PhD Position: AI-based Image Analysis in Oncology

Faculty of Informatics Masaryk University

Research Group: Centre for Biomedical Image Analysis (CBIA), FI MU

PhD Position. AI-based Image Analysis in Oncology. Faculty of Informatics, Masaryk University (FI MU), Brno, Czech Republic. Supervisor. Read more

Supervisor: Prof MK Kozubek

30 November 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for oncology indications

University of Bradford

Faculty of Life Sciences

A major challenge in cancer therapy is to develop therapeutic agents that selectively target tumour cells but are not harmful to normal tissue. Read more

Supervisors: Prof K Pors, Dr Muhammad Wahajuddin, Prof R Falconer

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

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Identifying critical pathways regulating autoimmunity in immuno-oncology and arthritis patients

The University of Manchester

Division of Musculoskeletal and Dermatological Sciences

Research Group: Division of Musculoskeletal and Dermatological Sciences

Background. Immune checkpoint inhibitors (CPIs) such as BLOCKING antibodies targeting CTLA4 (e.g. ipilimumab) have revolutionised the treatment of metastatic cancers by offering long-term remission, by boosting the immune response. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Viatte, Dr P Martin, Dr MC Christofi

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

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Shaping the Future of Oncology: 4D Bioprinting of Smart Biomaterials for Targeted Cancer Therapy

Queen’s University Belfast

School of Pharmacy

According to WHO, cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide, with nearly 1 in 6 deaths been due to cancer. The principal modes of cancer management are surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and pharmaceutical agents. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Lamprou

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

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Men United: A football-based physical activity programme for men in Ireland following a prostate cancer diagnosis

South East Technological University (Waterford)

Research Support Unit

Research Group: Centre for Health Behaviour Research

Project Key Words. Exercise Oncology; Prostate Cancer Survivorship; Football is Medicine. Post summary. Applications are invited from suitably qualified graduates for a PhD scholarship at South East Technological University (SETU) for the project Men United. Read more

Supervisors: Dr P Sheehan, Prof MH Harrison, Prof P Carroll

29 July 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Integrative Cancer Genomics: Single-Cell Transcriptomics and Oxford Nanopore Long-Read Sequencing for Biomarker Discovery

Aston University

College of Health and Life Sciences

Details of the Project. Sarcomas are rare and biologically diverse cancers, comprising more than 70 histological subtypes, each with distinct genomic and molecular characteristics. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Elasrag

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Investigating genetic and circadian rhythm effects on radiotherapy side effects for breast cancer

University of Leicester

Department of Genetics, Genomics and Cancer Sciences

Project. Radiotherapy is an effective form of cancer therapy that targets high energy irradiation to the tumour volume, resulting in destruction of cancer cells and improved survival. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C J Talbot, Dr TR Rattay

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

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Smart Implantable and Biomaterial Systems for Targeted Therapy

Queen’s University Belfast

School of Pharmacy

PhD projects aim to develop advanced biomaterial-based and implantable drug delivery systems that address key clinical needs in oncology, urology, and chronic pain management. Read more

Supervisors: Prof G Andrews, Dr S Li

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

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European Research Council part-funded PhD Studentship: “Deep Learning-Based Synthetic Histology for Microstructural MRI Biomarkers of the Liver”

King’s College London

Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine

For full project details and how to apply visit institution website. We are looking for a highly motivated PhD student to join Dr Andrada Ianus at the School of Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences (first supervisor) and Dr Cheng Zhang at The Roger Williams Institute of Liver Studies (second supervisor). Read more

Supervisors: Dr AI Ianus, Dr CZ Zhang

6 September 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Full Time PhD Studentship - CRUK Glioma CoE

University College London

UCL Cancer Institute

The UCL Cancer Institute is a world-leading centre for cancer research at University College London, bringing together over 400 scientists and 150 PhD students dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of cancer. Read more

Supervisor: Prof T Enver

28 July 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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PhD Project – Artificial Intelligence and Radiomics in Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Imperial College London

Department of Surgery and Cancer

An opportunity has arisen for a 3-year PhD studentship within the Department of Surgery and Cancer at Imperial College London. Summary. Read more

Supervisors: Prof R Sharma, Prof E Aboagye

31 July 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Cancer-related Cognitive Impairment: Investigating neuroimmune mechanisms linking peripheral tumours to dysfunctional synaptic plasticity in the brain

