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behavioural neuroscience PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 34 behavioural neuroscience PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 34 behavioural neuroscience PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
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Synaptic plasticity and microRNA-dependent regulation of translation
Changes in synaptic strength underlie the formation of neural circuits during development and their modification in learning and memory processes. Read more
Understanding how altered GABA signalling in the brain's master clock contributes to circadian rhythm disruption in Alzheimer's disease
Our circadian clock is one of the most important timing systems in our body, ensuring that neuronal activity throughout our CNS is appropriately aligned with our homeostatic, physiological, and behavioural needs across the day. Read more
How do prenatal steroids elevate autism likelihood?
The causes of autism remain unknown. Some literature has showed a link between higher levels of steroid hormones such as testosterone in the womb and autism in children, particularly males. Read more
SELF-FUNDED MSC BY RESEARCH PROJECT: Advancing novel methods of assessing apathy-related behaviour in rodents
Apathy is a multidimensional syndrome consisting of behavioural, emotional and cognitive components that ultimately lead to a loss of motivation to engage with daily life. Read more
Can a bacteria brain play Ping-pong and Go?
Although initial discussions regarding bioelectricity and its role in the fundamental understanding of various cellular behaviours took place in the 1970s, the bioelectrical view of cells as a more general concept has remained limited to the fringes of biological research for five decades. Read more
Chemical reaction to mechanical motion: towards the physio-chemical model of heart cells.
Living systems are complex, and are based on the basic building blocks of genes, proteins, chemical reactions, and physical forces. Read more
The effects of bi/multilingualism on brain structure and function
Increasing evidence suggests that speaking two or more languages has particular effects on the brain. Read more
Synaptic circuitry of the spinal dorsal horn: unmasking the cellular basis of chronic pain
Project Outline. Chronic (persistent) pain affects approximately 20% of the global population, however, one in three of these patients do not respond to any form of treatments that are currently available. Read more
Spinal cord neuronal pathways for pain and itch
The dorsal horn of the spinal cord plays an important role in processing sensory information that is perceived as pain and itch. However, despite its importance we know relatively little about the organisation of neural circuits in this region. Read more
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Scoping detection of brain cancer in primary care: occurrence and disclosure of subtle cognitive changes when presenting to the GP
Applications are invited from graduates with a BSc (First or Upper Second) or MSc (Merit or Distinction), or equivalent, to work within the Wolfson Institute of Population Health (. Read more
Physiological basis linking sleep continuity and age-related cognitive deficits: in vivo manipulation and monitoring of activity of layer 5 neurons in the cortex of mice
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Surrey Sleep Research Centre (SSRC)
A good night’s sleep is essential to maintain proper mental health. In particular, consolidated periods of sleep (i.e. sleep continuity) seem to be critical for cognition as reported in humans (Della Monica et al., 2018) and rodents (Rolls et al., 2011). Read more
Comparing navigation strategies in mantis shrimp and bull ants
Mantis shrimp (Stomatopoda) are marine crustaceans with extraordinary eyes, boasting up to 12 channels of colour sensitivity, 6 channels of polarization, and incredible ranges of eye movement. Read more
Understanding and optimising motor cortex plasticity
Motor learning is a key skill required at all stages of life but is crucially important for recovery and development. A mechanistic understanding of the biological processes that underpin skill acquisition in healthy and pathological states is an important scientific and clinical goal. Read more
Testing Cognition in Three Rodent Models of Intellectual Disability
Recent advances have allowed the creation of rat models of monogenic (single gene) causes of intellectual disability. However, little is known about how these animals perform in complex behavioural tasks. Read more
SELF-FUNDING MSc BY RESEARCH PROJECT: Is dominance in male rats related to hypervigilance for threats?
Rats are social creatures that communicate with each other using ultrasonic vocalisations, which are beyond the level of human hearing. Read more