Job Description
Funding
EPSRC Doctoral Training Partnership Studentship offering the award of fees, together with a tax‑free maintenance grant of £19,237 per year for 3.5 years. An additional top‑up of £3,000 per year for 3.5 years is also available to previous graduates of the University of Leeds.
Lead Supervisor
Dr Marco‑Felipe King –
Co‑supervisors
Dr Amirul Khan –
Dr Martin Lopez‑Garcia –
Project Summary
Background:
The evolution of healthcare facilities is pivotal for effective patient care and safety. However, hospitals often grapple with the dual challenges of infection control and energy efficiency, particularly in the context of anticipated climate changes. Traditional environmental controls in hospitals, while focusing on infection transmission via air, close‑range interactions, and surface contact, have not adequately addressed the emerging needs for energy optimisation and climate resilience. The an...