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Simulation-led investigation and engineering of enzymes involved in abyssomicin antibiotic biosynthesis
University of Bristol School of Biochemistry
Enzymes are remarkable biocatalysts that allow rapid, selective and efficient catalysis under mild conditions. Biotechnology exploits the outstanding rate-enhancing properties of these natural biocatalysts to manufacture high added-value products. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M van der Kamp, Dr P Race, Prof C L Willis
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MSc by Research programme - Genetic interactions and novel genes that regulate lignin biosynthesis and straw quality in barley
University of Dundee School of Life Sciences
Lignin is a major component of plant cell walls, and has a significant influence on the digestibility and uses of plant biomass. The lignin biosynthesis pathway has been one of the most intensively studied . Read more
 Supervisor: Prof C Halpin
 5 August 2021 PhD Research Project

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Localization and logistics of alkaloids biosynthesis in medicinal plants using single cell metabolomics and transcriptomics
Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology International Max Planck Research School
Background. Plant alkaloids are complex and structurally diverse specialized metabolites that exhibit a wide array of bioactivities. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S O'Connor, Dr LC Caputi
 13 May 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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The biosynthesis, regulation and manipulation of nutritional and industrial carotenoids in tomato fruits (Cartom).
Royal Holloway, University of London School of Biological Sciences
Carotenoid compounds are one of the largest classes of natural pigments known. They perform essential roles in plant development and provide tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof P Fraser, Dr G Enfissi
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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Identification and characterisation of natural products from fungal non-reducing NRPS-like enzymes
University of Nottingham School of Life Sciences
Project Overview. Fungi are a treasure chest of yet unexplored natural products. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Brock, Prof S Avery
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Regulation of glioblastoma stem cell quiescence
King’s College London MRC Centre for Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  Research Group: Rita Sousa-Nunes
Significance. Innovative approaches to tackle glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) are greatly needed. GBM is high-grade (IV) glioma, the most common and aggressive of malignant primary brain tumours. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Sousa-Nunes, Dr EM Manser
 16 May 2021 PhD Research Project

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Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project is in competition for funding with other projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be successful. Unsuccessful projects may still go ahead as self-funded opportunities. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but potential funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Investigating the adipose-inflammatory paradox in pre- and post-menopausal breast cancer development
Aberdeen University School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition
Background. Obesity is a well-known risk factor for breast cancer development in the postmenopausal setting. Paradoxically, this risk is decreased in pre-menopausal women. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof V Speirs, Dr J Rochford, Dr E Husain, Dr B Elsberger, Dr Y Masannat
 2 June 2021 PhD Research Project

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Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

This research project is one of a number of projects at this institution. It is in competition for funding with one or more of these projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be awarded the funding. The funding is only available to UK citizens or those who have been resident in the UK for a period of 3 years or more. Some projects, which are funded by charities or by the universities themselves may have more stringent restrictions.

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Developing new anti-cancer drugs: computational design and chemoenzymatic production of modified cyclic peptide inhibitors of the oncogenic mortalin-p53 interaction
Aberdeen University School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition
This drug discovery PhD project will involve computational design, chemoenzymatic synthesis and experimental testing of modified cyclic peptides engineered to function as potential chemotherapeutics. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr W Houssen, Prof A Donaldson, Dr S R Dundas, Dr B Milne
 2 June 2021 PhD Research Project

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Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

This research project is one of a number of projects at this institution. It is in competition for funding with one or more of these projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be awarded the funding. The funding is only available to UK citizens or those who have been resident in the UK for a period of 3 years or more. Some projects, which are funded by charities or by the universities themselves may have more stringent restrictions.

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Cardiac energetics and integrative physiology: Studying key components of the creatine kinase system to understand how they contribute to the pathophysiology of ischaemic heart disease and chronic heart failure.
University of Oxford Radcliffe Department of Medicine
Studying key components of the creatine kinase system to understand how they contribute to the pathophysiology of ischaemic heart disease and chronic heart failure. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof C Lygate, Dr S Zervou
 23 July 2021 PhD Research Project

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Stress responses in crops and sustainable production of chemicals and biomass
Royal Holloway, University of London School of Biological Sciences
The project aims at elucidating several aspects of the control of plant defences and to identify environmentally friendly forms of plant protectants and phytopharmaceuticals, leading to enhanced crop yields and solutions for animals and human health. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A Devoto
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Membrane protein misfolding and disease: quality control pathways
The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health
Misfolded proteins represent a continuous threat to cell viability, and if allowed to accumulate, can disrupt cellular function and induce cell death. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr L Swanton, Prof P Woodman
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Design, synthesis and evaluation of novel polysialyltransferase inhibitors as anti- metastatic agents
University of Bradford Faculty of Life Sciences
  Research Group: Institute of Cancer Therapeutics
Polysialic acid plays an essential role in neuronal development, but by adulthood is absent from the human body. Its biosynthesis is regulated by two polysialyltransferases (polySTs). Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Falconer, Dr S Shnyder
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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Polysialyltransferases as a target in metastatic cancer
University of Bradford Faculty of Life Sciences
  Research Group: Institute of Cancer Therapeutics
Polysialic acid plays an essential role in neuronal development, but by adulthood is absent from the human body. Its biosynthesis is regulated by two polysialyltransferases. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Falconer, Dr S Shnyder
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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Chemical probes for the study of carbohydrate-active enzymes
University of York Department of Chemistry
Background. Carbohydrates play many roles in cells from all kingdoms of life. In addition to their well-known role as an energy source, they also have important functions in, for example, communication between cells, cell-pathogen interactions, intracellular signalling, and maintaining a stable cellular environment. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr L Willems
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Is there a switch between prostamides and prostaglandins in women with dysmenorrhoea and heavy menstrual bleeding?
The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health
Dysmenorrhoea, painful menstrual cramps, and heavy menstrual bleeding are common debilitating symptoms in women with or without an underlying pelvic pathology. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof K Marshall, Dr D Fischer, Prof A Nicolaou
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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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