Dear MCG,

Please do pass this along to anyone you may think would be interested.
We're happy to talk to people about eligibility if they think they are a
good match.

Melissa
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SEAHA Studentship: Hyperspectral imaging for heritage: From books to bricks

This interdisciplinary project will explore the practical use of
Hyperspectral Imaging, once a niche technique used by astrophysicists, in
the field of heritage science. Hyperspectral imaging is now being applied
to a wide range of applications, e.g. food science, video systems, remote
sensing, medical and materials science but is also becoming increasingly
applied within the heritage sector. The University of Oxford has recently
invested in advanced hyperspectral imaging equipment to be housed in the
Bodleian Library. The aim of this project will be to evaluate the use of
this technique across the heritage resources of the University (including
library books and papers, museum objects, and Oxford's architectural and
archaeological heritage).

This is an exciting project for candidates looking to build knowledge and
skills in material science, spectroscopic techniques, product development
(equipment and technique), and the use of non-standard software for
visualising and interpreting hyperspectral data. The successful candidate
will have a first or upper-second degree in engineering, material science,
conservation science, chemistry, physics (or related aspects of science
and/or engineering), and a keen interest in cultural heritage. Candidates
with proven experience in the use of imaging in other fields may also be
considered from disciplines such as geography, environment sciences, or
astrophysics. This challenging interdisciplinary project will enable you to
seek employment in any number of multidisciplinary environments: from
academia to industry. If you would like to discuss your suitability for
this studentship, please contact David Howell [log in to unmask]
who will be the heritage supervisor.

The following concrete research questions are of interest:
1. How can hyperspectral imaging be best applied to extract information
from manuscripts within the Bodleian Library and other collections?
2. What are the best protocols and procedures to reveal hidden text and map
materials and pigments on such manuscripts and what are the optimum ways of
presenting the information?
3. How can hyperspectral imaging be best applied to provide information
from archaeological and architectural heritage materials within the
University of Oxford?
4. What are the best protocols and procedures to reveal hidden relief
details, the presence and nature of biological/organic growth on and within
materials, and signs of change and deterioration?

The project is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Science
and Engineering in Arts, Heritage and Archaeology at University College
London, University of Oxford and University of Brighton (www.seaha-cdt.ac.uk),
in collaboration with the Bodleian Libraries (www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk) and
Headwall Photonics (http://www.headwallphotonics.com/). Funded by the
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) through the
Centre for Doctoral Training and co-funded by The University of Oxford Fell
fund, the four year doctoral research programme will be supervised jointly
by The University of Oxford School of Geography and the environment (
http://www.geog.ox.ac.uk/), The Bodleian Libraries, (www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk),
Headwall Photonics (http://www.headwallphotonics.com/), and UCL Centre for
Digital Humanities (http://www.ucl.ac.uk/dh). For further details contact
David Howell [log in to unmask] who will be the heritage
supervisor. The academic supervisory team will consist of Prof Heather
Viles (Oxford) and Prof Melissa Terras (UCL).

As a SEAHA student, you will have unparalleled access to research
infrastructure and expertise across three universities and almost 50
research, heritage and industrial partners. In addition to the university
doctoral training requirements, SEAHA students take part in an exciting
range of cohort activities, ranging from residential events and group
projects, to conferences and careers events. Please visit the SEAHA website
(www.seaha-cdt.ac.uk) for details.

The SEAHA Studentship will cover home fees and a stipend of up to a maximum
of £16,726 per year (current rate) for eligible applicants (
http://www.seaha-cdt.ac.uk/opportunities/eligibility-criteria/), and a
substantial budget for research, travel, and cohort activities.
The application should include:
-A covering letter clearly stating your motivation
-The UCL graduate application form which can be downloaded via UCL's web
site:
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/apply/apply-now/ucl-graduate-application-form.pdf
-Two academic references
-A copy of your degree certificate(s) and transcript(s) of degree(s),
-Proof of meeting the UCL English language proficiency requirements where
necessary. For SEAHA candidates, an advanced level certificate is normally
required (details of English language proficiency requirements can be found
at
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/apply/english-language/index
)
-A short research proposal (max. 2000 words) written by taking into
consideration the above research questions.

The award will be subject to Grant Agreement between The University of
Oxford, UCL,  and Headwall Photonics.

The applications should not be submitted by UCL online admissions system.
Instead, they should be sent directly to:
SEAHA Manager
[log in to unmask]
UCL Centre for Sustainable Heritage
Faculty of the Built Environment
UCL
14 Upper Woburn Place
London WC1E 0NN

This information is available online at
http://www.seaha-cdt.ac.uk/opportunities/, where there are also other fully
funded doctoral studentships in Heritage Science advertised.

UCL Taking Action For Equality.
Application deadline: 1st March 2015

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Melissa M. Terras MA MSc DPhil CLTHE
Professor of Digital Humanities
Vice Dean of Research (Projects), UCL Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Director, UCL Centre for Digital Humanities
Department of Information Studies
Foster Court
University College London
Gower Street
WC1E 6BT

Tel: 020-7679-7206 (direct), 020-7679-7204 (dept), 020-7383-0557 (fax)
Email: [log in to unmask]
Web: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/dis/people/melissaterras
Twitter: @melissaterras

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