Investigating microbiome associations with clinical manifestations of systemic sclerosis

Research Group: Division of Pharmacy and Optometry

Systemic sclerosis (SSc), or scleroderma, is a rare rheumatological disease characterised by immune dysregulation, vascular dysfunction, and progressive tissue fibrosis affecting the skin and internal organs. Read more

Supervisors: Prof A McBain, Dr M Hughes

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Beyond scratching the surface: optimisation of biofilm disinfection. (Reference no.: SHLS26146- Kean)

Glasgow Caledonian University

School of Health and Life Sciences

Research Group: ReaCH -The Research Centre for Health

Project description. We have an exciting opportunity for a four-year PhD studentship within the Research Centre for Health (ReaCH) at Glasgow Caledonian University (https://www.gcu.ac.uk/research/researchcentres/reach). Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Kean, Prof G Ramage, Mr J Clarke

30 July 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Bioactive, biodegradable coatings for urinary medical devices

Queen’s University Belfast

School of Pharmacy

The incidence of infection associated with indwelling medical devices is considerable and increases with the dwell time and location of the device. … Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Jones

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Enabling Safer and More Sustainable Reprocessing of Reusable Medical Devices

University of Edinburgh

School of Engineering

Are you interested in pursuing a PhD at the interface of chemical engineering, materials science, and microbiology at the University of Edinburgh? We are seeking a talented, motivated, and curious PhD student to develop innovative strategies for the safe and sustainable reprocessing of reusable medical devices. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E E Epelle, Dr S Romero-Vargas Castrillon

22 September 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Next-Generation High-level Disinfectants: Targeting Bacterial Persistence on Medical Surfaces

Queen’s University Belfast

School of Pharmacy

This PhD project explores the development and mechanistic evaluation of advanced disinfection technologies targeting bacterial spores and biofilm-forming pathogens on hard surfaces and medical devices. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Wylie, Prof C McCoy

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Smart, responsive biomaterials for infection-resistant medical devices

Queen’s University Belfast

School of Pharmacy

A major problem associated with medical devices is infection. With infection rates of approaching 100% in some devices, ways to prevent formation of bacterial biofilm on medical device surfaces are urgently required. Read more

Supervisors: Prof C McCoy, Dr M Wylie

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Development of dual-functional antibacterial and antifungal polymers to prevent medical device-associated infections

Queen’s University Belfast

School of Pharmacy

Medical device-related fungal infections caused by Candida spp., e.g., in urinary catheters, account for 17.8% of catheter-associated urinary tract infections, posing significant health risks, especially in individuals with compromised immunity. Read more

Supervisor: Dr SZ Zhang

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Infection-responsive coatings for the prevention of catheter-associated urinary tract infections

Queen’s University Belfast

School of Pharmacy

Medical care has transformed over the last century with significant improvements in the variety and extent to which various diseases can be treated and/or prevented. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Wylie

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Science Research Opportunities at the University of East Anglia

University of East Anglia

Faculty of Medicine and Health Science

The Faculty of Science is part of Norwich Research Park, one of Europe's leading research centres conducting cutting-edge multidisciplinary research with an annual research spend of over £130 million. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) PhD Opportunities

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Investigating Non-thermal ‘Cold’ Plasmas for Enhancing the Delivery and Efficacy of Antibiotics and Complex molecules to biofilms of clinically relevant bacteria

Queen’s University Belfast

School of Pharmacy

Research Group: Infection and antimicrobial resistance

Biofilms, complex multi-species consortia of microorganisms existing either as surface attached communities or non-surface-attached aggregates, are characterised by significantly elevated tolerance to antimicrobial challenges and often an inability to adequately treat the infection with conventional antibiotics. Read more

Supervisors: Prof B Gilmore, Dr T Thompson

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Biomaterial coatings with lubricious, slippery coatings for improved urinary catheter performance

Queen’s University Belfast

School of Pharmacy

Intermittent urinary catheterisation is commonly used to address chronic urinary retention in patients suffering from conditions such as spinal cord injury, stroke, and multiple sclerosis. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Wylie

