Loughborough University is a top-ten rated university in England for research intensity (REF2014) and an outstanding 66% of the work of Loughborough’s academic staff who were eligible to be submitted to the REF was judged as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’, compared to a national average figure of 43%. In choosing Loughborough for your research, you’ll work alongside academics who are leaders in their field. You will benefit from comprehensive support and guidance. From our Doctoral College, including tailored careers advice, to help you succeed in your research and future career. Microwave systems are becoming more main stream with wearable applications needing to work at higher frequencies. There is a requirement for circuits and devices that can perform at these frequencies in a cost-effective manner. Investigating this problem will mean looking at new production techniques and new interconnection methods based around textiles, meta-materials and similar concepts. Major areas requiring research are textile/flexible connectors, size reduction of flexible/textile circuit components and isolation of components form the human body to ensure human safety s well as correct circuit operation. A successful applicant will have the ability to grasp the electromagnetic implications of novel technologies at microwave frequencies as well as a firm understanding of the application areas unfolding as technology advances. (S)he will be joining a team of established researchers supervising a number of PhD students in the microwaves, antennas and wearable systems area.