lunduniversity.lu.se

Denna sida på svenska This page in English

Master/Bachelor Projects

Please contact individual group leaders if you are interested in undertaking a project with us. We usually design a project together with you.

Pre-defined Master Thesis Topics

 

 

 

Master thesis opportunity for chemistry students: Unravelling the Future of Cancer Treatment through Flash Radiolysis with Chemical Microkinetic Modelling

Calling all chemistry students! Take part in our cutting-edge multidisciplinary project that aims to redefine cancer therapy. Your primary goal is to decipher the underlying mechanisms responsible for a remarkable reduction of side effects observed in patients undergoing flash radiolysis.

In this master thesis project, we will extend and enhance our existing Python-based program to perform microkinetic simulations of the chemical reactions occurring in cells following electron or x-ray irradiation. We need to incorporate varying ion concentrations and simulate conditions reminiscent of intracellular environments to understand the interplay of chemical reactions inside a cell.

This project is in close collaboration with esteemed researchers from the Medical faculty, and you will join forces with a dedicated postdoc who will validate some of your theoretical findings through complementary experiments

While no expert knowledge of Python is required, a rudimentary understanding such as is gained by the course Kemm30 will be advantageous as you expand the capabilities of our existing simulation script. To excel in this project, a background in inorganic chemistry is valuable. Your task will be to estimate the elementary chemical reactions involved and determine their rates under varying conditions.

You will find our project environment supportive, inclusive, and conducive to academic growth. We foster a collaborative atmosphere that nurtures independent thinking and encourages intellectual curiosity. Your participation in this transformative endeavour will not only contribute to scientific knowledge but also shape the future of cancer therapy. While this project is freestanding and should lead to a publication, the project is intended to continue beyond this initial master thesis.

Want to know more? Contact us (Jens.Uhlig@chemphys.lu.se) and become part of a dynamic team committed to making a difference in the lives of countless cancer patients worldwide.

Master thesis to develop the
Next generation of detectors for Material Analysis

 

We are excited to offer a master thesis opportunity in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Chemistry to develop a new type of detector for X-ray fluorescence using semiconductor nanowires.

We are aiming to build a new generation of x-ray detectors based on a new design of nano-wires. Originally developed for infrared spectroscopy, our innovative material system utilizes the complex electronic surfaces of nanowires to produce a very high optical gain, i.e. many charge carriers for a single absorbed x-ray photon. This high gain increases both the sensitivity and spectral resolution that can be achieved with a detector. This promising development has wide-reaching applications in various industries, such as analyzing color pigments in images, detecting contaminations in food, and metal analysis.

As a master student, you will build a small light-tight chamber with a pre-amplifier and potentially an AD converter based on Arduino, and then test the nanowire detectors with a tabletop X-ray source or the cutting-edge synchrotron radiation facility, MaxIV. With our pre-tests showing that this type of detector works in principle, the main objective will be to perform more careful tests and build a prototype to evaluate its real performance.

The ideal candidate should have some experience with microelectronics and be excited about working independently on this project for 3-6 months. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant contribution to scientific advancement and potentially develop a product with a wide reach. Join us in this exciting journey to push the boundaries of modern detection technology!

For further information please contact Jens.Uhlig@chemphys.lu.se

 

Quantum Fireflies: Spontaneous Synchronization of Light Emitters

Are you a passionate student intrigued by the mysteries of nanomaterials and non-linear dynamics? Do you want to embark on a journey where light dances in harmony just like synchronized fireflies? If so, here's an opportunity for you.

Project Overview:

Building:                      Create a model setup of communicating LEDs.

Characterizing:           Assess the performance of your setup to understand its features and behavior.

Mapping:                     Determine how the principles of LED communication apply to metal halide nanomaterials and quantum dots.

What We Seek:

A curious master student interested in electronics, nanomaterials, and non-linear dynamics.

Contact Us:

For questions/meeting, reach Dmitry Baranov at dmitry.baranov@chemphys.lu.se

Exploring Metal Halide Perovskites in Chemical Physics

Background:
Piezoelectric materials convert energy between mechanical and electrical and are widely used. For applications such as robotics, flexible and wearable electronics, piezoelectric materials need to be lightweight, flexible, and biocompatible.

Piezoelectric effect arises from the structural change in a perovskite material.

Our Objectives:

1.    Design and develop organic-inorganic perovskites over traditional ceramics.

2.    Assess the piezoelectrical properties of new perovskites.

3.    Design and develop prototype devices to illustrate practical application.

Who We're Looking For:

An curious master student with a passion for nanomaterials.

What you can learn joining our project:

1.    Synthetic Skills: Gain hands-on experience with varied synthesis techniques, broadening your chemical skill set.

2.    Spectroscopy Expertise: Learn to use optical spectroscopy to deepen your knowledge of material analysis.

3.   Team Experience: Become a part of a new and dynamic research group, fostering collaboration, fresh perspectives, and innovative solutions.

Get in Touch:
For inquiries or to schedule a meeting, please contact Dmitry Baranov (dmitry.baranov@chemphys.lu.se) and Yong Li (yong.li@chemphys.lu.se).