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We have 23 human nutrition PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
human nutrition PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 23 human nutrition PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
PhD studentship in Human Nutrition and Exercise Research Centre: Gut hormone dysregulation in anorexia of ageing: Enhancing knowledge and exploring treatment strategies.
Award Summary. This three-year award will cover tuition fees at the Home (UK) rate and an annual stipend of £19,237. This studentship is open to Home students only. Read more
Designing Technology for Personalised Nutrition
This PhD investigates the design of technology to provide personalised nutrition advice. Non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease are major challenges globally, and can be addressed, in part, by eating a healthier diet. Read more
Understanding Dietary Fibre
Dietary fibre is recognised as a critical component of a healthy diet and there is strong evidence for its role in the prevention of non-communicable disorders such as cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes mellitus, as well as being an essential nutrient source for a functional gut microbiome. Read more
Structure-function relationships governing polyphenol bioactivity with respect to plasma membranes
This project aims to investigate polyphenol binding to lipid membrane surfaces with a view to understanding how polyphenol structure and aggregation within the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) affects the bioavailability of these nutraceuticals. Read more
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
MSc By Research: Investigating the contextual mechanisms of WNT signalling in hypoblast vs extraembryonic mesoderm specification in early human development using stem cell models
The MSc by Research programme at the University of Aberdeen is for students interested in a research-intensive master's degree. It is designed specifically to enhance your skills for a PhD or research career. Read more
PhDs in Hospitality, Tourism, Events, Food & Nutrition
Sheffield Business School. Sheffield Business School (SBS) is accredited by the AACSB, placing us within the top 5% of business schools globally. Read more
The Role of Nutrition and Exercise in Physical and Cognitive Function (such as sarcopenia and frailty), utilizing clinical, metabolomic, proteomic, and gut microbiota data
Physical frailty is a result of hallmarks of aging, where gut microbiome (GM) dysbiosis and dietary pattern play a significant role. Read more
Self-funded MSc R- Causes and consequences of balanced nutrition in bees
Introduction. Bees play crucial roles as pollinators of wild and agricultural plants, contributing significantly to various ecosystems and global food security. Read more
A taste of home: Exploring migrating food heritage and food information practices
What food makes us feel at home? What makes a food recipe authentic offline and online?. Food is a basic human need, a source of nutrients to support life and growth, and a key component in shaping our culture, identity and belonging. Read more
'De-stressing the brain': Understanding the impact of nutrition on cognitive and cerebral function during episodes of mental stress
The impact of diet on mental health and brain performance is a topic of growing focus and concern. diets rich in saturated fats have been associated with a significant risk for cognitive decline later in life (1,2), whilst healthier diets, rich in plant polyphenols are linked to reduced risk of dementia (3). Read more
Acute and long-term effects of creatine supplementation on cardiovascular parameters in older adults.
This is a self-funded opportunity. Project advert. Recent evidence indicates that acute creatine supplementation can positively affect vascular parameters in older adults. Read more
Enhancing long-term evaluation and monitoring of responsible AI deployments in medical context
The University of Aberdeen is an internationally recognised centre for excellence for research addressing the global challenges of energy transition, environment and biodiversity, social inclusion and cultural diversity, health, nutrition and wellbeing, and data and artificial intelligence. Read more
Understanding how electrical communication can regulate metabolic cycles in bacteria biofilms
Project Overview. A biofilm is a robust form of bacteria colony resistant to antibiotics. They have significant impacts on a multitude of industries impacting health and industrial processes such as in food production and water security. Read more
Molecular mechanisms of the increase in maximal aerobic capacity (VO2max) with regular exercise
Research Group:
PENRG - Physiology Exercise and Nutrition Research Group
Performing regular exercise is crucial for good health and wellbeing, whereas failing to perform sufficient exercise increases the risk of diseases such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, etc. Read more
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