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School of Physical and Chemical Sciences
  1. School of Physical and Chemical Sciences
  2. PhD/Research
  3. China Scholarship Council Project
  4. Testing nature with the Belle II experiment

Testing nature with the Belle II experiment

Research Group: Particle Physics Research Centre
Number of Students: 1-
Length of Study in Years: 4 years (CSC) and 3.5 years (STFC)
Full-time Project: yes

Funding

Funding is provided via the China Scholarship Council and Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) 

  • Available to Chinese (CSC) and Home Students (STFC).  Outstanding overseas applicants will be considered for the STFC studentship.
  • Applicant required to start in September 2026.
  • The studentship arrangement will cover tuition fees for the duration of the studentship.

Project Description

Project Description

Over the past quarter of a century, we have developed a deep understanding of fundamental symmetries of nature and discovered new effects relating to how we are here, in a matter-dominated universe.  We work on the Belle II experiment, which is situated in Tsukuba, Japan, to learn about the behaviour of nature at its most fundamental particle level using billions of data samples collected in collisions of electrons and positrons.  We aim to find a way to break our understanding of modern physics through the study of time reversal and related symmetries at a quantum level and to search for new particles in rare decays. To do this, we develop complex models based on likelihood methods and use modern machine learning tools to distinguish signal from noise.  You will be able to join a dynamic team working at the edge of human understanding to search for new phenomena using a unique world-leading experimental facility.

Applicants for the STFC studentship will also get the opportunity to apply for long-term attachment to the facility in Japan in their second year.

Application Method:

To apply for this studentship and for entry onto the Physics programme (Full Time), please follow the instructions detailed on the following webpage:

https://www.qmul.ac.uk/spcs/phdresearch/application-process/#apply

Deadline for application - 28th of January 2026

Supervisor Contact Details:

For informal enquiries about this position, please contact Prof. Adrian Bevan.

Email: a.j.bevan@qmul.ac.uk

SPCS Academics: Prof. Adrian Bevan

Requirements

 

  • The minimum requirement for this studentship opportunity is a good Honours degree (minimum 2(i) honours or equivalent) and MSc/MRes in a relevant discipline (minimum 2(i) honours or equivalent).
  • You will require a valid English certificate equivalent to IELTS 6.5+ overall with a minimum score of 6.0 in all categories. The English certificate will be required at the point of application.

SPCS Academics: Professor Adrian Bevan

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