New Call for PhD Applications — Computational X
IT:U officially opened applications for the next round of Computational X PhD positions, marking another milestone in the rapid growth of its research departments. The call invites thinkers, researchers, scientists, and curious minds eager to explore the intersections of disciplines and use computation to solve complex, real-world challenges. Whether the focus lies in health, climate, artificial intelligence, or the social impact of technology, IT:U provides an environment where bold ideas can turn into impactful outcomes.
What is “Computational X”?
The PhD program Computational X is where computation meets other disciplines. It bridges the natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, technology, and many more fields to tackle real-world challenges that do not fit neatly within a single domain.
Open PhD Vacancies
Applications are now open for candidates to join IT:U’s new pioneering research groups. Each group is led by distinguished professors and fellows who combine computational methods with interdisciplinary approaches to tackle today’s most relevant scientific and societal challenges
- Computational Medicine and Health Data Science — Professor Spiros Denaxas
- Human Rights & Technology — Professor Ben Wagner
- Secure and Resilient Infrastructures — Professor Johanna Ullrich
- Energy Transition and Climate Futures — Professor Falko Ueckerdt
- Acoustics, Analysis, and AI (3AI) — Fellow Professor Peter Balazs
- Smart Sensing and Systems (S³ Lab) — Fellow Professor Michele Magno
- Regulation and Governance of Information Technology — Fellow Professor Vladislav Fomin
Application deadline and contact
Applications for the Computational X PhD Program are open until 31 January 2026.
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed call and submit their applications early.
For general inquiries, please contact the IT:U Admissions Team at
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