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The relationship between dietary iron and zinc, and the gut microbiota: Can dietary iron and zinc regime be exploited to improve health?
University of Reading School of Biological Sciences
"The gut microbiota (100 trillion cells) outnumber human cells by 10 to 1. Its composition of around 500 to 1000 species is specific for each individual and is dynamic, changing with age, health and diet. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S C Andrews
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Self-Funded PhD Students Only

This project does not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.

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The Gut Microbiota and Colorectal Surgery
University of Reading Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences
"Background. Antibiotic use prior to and following colorectal surgery is conventional practice, and is aimed at reducing the incidence of postoperative infection which is a major risk of such surgery. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Lewis, Prof S C Andrews
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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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MSc by Research programme - A walk on the wild side: unravelling the functional significance of the wild and domesticated barley microbiota
University of Dundee School of Life Sciences
The proposed project will be integrated into our of our long-term efforts to decipher the structure, function and host control of the microbiota inhabiting the rhizosphere, the thin layer of soil adhering to plant roots, and determine its presumed contributions to plant growth and health using barley (Hordeum vulgare) as an experimental model. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Bulgarelli
 5 August 2021 PhD Research Project

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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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Understanding how the bitter taste receptor, T2R38, regulates the intestinal epithelium - a study from microbiota to the intestinal epithelium
Anglia Ruskin University ARU School of Life Sciences
  Research Group: Biomedical Research Group
Research Group. Biomedical Research Group. https://www.anglia.ac.uk/science-and-engineering/research/institutes-and-groups/biomedical. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Chichger
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PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.

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PhD Fellowship: Foods to optimise the ‘metabolic fingerprint’ of the gut microbiota for our health and wellbeing
Massey University Riddet Institute
We are seeking a PhD candidate for a fantastic opportunity. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof W McNabb
 31 March 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Bacteriophage role in the establishment of preterm infants’ gut microbiota (Ref: SF20/APP/SMITH3)
Northumbria University Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
Survival of very preterm infants has increased over the last 20 years, but late onset sepsis (LOS) and necrotising enterocolitis (NEC) remain a major cause of death and ongoing developmental problems in this population. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Smith
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Intra-intestinal inactivation of residual antibiotics as a promising approach to fight against antimicrobial resistance.
Kingston University Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a grave threat to public health causing 50000 deaths per year in the US and Europe alone. With virtually no new antibiotic classes created in the new millennia, identifying novel strategies to preserve and extend the useful life of existing antibiotics has therefore become a priority. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Khoder
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Bacterial cell structure and interactions in dual-species oral biofilm models.
University of Leeds Faculty of Medicine and Health
The oral microbiota is rich and diverse. There are over 700 bacterial species colonising the mouth, and disruption of this microbiota can have detrimental consequences on systemic and oral health. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T Do
 9 April 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Investigating the role of bioactive lipids in regulating enteric infection and cancer development.
Cardiff University Cardiff School of Biosciences
Start date. 1st October 2021. Essential polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) derived from the diet play an important role in regulating intestinal homeostasis and the development of inflammatory disorders, such as inflammatory bowel disease and inflammation-associated colorectal cancer. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr K Smith, Prof V O'Donnell
 16 April 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Deciphering host-oral microbiome interactions and mechanisms for prevention of dysbiosis and antimicrobial resistance
University of Leeds Faculty of Medicine and Health
Host-microbiome interactions play a key role in determining health and disease status. By deciphering the intricate signals within host and microbiome profiles we will advance knowledge for maintaining health and preventing dysbiosis. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr T Do, Prof S Pavitt
 29 April 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Regulation of the death-inducing ligand TRAIL and its impact on inflamm-ageing
Imperial College London Department of Life Sciences
The Department of Life Sciences at Imperial College London has funding for. 7. 3-year departmentally funded PhD studentships, to commence October 2021. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr N Guerra
 5 April 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

This project has funding attached for UK and EU students, though the amount may depend on your nationality. Non-EU students may still be able to apply for the project provided they can find separate funding. You should check the project and department details for more information.

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Characterising the metabolic impact of early life undernutrition and enteric infections and their downstream effects on development and health
University of Southampton Faculty of Medicine
Lead Institute / Faculty. University of Southampton / Faculty of Medicine. Duration of the award. 36 months, full time. Project description. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof J Swann
 28 March 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Cancer Research UK Birmingham Centre - Clinical and Non-Clinical PhD Fellowships
University of Birmingham
Cancer Research UK Birmingham Centre - Clinical and Non-Clinical PhD Fellowship Deadline. 12th March 2021. Studentships available. Read more
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Characterisation of the oral/skin microbiome in older adults
Aston University College of Health and Life Sciences
Applications are invited for a three year Postgraduate studentship, supported by the College of Health and Life Sciences and Colgate Palmolive, to be undertaken within the. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof A Hilton, Dr T Worthington, Dr JEP Brown
 11 March 2021 PhD Research Project

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Relationship between antibiotic therapy and development of antimicrobial resistance in patients with bronchiectasis
Queen’s University Belfast School of Pharmacy
To decrease the risk of acute infective exacerbations or flare-ups of their condition, individuals with bronchiectasis are frequently prescribed long-term oral and inhaled antibiotics. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Tunney, Prof JS Elborn, Prof J Chalmers
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