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Dept/School Division of Medicine, University College London
Project Supervisor(s) Dr R Batterham
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MRC Case funded Studentship - the role of gut hormones in the regulation of energy homeostasis (REF:1147626)

Division of Medicine
Centre for Obesity Research
3 Years Studentship
Stipend £18,000

We are seeking a science graduate interested in gut hormone physiology who would like to undertake a 3-year fully-funded MRC PhD CASE studentship within the Centre for Obesity Research in the Division of Medicine at UCL.

The fundamental aim of the research project is to investigate the role of gut hormones in the regulation of energy homeostasis. The studentship will commence October 2010. Dr Batterham’s group has extensive expertise in undertaking translational research and a variety of research projects ranging from cell-based to studies in humans are available. The exact project will be tailored to the successful student’s interests. In addition, the student will gain valuable experience by undertaking a three-month period of research with GSK, the industrial partner, working within their enteroendocrine group based in North Carolina, USA.

Applicants should have, or expect to gain, either a 1st or 2.1 BSc in a relevant discipline, or a medical degree. The studentship will provide a tax-free stipend and Home/EU student fees will be paid. To make an application for this studentship, please send your CV (including the name and contact details of two referees) and a covering letter explaining why you are interested in taking up this PhD to, Dr Rachel Batterham, Cente for Obesity Research, Rayne Institute, 5 University Street, London WC1E 6JF.

Contact name : Rachel Batterham
Contact details : r.batterham@ucl.ac.uk

Closing Date 6th August 2010
Latest time for the submission of applications 5pm
Studentship Start Date 1st October 2010

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