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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MSc by Research: The impact of gain-of-function mutations on Candida albicans antifungal drug tolerance and pathobiology

University of Aberdeen

School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition

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

Supervisors: Prof C Munro, Dr L Walker

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Unravelling the Role of Aspergillus in Chronic Airway Disease Exacerbations and Disease Progression

The University of Manchester

Division of Evolution, Infection and Genomic Sciences

Research Group: Division of Evolution, Infection and Genomic

Background. Exacerbations are a major health burden of chronic airway disease such as COPD or bronchiectasis. Read more

Supervisors: Dr CK Kosmidis, Dr A.M Mathioudakis, Dr M Bertuzzi

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Self-regulating, self-cleaning biomaterials

Queen’s University Belfast

School of Pharmacy

A major problem associated with medical devices is infection. With infection rates of approaching 100% in some devices, ways to prevent formation of bacterial biofilm on medical device surfaces are urgently required. Read more

Supervisor: Prof C McCoy

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Development of a T cell diagnostic test for viral haemorrhagic fever exposure

University of Liverpool

Institute of Infection, Veterinary and Ecological Sciences

Viral haemorrhagic fevers (VHFs) pose significant risks to healthcare workers, first responders and military personnel. Current exposure assessment relies heavily on serology, which can be difficult to interpret. Read more

Supervisors: Dr L Turtle, Prof T Fletcher

31 July 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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We have 21 medical microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

medical microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 21 medical microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Investigating microbiome associations with clinical manifestations of systemic sclerosis

Beyond scratching the surface: optimisation of biofilm disinfection. (Reference no.: SHLS26146- Kean)

Bioactive, biodegradable coatings for urinary medical devices

Enabling Safer and More Sustainable Reprocessing of Reusable Medical Devices

Next-Generation High-level Disinfectants: Targeting Bacterial Persistence on Medical Surfaces

Smart, responsive biomaterials for infection-resistant medical devices

Development of dual-functional antibacterial and antifungal polymers to prevent medical device-associated infections

Infection-responsive coatings for the prevention of catheter-associated urinary tract infections

Science Research Opportunities at the University of East Anglia

Investigating Non-thermal ‘Cold’ Plasmas for Enhancing the Delivery and Efficacy of Antibiotics and Complex molecules to biofilms of clinically relevant bacteria

Biomaterial coatings with lubricious, slippery coatings for improved urinary catheter performance

MSc by Research: The impact of gain-of-function mutations on Candida albicans antifungal drug tolerance and pathobiology

Unravelling the Role of Aspergillus in Chronic Airway Disease Exacerbations and Disease Progression

Self-regulating, self-cleaning biomaterials

Development of a T cell diagnostic test for viral haemorrhagic fever exposure

We have 21 medical microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

medical microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 21 medical microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Investigating microbiome associations with clinical manifestations of systemic sclerosis

Beyond scratching the surface: optimisation of biofilm disinfection. (Reference no.: SHLS26146- Kean)

Bioactive, biodegradable coatings for urinary medical devices

Enabling Safer and More Sustainable Reprocessing of Reusable Medical Devices

Next-Generation High-level Disinfectants: Targeting Bacterial Persistence on Medical Surfaces

Smart, responsive biomaterials for infection-resistant medical devices

Development of dual-functional antibacterial and antifungal polymers to prevent medical device-associated infections

Infection-responsive coatings for the prevention of catheter-associated urinary tract infections

Science Research Opportunities at the University of East Anglia

Investigating Non-thermal ‘Cold’ Plasmas for Enhancing the Delivery and Efficacy of Antibiotics and Complex molecules to biofilms of clinically relevant bacteria

Biomaterial coatings with lubricious, slippery coatings for improved urinary catheter performance

MSc by Research: The impact of gain-of-function mutations on Candida albicans antifungal drug tolerance and pathobiology

Unravelling the Role of Aspergillus in Chronic Airway Disease Exacerbations and Disease Progression

Self-regulating, self-cleaning biomaterials

Development of a T cell diagnostic test for viral haemorrhagic fever exposure

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