Welcome to the UKRI AI Centre for Doctoral Training in Sustainable Understandable agri-food Systems Transformed by Artificial INtelligence (SUSTAIN).
SUSTAIN is a collaboration between the Universities of Lincoln, Aberdeen, Queen’s Belfast and Strathclyde, and focuses on the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to sustainable agri-food.
Where the next generation of AI science takes root.
The SUSTAIN Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) empowers the next generation of AI scientists to invent, develop and deploy technologies, co-created with growers and agri-food practitioners.
SUSTAIN facilitates meaningful partnerships between academics and industry, investing in stakeholder-driven innovation.
Be part of the future of food production
Join the UKRI AI Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Sustainable, Understandable agri-food Systems Transformed by Artificial Intelligence (SUSTAIN).
Apply here for fully-funded 4-year PhDs opportunities focused on using AI to transform agriculture and food production.
Deadline 12pm (midday) GMT on Friday, 20th March 2026
See the Application process here
Collaborative Studentship Proposals
The Round 3 Call for Proposals for October 2026 Entry is now closed. ​
Thank you to everyone who submitted a proposal. We are no longer accepting applications for this round.
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Next Call for Proposals
The next call will invite project proposals for studentships starting in October 2027.
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If you are developing project ideas or would like to explore potential collaborations, we encourage you to contact us to discuss your concepts and next steps. We are happy to support you in shaping proposals and identifying suitable academic or industry partners.
Who can apply?
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Potential SUSTAIN CDT supervisors
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Industry partners
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Why apply?
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Research funded by UKRI with industry contributions
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Opportunity to address real-world business and technical challenges through innovative research
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Contact us
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For more information or to begin developing your proposal for the next round, please email: SUSTAIN@lincoln.ac.uk.
Uniting industry and research for a sustainable future
Please download and return completed forms to
SUSTAIN@lincoln.ac.uk
If you have interest but you don’t have a fully formed proposal yet, please complete the Expression of Interest (EoI) form here.
