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biomedical research PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 328 biomedical research PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Magnetic Nanobots for Targeted Cancer Therapy

This PhD research focuses on developing magnetic nanobots for targeted cancer therapy. By harnessing externally controlled magnetic fields, these nanoscale devices can navigate to tumour sites, enabling precise drug delivery while minimizing damage to healthy tissues. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Hanson, Prof R D'Sa
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Lifestyle medicine for chronic diseases: An interdisciplinary study across physiology and clinical science.

Our research focuses on improving health outcomes through interdisciplinary approaches across physiology, clinical science, and lifestyle-related disease. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Withers, Dr A Robins, Dr P Sindall
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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The role of unconventional T-cells in IgA nephropathy

About the Project. This is a Self-Funded/Sponsored PhD opportunity. FUNDING REQUIRED. Full UK/EU or International Tuition Fees. UK Living Expenses. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof M Eberl
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Tumour-immune crosstalk in the mTORC1-active cancer microenvironment

About the Project. This is a Self-Funded/Sponsored PhD opportunity. FUNDING REQUIRED. Full UK/EU or International Tuition Fees. UK Living Expenses. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Dunlop
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD in Personalized caRe and Innovation in Medicine and Engineering (PRIME)

The joint PhD Program in Personalized caRe and Innovation in Medicine and Engineering (PRIME) trains researchers in biomedical engineering, clinical research, and health sciences, with a focus on precision medicine and sustainable healthcare. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  PhD Research Programme
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Predictive biomechanics for aortic dissection prevention

Aortic dissection is a medical emergency caused by a tear in the aortic wall, with a staggering 50% mortality rate within 30 days for those who survive long enough to reach a hospital. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr V Suresh
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding
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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Next Generation Organ on a Chip Technology (COaCT)

The Centre for Doctoral Training in Next Generation Organ on a Chip Technology (COaCT) is a 4-year PhD cohort training programme that addresses the major user need for skilled graduates to transform delivery of new medicines using organ-on-a-chip technologies. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Advanced 3D cell models for assessing vascular function in vitro

Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality across the globe. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr K Riches-Suman, Dr ED Perkins
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Mechanisms of radiotherapy-induced vascular damage

Radiotherapy is a common treatment for cancer, and is used in over 70% of breast cancer patients. However, radiotherapy is associated with longer term vascular damage including atherosclerosis development and fibrosis. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr K Riches-Suman, Dr J Muller
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Aldehyde dehydrogenase expression and function in cancer stem cells

Aldehyde dehydrogenases (ALDHs) catalyse the oxidation and detoxification of reactive endogenous and exogenous aldehydes into carboxylic acids via NAD+ coupled reduction. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof K Pors, Dr S Swaroop, Dr A Ruiz Estrada
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Infection-responsive coatings for the prevention of catheter-associated urinary tract infections

Medical care has transformed over the last century with significant improvements in the variety and extent to which various diseases can be treated and/or prevented. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Wylie
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Design and Evaluation of an eye-on-a-chip Microfluidic Device

With the increasing prevalence of debilitating eye diseases such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and dry-eye syndromes, there is a pressing need for the development of novel therapeutic strategies. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D Lamprou
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Biomaterial coatings with lubricious, slippery coatings for improved urinary catheter performance

Intermittent urinary catheterisation is commonly used to address chronic urinary retention in patients suffering from conditions such as spinal cord injury, stroke, and multiple sclerosis. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Wylie
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Computational and Functional Comprehensive Analysis of Natural Variants of GPCRs towards a personalized medicine approach

This project investigates the impact of natural genetic variations on a specific G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR), focusing on its structure, function, and drug interactions. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr I Tikhonova, Dr B Plouffe
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Deconstructing biofilms

Lead supervisor. Dr Agnes Noy. Co-supervisors. Dr Martin Fascione and Prof Gavin Thomas. The student will be registered with the Department of Physics, Engineering and Technology. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr AN Noy, Dr M A Fascione, Prof G Thomas
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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