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We have 24 genetic epidemiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
genetic epidemiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 24 genetic epidemiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Using nutrigenetic, nutrigenomic and machine learning approaches to investigate the risk of cardiometabolic disease-related traits in ethnically diverse populations.
This PhD project represents an exciting opportunity to develop and conduct research at the forefront of nutritional and genetic epidemiology, contributing to the prediction, prevention, and better understanding of the development of non-communicable diseases such as obesity and diabetes, using datasets from multiple ethnic groups. Read more
Inflammation as a targetable mechanism in anxiety-related disorders
Anxiety-related disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and specific phobias are the most common mental health problem, with around 4% of the worldwide population currently affected (1). Read more
Funded PhD - Using genetics to understand mental health outcomes in children from a clinical birth cohort
This multidisciplinary project will integrate expertise across cleft, genetic epidemiology, mental health, and epidemiology from supervisors based in two different institutions and three different schools. Read more
Funded PhD- Investigating the role of tissue density and mechanics in breast cancer development
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, with over 4000 new cases diagnosed monthly. As incidence rates continue to rise globally, there is an urgent need to identify new, modifiable risk factors for breast cancer prevention and early detection. Read more
Understanding the mechanism of action of genomic loci associated with severe asthma for clinical translation
Second Supervisor. Prof. Ian Sayers, Centre for Respiratory Research, NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, School of Medicine, Biodiscovery Institute, University of Nottingham. Read more
Omics, statistics and machine learning to understand human ageing
These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more
Funded PhD - Why do DNA methylation patterns differ around the world?
There is huge variation in disease onset and symptoms for people living in different parts of the world. Most of the population health research conducted to date has been done on data collected from people of white European origins. Read more
Funded PhD - Exploring Variation in Methylation-Derived Blood Cell Composition: Migration Status, Population Diversity, and Health Outcomes
This PhD aims to identify the sources of variation in DNA methylation-derived estimates of blood cell composition across migrant, non-migrant and diverse population samples. Read more
Evaluating the epidemiology, genetic basis and molecular evolution of antibiotic resistance in the African nation of Cabo Verde
Antibiotic resistance (AbR) in bacteria has become a global health emergency. Just in 2019 alone, AbR has caused 1.27 million deaths and was associated indirectly with other 4.95 million deaths1. 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
Evaluating the epidemiology, genetic basis and molecular evolution of antimicrobial drug resistance in Helicobacter pylori in a populational model
Antimicrobial Drug Resistance (AMR) is a growing and major public health threat facing the worldwide population within the next 30 years, imposing considerable burden on health systems. Read more
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and functioning in older age
Primary Supervisor: Dr Jessica Agnew-Blais. Co-Supervisor(s): Dr Margherita Malanchini. Funding: China Scholarship Council (CSC). Read more
Virus diversity and disease on UK trout farms: metaviromic approaches for improved fish health
What problem will I be helping to solve?. We know that about a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions come from food production. Read more
Precision Medicine DTP – Chronic pain, analgesic prescribing, and cognitive decline
Additional supervisors - Prof Sara Hägg (Karolinska Intitutet) & Dr Barbara Nicholl (University of Glasgow). Background: . Read more
Understanding how international food trade networks influence gastrointestinal disease outbreaks in the UK
Background. In addition to their harmful effects on animal health, zoonotic foodborne pathogens infect around 2.4 million people in the UK each year, resulting in an annual economic burden of £9.1 billion. Read more
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