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BBSRC PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 41 BBSRC PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Linking molecular architecture to the functionality of hydrocolloids using advanced characterization techniques

PhD Studentship. Linking molecular architecture to the functionality of hydrocolloids using advanced characterization techniques. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Mattsson
 23 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Individual differences and preferences for sweetness within the UK

PhD Studentship. Individual differences and preferences for sweetness within the UK. Project ID. 2606 RSM. Type of studentship. PhD (4 years). Read more
 Supervisor: Prof L Methven
 23 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Regulation of apoptosis-induced compensatory cell proliferation and its implications for cancer and tissue regeneration

In multi-cellular organisms, coordinated cell death (e.g. apoptosis) and cell replacement is critical for tissue recovery in response to stress or damage. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Fan
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Funded PhD Studentships in Negative Emissions Technologies for NETZero (NET2ZERO)

Applications for October 2026 entry are now open. The EPSRC and BBSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Negative Emission Technologies for Net Zero (Net2Zero) is a partnership between Aston University (lead), University of Nottingham, Queen's University Belfast, and University of Warwick. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Funded PhD Studentships in Negative Emissions Technologies for NETZero (NET2ZERO)

Applications for October 2026 entry are now open. The EPSRC and BBSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Negative Emission Technologies for Net Zero (Net2Zero) is a partnership between Aston University (lead), University of Nottingham, Queen's University Belfast, and University of Warwick. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Funded PhD Studentships in Negative Emissions Technologies for NETZero (NET2ZERO)

Applications for October 2026 entry are now open. The EPSRC and BBSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Negative Emission Technologies for Net Zero (Net2Zero) is a partnership between Aston University (lead), University of Nottingham, Queen's University Belfast, and University of Warwick. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Funded PhD Studentships in Negative Emissions Technologies for NETZero (NET2ZERO)

Applications for October 2026 entry are now open. The EPSRC and BBSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Negative Emission Technologies for Net Zero (Net2Zero) is a partnership between Aston University (lead), University of Nottingham, Queen's University Belfast, and University of Warwick. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Linking Retinal Structure and Visual Function Using OCT and Virtual Reality

The human visual system depends on the precise interplay between retinal structure and neural processing to support high-acuity vision. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Thomas, Dr Z Tu
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Bioinformatic analysis of the function of mRNA poly(A) tails

Every molecular biology textbook will tell you that messenger RNAs are appended by a 200-250 nucleotide poly(A) tail in the nucleus and exported to the cytoplasm, where the poly(A) tail promotes translation of the mRNA and is gradually removed. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr C de Moor, Dr K Spriggs
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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EPSRC CDT in 2D Materials of Tomorrow (2DMoT)

The Centre for Doctoral Training in 2D Materials of Tomorrow (2DMoT) is a 4-year PhD programme providing the students with the knowledge and skills for cutting edge, cross-disciplinary research in the science and applications of two-dimensional materials - a new class of advanced materials with potential to transform modern technologies, from clean energy to quantum engineering. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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EPSRC CDT in 2D Materials of Tomorrow (2DMoT)

The Centre for Doctoral Training in 2D Materials of Tomorrow (2DMoT) is a 4-year PhD programme providing the students with the knowledge and skills for cutting edge, cross-disciplinary research in the science and applications of two-dimensional materials - a new class of advanced materials with potential to transform modern technologies, from clean energy to quantum engineering. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Branching Out: what fossils, ferns and genes reveal about the evolution of shoot branching architecture in plants

Today, plants display a rich diversity of shoot architectures, underpinned by a range of branching types. But this was not always the case. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Hetherington, Dr A Richardson, Prof J Harrison, Dr M Sundue
 9 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Branching Out: what fossils, ferns and genes reveal about the evolution of shoot branching architecture in plants

Today, plants display a rich diversity of shoot architectures, underpinned by a range of branching types. But this was not always the case. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Hetherington, Dr A Richardson, Prof J Harrison, Dr M Sundue
 9 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Programming Long-Lasting Immunity in Tomato

Plants can acquire an enhanced capacity to respond to future stress following an initial stimulus, a phenomenon known as defence priming. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr E Luna-Diez, Dr M Catoni
 8 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Programming Long-Lasting Immunity in Tomato

Plants can acquire an enhanced capacity to respond to future stress following an initial stimulus, a phenomenon known as defence priming. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr E Luna-Diez, Dr M Catoni
 8 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)