星系核球与巨型椭圆星系的形成博士研究员
The making of bulges and giant elliptical galaxies
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博士招生与资助公告
- 申请年度
- 2027；原帖说明：How to apply Apply now You need to: • choose programme type (Research), 2027/28, Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences • select Full time or Part time • search for programme PhD Physics (7089) • add name of the supervisor in section 2 of the application Applications should include: • your CV (resumé) • 2 academic references • degree transcripts and certificates to date • English language qualification (if applicable)
- 最近申请截止
- 2027-01-06
- 全部申请截止
- （Europe/London）
- 资助原文
- Fees and funding We offer a range of funding opportunities for both UK and international students. Horizon Europe fee waivers automatically cover the difference between overseas and UK fees for qualifying students. Competition-based Presidential Bursaries from the University cover the difference between overseas and UK fees for top-ranked applicants. Competition-based studentships offered by our schools typically cover UK-level tuition fees and a stipend for living costs for top-ranked applicants. Funding will be awarded on a rolling basis, so apply early for the best opportunity to be considered. For more information, please visit our postgraduate research funding pages.
- 资助条件
- 原帖为竞争性或附条件资助说明，未确认本项目获资助及申请人能获奖；不作为保证全奖。
- 原帖材料说明
- • your CV (resumé)
- • 2 academic references
- • degree transcripts and certificates to date
- • English language qualification (if applicable)
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- 研究内容
- 利用詹姆斯·韦布空间望远镜（JWST）和阿塔卡马大型毫米/亚毫米阵列（ALMA）的新观测数据，研究100亿年前宇宙中最巨大星系如何构建其核球，测试星系碰撞或内部演化过程是否塑造了星系并揭示核球起源。
- 申请条件
- 申请者需持有英国2:1荣誉学士学位（或国际同等学历），专业背景为物理学、天文学、天体物理学或紧密相关学科。需对星系形成与演熟悉，具备Python或类似语言的科学编程基础，并具有良好的分析解决问题、独立及团队协作能力。
- 待遇
- 提供竞争性奖学金资助，通常涵盖英国本土学费及生活费津贴；针对符合条件的优秀海外申请者，学校及地平线欧洲计划（Horizon Europe）提供学费差额减免。
- 申请方式
- 通过南安普顿大学在线系统申请，选择研究型项目（Research）、2027/28学年、工程与物理科学学院，全职或兼职，搜索PhD Physics (7089)项目，并在申请表的第二部分填写导师姓名。截止日期为2027年1月6日。
- 材料清单
- 简历 (CV / resumé)
- 2封学术推荐信
- 迄今为止的学位成绩单与证书
- 英语语言资格证明（如适用）
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岗位信息
- 最终轮次截止
- 2027-01-06
- 学科
- 物理与天文
- 合同类型
- 项目资助
- 本站收录
- 内容更新
- 原帖导师候选（待核验）
- Dr Anna Puglisi, Professor Francesco Shankar
- 来源
- 南安普顿大学博士研究项目招生 · 最近核对 2026-10-24
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原文
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Postgraduate research project
The making of bulges and giant elliptical galaxies
Funding
Competition funded
Competition funded
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Type of degree
Doctor of Philosophy
Entry requirements
2:1 honours degree
2:1 honours degree
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Faculty graduate school
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
Closing date
6 Jan 2027
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About the project
Potential supervisors
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How to apply
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About the project
How did the Universe’s most massive galaxies build their bulges? Using new observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA), you'll test whether galaxy collisions or internal processes shaped galaxies 10 billion years ago, comparing your findings with theoretical models to uncover the origins of the bulges we observe today.
Most stars in the present-day Universe are found in spheroids: giant ellipticals and the bulges of massive discs. These systems formed most of their stars more than 10 billion years ago and have little cold gas left, yet their progenitors were vigorously forming stars in extended, gas-rich discs. How those discs build compact bulges remains a major open challenge in astrophysics.
