Combinatorics, Algebra and Number Theory PhD Projects
PhD projects in the Centre for Combinatorics, Algebra and Number Theory
The School of Mathematical Sciences invites applications for the PhD projects listed below in the Centre for Combinatorics, Algebra and Number Theory.
The Centre for Combinatorics, Algebra and Number Theory (CeCANT) encompasses a broad spectrum of research with a long and distinguished history at Queen Mary. CeCANT includes over 20 academic staff in the School of Mathematical Sciences (SMS). The centre includes a vibrant community of PhD students, fully embedded in our research culture, and has strong research connections with other centres in SMS and beyond.
The Centre also welcomes applications year-round from students with alternative sources of funding, such as self-funding, Doctoral Loans, Commonwealth scholarships, or other funding options. Contact the relevant academic to discuss projects alternatively if you are considering a PhD using funding not listed below, we encourage you to contact the relevant academic to discuss potential projects.
The following projects are currently open to applicants and will be considered on a rolling basis for interview and offer:
| Project Title | Supervisor | Funding | Start Date | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cellular-like resolutions from Chern classes | Alex Fink | CSC/EPSRC/Underrepresented/Self-Funded | Sep 2026 | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Extremal Combinatorics | Robert Johnson | EPSRC | Sep 2026 | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Algebra and Geometry of Landau-Ginzburg models | Tyler Kelly | New Talent | Sep 2026 | 28 Jan 2026 (further applications accepted until position is filled) |
| Zeros of graph polynomials and computational phase transitions | Viresh Patel | EPSRC/Self-funded | Sep 2026 | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Tropical ideals | Felipe Rincón | EPSRC/Underrepresented/Self-Funded | Sep 2026 | 28 Jan 2026 |
Check our Fees and Funding page for details about these studentships.