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lung disease PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 41 lung disease PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
The impact of post TB lung disease in the migrant population in Leicester
Title. The impact of post TB lung disease in the migrant population in Leicester. Summary. Tuberculosis is a serious infection which every year affects 10 million people around the world and causes 1.5 million deaths. Read more
Selective targeting of furin for the treatment of fibrotic lung disease.
Furin, a proprotein convertase has been established as a therapeutic target across several disease areas to include chronic airways diseases and infectious disease, such as COVID-19 (reviewed in our recent publication, Douglas et al, 2023). Read more
Defining the mechanistic basis of Aspergillus fumigatus and Non-tuberculous mycobacteria coinfection
Respiratory infections caused by bacteria, fungi and viruses are a global cause of death according to the WHO. Respiratory coinfections are on the rise and in general linked with poor patient outcomes. Read more
Extra-pulmonary characteristics of people with COPD and lung hyperinflation and the effects of lung volume reduction
For some people with chronic lung disease high lung volumes (hyperinflation) contribute to extreme breathlessness, severely curtailed exercise capacity… Read more
Modelling the biomechanical networks of the lung in heath and disease
We are looking for an exceptional student to take on an exciting interdisciplinary project at the interface of biomechanical modelling and respiratory medicine. Read more
Exploring mechanisms underlying viral infections in initiating pulmonary fibrosis
Respiratory viral infections are the most prevalent illnesses in humans. In addition to their immediate health effects, these infections can result in long-term lung conditions like pulmonary fibrosis and worsen existing chronic lung diseases. Read more
MSc by Research: Molecular characterisation of the factors driving lung fibrosis
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a progressive disease that results in an irreversible decline in lung function. At present IPF is normally fatal and the median survival is between 2 and 5 years after diagnosis. Read more
Investigating bacteriophage therapy to treat pleural infection
Background. A pleural infection (known as empyema) occurs when bacteria enter the space between the lungs and chest wall. They have serious outcomes with a 10% 30-day mortality rate. Read more
Identifying the molecular interactions that drive mucosal responses to the fungal pathogen Aspergillus fumigatus
Spores of the mould Aspergillus fumigatus cause >3,000,000 chronic and >300,000 invasive diseases annually worldwide. Invasive aspergillosis is the most fatal, with a 50% mortality rate. Read more
Genotypic and phenotypic markers of resistance in Aspergillus fumigatus and their impact on outcomes in chronic pulmonary aspergillosis
Chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA) is a progressive infection affecting patients with chronic lung disease. It significantly affects quality of life and mortality. Read more
Modelling therapeutic responses to lung injury in LAM
This studentship, based at the University of Nottingham is aligned to the LifeArc Translational Centre for Rare Respiratory Diseases. Read more
Advanced Data Fusion Learning-Driven Computer-Aided Diagnosis Model for Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Early detection of lung cancer can improve treatment outcome, but it is often challenging due to the complexity of disease. Read more
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Cardiac and Lung Digtial Twins - Modelling Valve Disease
PhD Studentship in Heart and Lung Cardiac Digital Twins. Applications are invited to apply for this PhD studentship starting on 1 October 2025 from candidates with a Master’s degree (Merit and above) in Bioengineering or a related discipline. Read more
Preclinical testing of collagen synthesis inhibitors for fibrotic disease
Fibrotic disease is characterised by an excessive accumulation of collagen within tissues, which then impedes tissue function. Organ fibrosis specifically kidney fibrosis, liver fibrosis, cardiac fibrosis and lung fibrosis have limited treatment options, pose a huge clinical burden and are life-limiting diseases. Read more
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(BBSRC NWD) Understanding how commensal bacteria modulate the virulence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa
The microbes that live on and in the human body do not do so alone. Bacteria which cause infections – pathogenic bacteria – infect as part of diverse, polymicrobial communities. Read more