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hr PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 117 hr PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Examining the effects of regular exercise on psychological and physiological health (RDF25/HLS/SER/TEMPEST)
Regular exercise helps to reduce perceived stress associated with everyday life (e.g., problems associated with money, family and/or work). Read more
The application of mixed and multi-level models for analysing real world data in the evaluation of complex evaluations in health and social care (RDF25/HLS/NMH/MCMEEKIN)
We are seeking a fully funded PhD student to join our national evaluation team. Read more
The allotment-soil-microbiome: The missing piece in the race to find nature-based solutions to tackle biodiversity loss and food security (RDF25/HLS/APP/RANDALL)
Food production is intrinsically linked to soils, reliant upon aboveground pollination and insect-plant-soil-microbial interactions for a plethora of needs such as, pest/disease management, nutrient acquisition and stability1,2. Read more
Optimising exercise interventions for musculoskeletal health using blood flow restriction (RDF25/HLS/SER/ALLISON)
The Department of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation is a UK top 5 department for research power (REF2021), and a top quartile and 4th ranked Department for Sport & Exercise Sciences and Physiotherapy subjects, respectively (GUG2024). Read more
Unravelling Donor Inflammation: Interactions Between HMGB1, Complement and PARP In Solid Organ Transplantation (RDF25/HLS/APP/WALDEN)
Last year 4651 UK patients successfully underwent organ transplantation. However, 1334 patients either died or were removed from the transplant list before an organ became available. Read more
Responding to Neurodiversity and the treatment needs of individuals with co-occuring mental health and substance use concerns (RDF25/HLS/SWECW/MCGOVERN)
Individuals with particular forms of Neurodivergence like Autism and/or Attention Deficit Hyperactiveity Disorder (ADHD) are more likely to have co-occuring Mental ill health (MIH) conditions (like anxiety and depression) that can increase their risk and/or continued use of Substances (SU). Read more
How are issues of well-being, career progression, and family dynamics experienced in relation to flexible working for professional women in the UK? (RDF25/HLS/PSY/THOMAS)
PROJECT SUMMARY. During the pandemic, work and home quickly blurred for a lot of employees around the world. Post-pandemic, we are now navigating new ways of working that offer more flexibility. Read more
Enhancing improvement in diabetes care (RDF25/HLS/NMH/SYKES)
People with diabetes and raised blood glucose levels are at high risk of complications, including cardiovascular disease, sexual health problems and foot disease. Read more
Population genetic analysis based on the polymorphisms mediated by retrotransposons in the human genomes for cancer risk prediction (RDF25/HLS/APP/SHUKLA)
Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, and early detection is crucial for effective treatment. Despite various screening programs, many cancers are not caught early enough when curative treatments can be employed. Read more
What’s keeping our students awake at night? Examing the relationships between trauma exposure, perfectionism, and sleep disturbances (RDF25/HLS/PSY/GRUGAN)
One of the most prominently reported mental health difficulties for students in the UK relates to poor sleep (Akram et al., 2020). Read more
The Impact of Moral Injury on Younger Individuals and Potential Treatment Interventions (RDF25/HLS/NMH/FARRELL)
Aim. The purpose of this project is to explore the nature and manifestations of moral injury in younger individuals and critically consider how this overlaps, or not, with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Read more
Postdoc in Marine Ecology and Biogeochemistry
The Department of Science and Environment (DSE), Roskilde University, invites applications for a position as a postdoc in marine ecology and biogeochemistry from April 1st, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter. Read more
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Feasibility and Acceptability of Remote Home-Based Leg Isometric Exercise Training and Lifestyle Change for the Management of Hypertension (Ref: RDFC24/HLS/SER/CUCATO)
Arterial hypertension (AH) is a significant contributor to high cardiovascular mortality and economic burden in the United Kingdom. Read more
Investigations into Human-LLM Interaction (SF24/EE/CIS/PANDALLM)
This project aims to delve into the intricate dynamics between Humans and Large Language Models (LLMs), exploring how these advanced AI systems not only generate text but also embody and convey complex ideas. Read more
Visualisable AI (SF24/EE/CIS/PANDAAI)
Visualization plays a pivotal role in enhancing transparency, trust, and robustness in AI models. By providing intuitive and interpretable representations of complex data and model behaviours, visualization allows stakeholders to understand how AI systems make decisions, thereby promoting transparency. Read more