📚 Apply Now: S3W PhD Program 2025 – Ordinary and Pegaso Fellowships

S3W PhD Program 2025

Are you a highly motivated graduate looking to pursue a fully funded PhD opportunity in Europe? The Sustainable Smart Surface and Structures for Wearable and Flexible Electronics (S3W) PhD Program is calling for applications for the 2025 intake, offering Ordinary and Pegaso Fellowships. This is your chance to study at the prestigious University of Florence and contribute to cutting-edge research in sustainable smart technologies.

🔍 About the S3W PhD Program

The S3W PhD Program is an innovative and interdisciplinary doctoral course that focuses on the development of smart surfaces and flexible electronic systems, combining materials science, engineering, physics, and information technology. It is one of the most forward-thinking programs in Europe, designed to train a new generation of researchers and innovators in sustainability and smart technologies.

Offered by the University of Florence (Italy), the program is conducted entirely in English and is open to international candidates from all academic backgrounds relevant to the research themes.

🎓 Fellowship Types

There are two primary types of scholarships available for the 2025 intake:

• Ordinary Fellowships: Funded by the university and other national sources.
• Pegaso Fellowships: Funded by the Tuscany Region, awarded to candidates proposing projects aligned with regional innovation goals.

Both types provide full funding for the 3-year PhD program, covering:

• Tuition fees
• Monthly stipend
• Research-related travel and material costs

🧪 Key Research Areas

S3W PhD candidates will contribute to research across various fields, including:

• Advanced materials for flexible electronics
• Nanotechnologies and smart coatings
• Wearable energy systems
• Sustainable design of smart surfaces
• Flexible sensing and data collection
• Digital signal processing and AI integration

🌍 Who Can Apply?

The program is open to:

• Master’s degree holders (or equivalent) in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related disciplines
• International and domestic applicants
• Individuals with a strong interest in sustainable technologies, electronics, and innovation

Language Requirement: A strong command of English is required, as the program is conducted entirely in English.

📅 Important Dates

• Application Deadline: 8th July 2025
• Results Announcement: Approximately one month after the deadline
• Program Start Date: November 2025

📝 How to Apply

Candidates must complete the online application through the official University of Florence platform. Required documents include:

• Academic transcripts and degree certificates
• Research proposal (especially for Pegaso applicants)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter(s) of recommendation
• Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)

👉 Full Application Info & Portal:
🔗 https://www.s3w.unifi.it/art-231-s3w-phd-program-call-for-applications-2025-ordinary-and-pegaso-fellowships.html

🔔 Why You Should Apply

This program is more than just a PhD—it’s a chance to be part of shaping the future of sustainable technology. With full financial support, access to world-class facilities, and a collaborative research environment, S3W gives you all the tools to thrive as a global researcher.

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