About the Project
VICE CHANCELLOR’S SCHOLARSHIP IN LIFE SCIENCES
UNIVERSITY OF ROEHAMPTON, LONDON, UK
DEPARTMENT: The PhD will take place within the Sport and Exercise Science Research Centre of the Department of Life Sciences
VICE CHANCELLOR’S SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME: Roehampton is pleased to offer 50 VC Scholarships for PhD research areas across the university. The Scholarships are awarded on a competitive bases with details on the University Pages .
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Lower limb amputees are encouraged to exercise; however, this population are at an increased risk of developing musculoskeletal pathology, such as osteoarthritis, which may be perpetuated by regular exercise. The pathology stems from the abnormal movement pattern due to the limited function of the incomplete neuromuscular system. Specifically, factors such as voluntary activation, muscle size and architecture, intrinsic contractile properties, tendon stiffness and proprioception will limit the capacity of skeletal muscle to produce force and transfer that force to bone. However, there is a considerable paucity of information on the effects of lower-limb amputation on neuromuscular function of both the amputated and intact limbs. Such insight might provide a better understanding of the physiological mechanisms underpinning any abnormal loading patterns commonly observed in amputees.
The overall aim of the project is to investigate neuromuscular function (e.g., muscle strength, contractile properties, neuromuscular control and activation) in the amputated and intact limbs of lower-limb amputees, and consider the association between neuromuscular function and mobility. The PhD will start by considering the knee joint.
The successful applicant will have a Masters degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Physiology, Biomechanics, or a related area. A knowledge of neuromuscular physiology and assessment (e.g., dynamometry, EMG, electrical stimulation) and 3D motion analysis would be advantageous. You will join the Sport and Exercise Science Research Centre (SESRC), a dynamic interdisciplinary group with a portfolio of research encompassed within a number of multidisciplinary research themes.
HOW TO APPLY:
Deadline for applications is midnight 5 May 2015
If interested in applying please contact one of the supervisors in the first instance. You should then complete a VC Studentships Application Form, in consultation with the Notes of Guidance.
Applications must be submitted by email to [Email Address Removed] along with:
a. Copies of your university transcripts
b. Copies of professional qualification certificates (if relevant)
c. Test results to demonstrate your proficiency in English (if required, see below)
d. Completed Equal Opportunities Form
Applicants must also arrange for references from academic referees to be sent directly to the above email address by the application deadline (5 May 2015). Applications without supporting references sent directly from referees will not be accepted.
Applications will be considered first by relevant academic departments, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview by the end of May. Each department will then nominate their best candidates to go forward to the University-level competition. Final results will be available at the end of June 2015.
Funding Notes
FUNDING: Funding is available for UK/EU and International* students at Home/EU rates (tuition fee waiver at £4,052 and stipend at £16,057 for 2015/16) for three years full-time study (or part time equivalent for five years).
*International recipients of VC Scholarships will only be covered to Home/EU rates, and be expected to make up the difference between Home/EU and International tuition fee rates. Current levels can be found on the University's Finance Pages.
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