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Prof G W Gould, Dr C McInerny
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About the Project
Deadline: Rolling selection process. First round application closing date: May 6 2013. Second round application closing date: July 1 2013.
Stipend: £13,726 per annum
Start date: October 2013
This MRC funded project provides students with cutting-edge research opportunities in Medical Research. Projects will align with MRC strategic priorities, www.mrc.ac.uk
Title: Control of ESCRT function by mitotic kinases and phosphatases
ESCRT proteins play an integral role in processes such as cell cycle control, apoptosis, autophagy, cell fate determination, migration, invasion and cytokinesis. Understanding how ESCRT proteins are regulated therefore has the potential to impact both a wide array of biological processes and also shed light on many complex disease processes.
Using fission yeast as a model system, we have identified novel genetic and biochemical interactions between polo kinase (Plk) and a sub-subset of ESCRT proteins, suggesting that Plk may regulate distinct aspects of ESCRT biology. Similarly, we have observed interactions between the phosphatase Cdc14p and ESCRT proteins.
This studentship will define the functional consequences of these interactions using an array of well established methods, providing a wide training in cell and molecular biology in an exciting and fast moving area of biology.
Visit our website for more information: http://www.gla.ac.uk/colleges/mvls/graduateschool/researchopportunities/scholarshipopportunities/medicalresearchcouncil/#tabs=0
Applicant Instructions
These are 3.5-year PhD studentships and students should apply online here: http://www.gla.ac.uk/research/opportunities/howtoapplyforaresearchdegree/
Applicants will normally be expected to reside (or have residency) within the UK. EU nationals will have to demonstrate that they have spent the three years prior to application resident in the UK (this can include residence whilst undertaking undergraduate study). Applicants should have obtained, or expect to obtain a 2:1 or 1st class Honours degree in a relevant subject. The financial package will include a 3.5 year stipend, approved University fees, Research Training Support Grant and a conference allowance.
On the Programme of Study section of the application please select “MVLS PhD” from the drop down menu. On this same page please place the project title(s) within the free text area and note the project supervisor(s).
Please ensure that all supporting documents are uploaded at point of application, for example:
- Copy of Academic and Professional qualifications
- CV (including letter of application/personal statement)
- 2 x references
Further supporting documents are requested on the online applications system, and should be uploaded where relevant. General enquiries regarding the programme and application procedure should be directed to Alexis Merry: [Email Address Removed]
Stipend: £13,726 per annum
Start date: October 2013
This MRC funded project provides students with cutting-edge research opportunities in Medical Research. Projects will align with MRC strategic priorities, www.mrc.ac.uk
Title: Control of ESCRT function by mitotic kinases and phosphatases
ESCRT proteins play an integral role in processes such as cell cycle control, apoptosis, autophagy, cell fate determination, migration, invasion and cytokinesis. Understanding how ESCRT proteins are regulated therefore has the potential to impact both a wide array of biological processes and also shed light on many complex disease processes.
Using fission yeast as a model system, we have identified novel genetic and biochemical interactions between polo kinase (Plk) and a sub-subset of ESCRT proteins, suggesting that Plk may regulate distinct aspects of ESCRT biology. Similarly, we have observed interactions between the phosphatase Cdc14p and ESCRT proteins.
This studentship will define the functional consequences of these interactions using an array of well established methods, providing a wide training in cell and molecular biology in an exciting and fast moving area of biology.
Visit our website for more information: http://www.gla.ac.uk/colleges/mvls/graduateschool/researchopportunities/scholarshipopportunities/medicalresearchcouncil/#tabs=0
Applicant Instructions
These are 3.5-year PhD studentships and students should apply online here: http://www.gla.ac.uk/research/opportunities/howtoapplyforaresearchdegree/
Applicants will normally be expected to reside (or have residency) within the UK. EU nationals will have to demonstrate that they have spent the three years prior to application resident in the UK (this can include residence whilst undertaking undergraduate study). Applicants should have obtained, or expect to obtain a 2:1 or 1st class Honours degree in a relevant subject. The financial package will include a 3.5 year stipend, approved University fees, Research Training Support Grant and a conference allowance.
On the Programme of Study section of the application please select “MVLS PhD” from the drop down menu. On this same page please place the project title(s) within the free text area and note the project supervisor(s).
Please ensure that all supporting documents are uploaded at point of application, for example:
- Copy of Academic and Professional qualifications
- CV (including letter of application/personal statement)
- 2 x references
Further supporting documents are requested on the online applications system, and should be uploaded where relevant. General enquiries regarding the programme and application procedure should be directed to Alexis Merry: [Email Address Removed]
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