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computational neuroscience PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 36 computational neuroscience PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Manifold based modelling of fNIRS neuroimages

In order to answer the myriad of specific research questions related to the brain as observed with fNIRS, current fNIRS analysis is based on ad-hoc models, whether from statistics e.g. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr F Orihuela-Espina
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Upcoming Doctoral (PhD) Positions at International Max Planck Research School - Biological Intelligence

The International Max Planck Research School – Biological Intelligence (IMPRS-BI) offers fully funded doctoral student positions in the fields of behavior, ecology, neuroscience, connectomics and evolutionary genetics. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  Germany PhD Programme  Max Planck Research Programme
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Wave Dynamics on Complex Networks: From Graph Theory to Machine Learning (PROMENTD_U27EMPSFP)

Primary Supervisor. Dr. Davide Proment. Come and join the research group of Dr Davide Proment at the University of East Anglia (UK, Norwich) to investigate how nonlinear waves propagate, interact, and self-organise on complex networks and graph structures. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Proment
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Neural circuit changes underpinning olfactory learning

The School of Biomedical Sciences invites applications from prospective postgraduate researchers who wish to commence study for a PhD in neuroscience in the academic year 2025/26. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Johnston, Prof N Gamper
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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RNA stress and neurodegeneration: how UPF1 protects cells from harmful RNA accumulation

RNA biology is emerging as a central theme in neurodegenerative disease. In ALS, FTD and related disorders, disruption of RNA processing, RNA-binding proteins and RNA-protein assemblies can lead to harmful aggregates and loss of cellular resilience. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Brogna
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD Global Excellence and Mobility Scholarship (GEMS 2026). Research Project: Cross-Regional Mechanisms in Schizophrenia & ASD via Multi-omics in Patient-Derived hiPSC Models

This project establishes hiPSC lines from ethnically diverse Malaysian donors with schizophrenia/ASD plus matched controls, harmonised with Australian standards. Read more
 Supervisor: Assoc Prof Satoshi Ogawa
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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PhD Global Excellence and Mobility Scholarship (GEMS 2026). Research Project: Mechanisms & Therapeutic Potential of Psychedelic Compounds in Patient-Derived Neural Models

This project evaluates psychedelics such as 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) and psilocybin in hiPSC-derived neurons/organoids using high-content imaging to quantify synaptic plasticity, connectivity, and signalling changes. Read more
 Supervisor: Assoc Prof Anne Yee
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Designed by Machines, Inhabited by Humans: Synthetic Empathy and AI Architecture

Architectural design is increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence (AI), with generative models such as Midjourney and DALL-E, and parametric BIM tools assisting designers in the creative process. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A Moustaka, Prof A Antonacopoulos
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Mechanistic analysis of neurodevelopmental disorders caused by mutations in the gene RAC1

RAC1 is a signalling protein that regulates many cellular processes and is essential during embryonic development. We recently discovered a novel genetic disease called RAC1-related neurodevelopmental disorder (RAC1-NDD) that results from mutations in the RAC1 gene. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr T Millard, Prof S Banka, Dr S Woolner
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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One stone, two birds: a new glaucoma treatment strategy to protect nerve cells and repair optic nerve damage

  Research Group: Dr Bennett Au
Glaucoma and other optic neuropathies are among the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide. In the UK alone, more than one million people are living with glaucoma. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr BA Au, Dr J Prada, Dr AI Ibrahim
 2 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Unraveling Brain Complexity with fNIRS and Modelling Approaches

Brain function arises from a highly complex network of interconnected processes that we still don’t fully understand. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Mesquita
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Mood and Reward and Mental Health

We investigate a broad range of topics related to youth mental health, with a particular focus on depression, anhedonia, and reward processing. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof C McCabe
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Building new nano-biosensors for healthcare: Linking biology to the world of carbon nanotechnology through synthetic biology

  Research Group: Molecular Biosciences
Proteins are nature’s very own molecular machines carrying out functions ranging from catalysis to molecular recognition to energy conversion. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof D Jones, Prof M Palma, Dr WK Kelton
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD Global Excellence and Mobility Scholarship (GEMS 2026). Research Project: AI of Neural Connectivity for Biomarker and Treatment-Response Discovery

Using the Project-1 hiPSC platform, this project builds AI pipelines to learn disease-relevant representations from cellular images, fused with multi-omics. Read more
 Supervisor: Assoc Prof CMT Ting
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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Exploring the Potential of Near-Range Radar in Non-Invasive Neuroimaging

1. Introduction and Motivation Non-invasive neuroimaging is a cornerstone of modern neuroscience and clinical diagnostics. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr L Zou
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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