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childhood PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 59 childhood PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Unlocking the causes of eating disorders: investigating risk factors across development
Summary. Tackling eating disorders is of growing importance in society, with increasing numbers of children and young people referred to eating disorder services. Read more
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Liquid biopsy biomarkers for early detection of paediatric brain tumours
Over the past four decades, significant advancements have been made in the treatment of childhood cancer, leading to a substantial increase in cure and survival rates. Read more
Evaluation of Tripterygium wilfordii derived compounds as novel treatments for medulloblastoma.
Medulloblastoma is the most common paediatric malignant brain tumour, accounting for 20% of childhood brain tumours cases per annum in the United Kingdom alone, with approximately one-third of patients dying from the disease worldwide. Read more
Using genetics to understand mental health outcomes in children from a clinical birth cohort
This project will provide in-depth training in genetic epidemiology, childhood mental health, cohort studies and cleft. The student will have the opportunity to develop into one of few experts globally with understanding across these areas. Read more
PhD Opportunity - Microenvironment in paediatric and adult acute myeloid leukaemia
'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Abstract: Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) is a genetically and phenotypically heterogeneous disease that is characterized by a block in myeloid differentiation, as well as enhanced proliferation and survival. Read more
Funded PhD – The impact of parental mental health on the neural substrate of early executive function development
In recent years we have made new discoveries in how young children develop executive functions – important skills that allow children to adapt flexibly in their daily lives. Read more
The effect of early-life stress on cardiac function in later life
Stressful experiences in early childhood can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in later life. How early-life stress (ELS) influences susceptibility to CVD onset remains largely unknown. Read more
Structured PhD in Child and Youth Research
The PhD in Child and Youth Research is a four-year full-time or six-year part-time interdisciplinary structured PhD programme. Read more
PhD programmes in Education
Mary Immaculate College (MIC) offers a diverse suite of postgraduate programmes in Education to masters and doctoral level. Be part of an innovative and creative learning environment with student supports, graduate skills training and a range of financial supports. Read more
What Drives Social Pedagogy?
A PhD student can focus upon one of the following topics. Social pedagogy as a solution to the current education crisis. An exploration of the value that pedagogical approaches can offer HE. Read more
Early life factors in the development of Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is an autoimmune inflammatory arthritis with disease onset before the age of 16. Children and young people with this condition develop painful swollen joints and untreated it can lead to long term disability. It may also be associated with comorbid conditions such as uveitis. Read more
Neurohormonal investigation of ASMR
Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) is a sensory-perceptual phenomenon characterized by reliable, involuntary and pleasurable tingling sensation. Read more
The School of Education Doctoral Opportunities as part of the Faculty of Social Sciences
The University is rated in the top 100 by the QS World University Rankings, priding itself on research-led critical thinking that aims to make an impact in the world. Read more
Developing “intelligent” information technologies using neural markers of multisensory decision-making and learning
The School of Biomedical Sciences invites applications from prospective postgraduate researchers who wish to commence study for a PhD in the academic year 2024/25. Read more
PhD Opportunity - Dietary Fibre Impact in Healthy Children
'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Summary. The impact of dietary fibre in health and disease prevention in adults is well established but very limited evidence exists for children. Read more