Expertise: Materials science, construction, building materials
Duration: 4 years
Mentors: Lander Frederickx (SCK CEN), Özlem Cizer (KU Leuven), Yiannis Pontikes (KU Leuven)
📅 Applications open on March 5th, 2024.
For inquiries, contact the mentors directly:
Lander Frederickx: lander.frederickx@sckcen.be
Özlem Cizer: ozlem.cizer@kuleuven.be
🔗 For more details, visit the official application page and guidelines PhD | Durability assessment of innovative binders for radioactive waste immobilization | SCK CEN