Recent observations suggest that we may be witnessing the early stages of this transformation in distant galaxies with centrally concentrated reservoirs of cold gas fuelling intense nuclear star formation. However, we still do not know what drives this process. Are galaxy collisions primarily responsible, or can galaxies build their central structures through their own internal evolution? These scenarios predict different observables, notably the spatial distribution of stars and the properties of their cold gas.
In this project, you'll combine observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) of these progenitors at the peak epoch of galaxy formation, 10 billion years ago, and test which mechanisms best explain the observed structures. Supervised by Dr Puglisi, you will start from in-hand datasets and expand the sample with archival and new observations to measure the spatial distribution of stars (JWST) and cold gas (ALMA). You'll collaborate with Southampton Cosmology researchers to interpret your observations using their state-of-the-art galaxy evolution models. You will obtain robust statistical constraints on which mechanisms drive the assembly of bulges and spheroids.
You'll receive training in the reduction, analysis and interpretation of state-of-the-art astronomical observations, including high-resolution JWST imaging and ALMA interferometric data. You'll develop expertise in multi-wavelength image analysis, structural modelling of galaxies, and spatially resolved measurements of stellar populations. You'll also gain experience in statistical methods to analyse large astronomical datasets, assess uncertainties and test scientific hypotheses. Working closely with researchers in the Southampton Cosmology group, you'll receive training in the use and interpretation of theoretical galaxy evolution models and their comparison with observations. You'll develop transferable skills in scientific programming, data analysis, critical thinking, research communication and collaborative working, with opportunities to present your results at national and international conferences.
The School of Physics and Astronomy is committed to promoting equality, diversity inclusivity as demonstrated by our Athena SWAN award. We welcome all applicants regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or age, and will give full consideration to applicants seeking flexible working patterns and those who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy, onsite childcare facilities, and offers a range of benefits to help ensure employees’ well-being and work-life balance. The University of Southampton is committed to sustainability and has been awarded the Platinum EcoAward.
Potential supervisors
Lead supervisor
AP
Dr Anna Puglisi
Lecturer in Astronomy
Supervisors
FS
Professor Francesco Shankar
Professor of Astrophysics
Research interests
• Super-massive Black Hole Demography and Evolution
• Galaxy Evolution: Spheroids and Bulges, Environment, High-redshift galaxies
• Radio and Broad Absorption Line Active Galactic Nuclei
Entry requirements
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in one of the following:
• physics
• astronomy
• astrophysics
• a closely related discipline
Essential skills:
• strong interest in galaxy formation and evolution and a willingness to learn new scientific concepts and techniques
• familiarity with scientific programming in Python or a similar language, and willingness to further develop these skills
• good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• good communication skills and willingness to engage in scientific discussions
Desirable skills:
• previous experience with astronomical data analysis, such as imaging, spectroscopy or other observational datasets
• experience with scientific computing, statistical analysis or modelling, for example through an undergraduate or Master's research project
• familiarity with galaxy evolution, extragalactic astronomy or cosmology
Fees and funding
We offer a range of funding opportunities for both UK and international students. Horizon Europe fee waivers automatically cover the difference between overseas and UK fees for qualifying students.
Competition-based Presidential Bursaries from the University cover the difference between overseas and UK fees for top-ranked applicants.
Competition-based studentships offered by our schools typically cover UK-level tuition fees and a stipend for living costs for top-ranked applicants.
Funding will be awarded on a rolling basis, so apply early for the best opportunity to be considered.
For more information, please visit our postgraduate research funding pages.
How to apply
Apply now
You need to:
• choose programme type (Research), 2027/28, Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
• select Full time or Part time
• search for programme PhD Physics (7089)
• add name of the supervisor in section 2 of the application
Applications should include:
• your CV (resumé)
• 2 academic references
• degree transcripts and certificates to date
• English language qualification (if applicable)
Contact us
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
If you have a general question, email our Doctoral College (doctoralcollege-admissions@soton.ac.uk).
Project leader
For an initial conversation, email Dr Anna Puglisi (A.Puglisi@soton.ac.uk).