University of Nottingham

School of Life Sciences

To apply, please contact Dr Graham Sheridan at Graham.Sheridan@nottingham.ac.uk. Project overview. Cancer is increasingly recognised as a systemic disease that produces pathophysiological effects in organs distant from the primary tumour site. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Sheridan

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

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Data analytics and artificial intelligence to predict length of stay, readmission, and mortality after colorectal cancer surgery

University of Portsmouth

School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering

Applications are invited for a self-funded, 3 year full-time or 6 year part-time PhD project. The PhD will be based in the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering and will be supervised by Dr Shamsul Masum, Dr Edward Smart and Professor Jim Khan (Consultant from Portsmouth Hospital University Trust). . Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Masum, Dr E Smart

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

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Switching on Cell Death (Ferroptosis) in Cancer by Combining Traditional and Modern Medicine (BAOY_U26FMHCPRT)

University of East Anglia

Norwich Medical School

Primary supervisor. Professor Yongping Bao. Phytochemicals play a key role in cancer management. For example, paclitaxel from Taxus brevifolia has been used for treatment of approximately 60% cancers. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Y Bao

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

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Targeting the mRNA Export Pathway to Overcome Immune Evasion in Hypoxic Head and Neck Cancer

University of Sheffield

School of Clinical Dentistry

Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) is the seventh most common cancer worldwide, with approximately 800,000 new cases diagnosed annually. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H Bolland

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We have 29 oncology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

oncology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 29 oncology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

PhD Position: AI-based Image Analysis in Oncology

Development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for oncology indications

Identifying critical pathways regulating autoimmunity in immuno-oncology and arthritis patients

Shaping the Future of Oncology: 4D Bioprinting of Smart Biomaterials for Targeted Cancer Therapy

Men United: A football-based physical activity programme for men in Ireland following a prostate cancer diagnosis

Integrative Cancer Genomics: Single-Cell Transcriptomics and Oxford Nanopore Long-Read Sequencing for Biomarker Discovery

Investigating genetic and circadian rhythm effects on radiotherapy side effects for breast cancer

Smart Implantable and Biomaterial Systems for Targeted Therapy

European Research Council part-funded PhD Studentship: “Deep Learning-Based Synthetic Histology for Microstructural MRI Biomarkers of the Liver”

Full Time PhD Studentship - CRUK Glioma CoE

PhD Project – Artificial Intelligence and Radiomics in Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Cancer-related Cognitive Impairment: Investigating neuroimmune mechanisms linking peripheral tumours to dysfunctional synaptic plasticity in the brain

Data analytics and artificial intelligence to predict length of stay, readmission, and mortality after colorectal cancer surgery

Switching on Cell Death (Ferroptosis) in Cancer by Combining Traditional and Modern Medicine (BAOY_U26FMHCPRT)

Targeting the mRNA Export Pathway to Overcome Immune Evasion in Hypoxic Head and Neck Cancer

We have 29 oncology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

oncology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 29 oncology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

PhD Position: AI-based Image Analysis in Oncology

Development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for oncology indications

Identifying critical pathways regulating autoimmunity in immuno-oncology and arthritis patients

Shaping the Future of Oncology: 4D Bioprinting of Smart Biomaterials for Targeted Cancer Therapy

Men United: A football-based physical activity programme for men in Ireland following a prostate cancer diagnosis

Integrative Cancer Genomics: Single-Cell Transcriptomics and Oxford Nanopore Long-Read Sequencing for Biomarker Discovery

Investigating genetic and circadian rhythm effects on radiotherapy side effects for breast cancer

Smart Implantable and Biomaterial Systems for Targeted Therapy

European Research Council part-funded PhD Studentship: “Deep Learning-Based Synthetic Histology for Microstructural MRI Biomarkers of the Liver”

Full Time PhD Studentship - CRUK Glioma CoE

PhD Project – Artificial Intelligence and Radiomics in Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Cancer-related Cognitive Impairment: Investigating neuroimmune mechanisms linking peripheral tumours to dysfunctional synaptic plasticity in the brain

Data analytics and artificial intelligence to predict length of stay, readmission, and mortality after colorectal cancer surgery

Switching on Cell Death (Ferroptosis) in Cancer by Combining Traditional and Modern Medicine (BAOY_U26FMHCPRT)

Targeting the mRNA Export Pathway to Overcome Immune Evasion in Hypoxic Head and Neck Cancer

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