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biological science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 361 biological science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Aerosol Science

Fully-funded 4-year PhD studentships are available as part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral training in Aerosol Science. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (European/UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Neuronal control of appetite: investigating the role of the extracellular matrix in controlling neuronal activity in the hypothalamus

  Research Group: Chemistry and Biosciences
Appetite regulation is complex, and its dysregulation has serious implications for health, being observed in multiple conditions e.g., obesity, anorexia, and type 2 diabetes. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr SM Dickens, Dr G Helfer
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Investigation of the extracellular matrix as a regulator of Parkinson’s progression

  Research Group: Chemistry and Biosciences
Parkinson’s is the 2nd most common neurodegenerative disease, affecting around 1 in 20 people aged over 65. In the UK, the number of affected people is set to rise by 50% over the next 50 years due to ageing populations. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr SM Dickens
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Self-funded PhD- Population biology of coconut crabs

Population biology of coconut crabs. Anthropogenic change has led to highly fragmented habitats but widely dispersed disjointed populations living there are a challenge to monitor because sub-population sizes may be very small, difficult to access, and time consuming to sample regularly. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof T Caro
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Cell-matrix interface engineering for regenerative medicine applications and disease modelling

Dr. Mahetab Amer is seeking motivated students with backgrounds in tissue engineering, cell biology, materials science, or related fields to join her dynamic, multidisciplinary research group at the Division of Cell Matrix Biology and Regenerative Medicine, University of Manchester. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M.A Amer
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Exploring Socioecological Factors Shaping Physical Activity in Neurodivergent Young People: What are the Key Influences for Lasting Impact?

Neurodivergent young people, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, are generally less active than their neurotypical peers. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Taylor, Dr L Foweather, Prof L Boddy, Dr D Moore, Dr L Porcellato
 30 March 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Is ocean circulation the ultimate driver of biological carbon storage in the ocean?

Marine phytoplankton play a crucial role in the carbon cycle and climate by locking dissolved carbon dioxide (CO. 2. ) in the deep ocean away from the atmosphere. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Wilson, Prof A Tagliabue
 1 June 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Exploring how pharmaceutical aerosols change state/structure/phase during inhalation

Applications are invited for a 4 year PhD studentship starting in Autumn 2025 as part of the EPSRC CDT in Aerosol Science. Project description. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A. H. Haddrell, Dr V Hutter, Dr D. H. Hardy
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Self-funded PhD/MScR - 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
 Supervisor: Prof J Hanley
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Cardiovascular Sciences 4-Year PhD Studentships 2025

Cardiovascular Sciences 4-Year PhD Studentships 2025. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  PhD Research Programme
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Evaluating the role of sulphur in aircraft engine particle emissions and contrail formation

Applications are invited for a 4 year PhD studentship starting in Autumn 2025 as part of the EPSRC CDT in Aerosol Science. Project description. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Stettler, Dr SE Eastham, Prof A. B. Boies
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Bioaerosol monitors for building control systems

Applications are invited for a 4 year PhD studentship starting in Autumn 2025 as part of the EPSRC CDT in Aerosol Science. Project description. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr C Stopford, Dr W. S. Stanley, Dr D. W. Wang, Dr S. Y. Yun
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Cognitive Science PhD

RIT's Cognitive Science Ph.D. provides an interdisciplinary study of the human mind that combines insights from psychology, computer science, linguistics, neuroscience, augmented reality, and philosophy. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Dye
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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A bioengineered 3D model of obesity-related breast cancer to investigate the anti-tumour immune response induced by exercise (Ref: SSEHS/MM25)

Background. Breast cancer diagnoses affect 1 in 7 UK women, estimated to coast ~£3.6 billion by 2034 (breastcancernow.org). Lifestyle factors, including sedentary behaviour and obesity, significantly influence breast cancer risk, with inactivity alone costing ~£7.4 billion/year (www.gov.uk/phe). Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Morris, Dr A Capel, Dr J King, Prof L Bishop
 18 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Neuronal network activity and plasticity in human cortical organoids

Details of the Project. The project focuses on understanding the cellular, synaptic and network properties and mechanisms of plasticity in human cortical organoids. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof D Saad, Dr R Parri
 1 June 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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