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We have 53 medical genetics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
medical genetics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 53 medical genetics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Using genome sequencing to find the cause of undiagnosed rare conditions affecting bowel, heart, lung or brain in adults
In the UK, a rare condition is one that affects fewer than 1/2000 people. Around 70% of rare conditions have a genetic cause (ie are caused by a change… Read more
Investigating monogenic disorders of the protein synthesis machinery
Translation of mRNA into proteins is a critical cellular biological process. We recently described a novel human disorder, now called Faundes-Banka Syndrome (FABAS), caused by heterozygous variants in EIF5A1 that encodes a translation factor. Read more
Your PhD in Medicine with Brighton and Sussex Medical School
Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) is an equal partnership between the University of Brighton and the University of Sussex, together with National Health Service organisations (NHS) throughout the Southeast region of the United Kingdom. Read more
Fully funded (and no tuition) PhD program in psychiatric, translational research and basic Neuroscience with the option for a residency track for medical doctors.
We welcome applications starting on August 15, 2024 for a start in fall 2025 (deadline October 31, 2024). The International Max Planck Research School for Translational Psychiatry (IMPRS-TP) is offering PhD positions in molecular, cellular, and systemic psychiatric research to outstanding students. Read more
PhD Studentship Opportunities in the overall Field of Cognition Research
The Max Planck School of Cognition (MPS-Cog) is a joint graduate program of the Max Planck Society and leading German Universities together with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, Helmholtz Association, and University College London, and is additionally funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). Read more
Cardiovascular and Neuromuscular Functions around the Clock: Harnessing Protective Endogenous Mechanisms towards Smarter Design of Novel Therapies and Interventions
Optimal tissue and organ is essential for long-term health and quality of life. One such important regulator within the body is related to circadian rhythms, which control ~24h cycles in many physiological processes such as sleep/wake cycles, physical activity/rest cycles, drug metabolism and hormones. Read more
PhD Studentship in Cardiovascular Development: “Cell interactions in fourth pharyngeal arch artery morphogenesis”, funded by the British Heart Foundation.
Award Summary. 100% of home tuition fees paid and an annual stipend (living expenses) starting at £19,919. Additional funding is available to cover research costs and travel to conferences. . Read more
Understanding psychiatric outcomes in children born with cleft lip and/or palate using genetics
Rationale. Cleft of the lip and/or palate is a common birth defect worldwide and occurs at a rate of one in 650 live births in the UK. Read more
15 fully funded PhD positions in molecular technologies and systems medicine
15 fully funded PhD positions in molecular technologies and systems medicine. Enabling and empowering free-minded scientific creativity in modern molecular medicine. Read more
PhD position in Medical Science with orientation towards Molecular Biology
Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37,000 students and about 4,700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-leading research in several fields. Read more
Drug discovery project to target kinases involved in brain cancer
This project is one of 17 four year PhD Studentships funded by Medical Research Scotland (MRS) (https://www.medicalresearchscotland.org.uk) to be delivered jointly by the named University and External Partner Organisation (EPO). Read more
Nature meets nurture; The role of TET proteins in the regulation of anxiety, addiction and obesity modulating enhancers
Applications are invited for this self-funded 42 Month project within the Institute of Medical Sciences at the University of Aberdeen. Read more
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A Characterisation of the Biological Features of Phages through Large-Scale Analyses
*Please note that this PhD will be hosted at University College London*. Bacteriophages are viruses infecting bacteria and are by far the most abundant living entities on earth. Read more
Genetic and molecular underpinnings of obesity - using veterinary models for insight into human disease
Why are some individuals prone to obesity and yet others stay lean in an obesogenic environment? Obesity is highly heritable as are related metabolic traits. Read more
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Passing on the molecule of life: single-molecule investigation of unconventional DNA replication
A fully funded PhD studentship is available to investigate mechanisms that ensure accurate and stable DNA replication, crucial for multiplication of both normal and cancer cells. Read more