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Search for a novel therapeutic approach in chronic pain management
Newcastle University Faculty of Medical Sciences Graduate School
One in five people worldwide suffer from some form of chronic pain, and only minority of patients gain adequate pain control with existing drugs. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr I Obara
 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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Spinal cord neuronal dysfunction in diabetic neuropathic pain
Nottingham Trent University School of Science & Technology
Neuropathic pain is a common diabetic complication, with as many as 50% of patients suffering from sensory complications (burning pain, pins and needles). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr RP Hulse
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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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Investigating the neural circuitry involved in the negative affective-motivational component of pain
Nottingham Trent University School of Science & Technology
The international association of pain defines pain as “an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience that is associated with actual or potential tissue damage”. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr RP Hulse, Dr C Tinsley, Dr LH Hickey
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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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The impact of pain on the aging nervous system
University of Nottingham School of Life Sciences
The way in which pain is detected and processed changes significantly over the life-course. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Hathway
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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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Developing and evaluating a primary care navigation intervention for children and young people who have dental pain
Queen Mary University of London Institute of Dentistry
A significant proportion of children still suffer from dental problems that cause acute pain despite massive improvements in children’s oral health in the UK [1]. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr V Muirhead
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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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TARGETING MITOPHAGY TO REDUCE CHEMOTHERAPY-INDUCED PAIN
University of Reading School of Pharmacy
"Background. Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is the most commonly reported side effect of chemotherapeutic drugs, affecting quality of life in many cancer patients. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Maiaru
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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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Pain assessment and management for people with advanced dementia in long-term care settings.
Queen’s University Belfast School of Pharmacy
Patients with advanced dementia often have complex and dynamic health statuses and unique health-care needs. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr C Parsons, Dr H Barry, Dr G Mitchell
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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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Molecular Mechanisms of Receptor and Ion Channel Regulation in Pain and Inflammation
University of Reading School of Pharmacy
"Receptors and ion channels are responsible for the transmission of signals across cellular membranes that regulate a plethora of biological and cellular functions. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr G Cottrell, Dr D Widera, Dr S Amadesi, Dr A McNeish
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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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The role of nocebo effects in women’s experience of cervical screening procedures: implicationsfor interventions to improve cervical screening attendance.
University of Sheffield Department of Psychology
In England, around 3000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year (Cancer Research UK,. 2018). Cervical screening is a way of preventing cancer. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Webster, Dr J Gibson-Miller
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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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Establishing the reliability and validity of digital tools to collect patient generated data
The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health
Background. The rise in consumer electronics ownership, such as smartphones and smartwatches, offers unique opportunities to collect granular subject-reported and passively collected research data via remote monitoring. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J McBeth, Prof W Dixon
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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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Development of an advanced biofabrication platform for cartilaginous tissue regeneration
The University of Manchester EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Advanced Biomedical Materials
Application deadline. 3rd March. Interviews to be held. 31 March 2021. Fibrocartilaginous tissues, such as the meniscus and intervertebral disc (IVD), promote healthy locomotion and protect adjacent bony tissue by distribution of high levels of mechanical load. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Richardson
 3 March 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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Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project is in competition for funding with other projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be successful. Unsuccessful projects may still go ahead as self-funded opportunities. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but potential 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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Development of an advanced biofabrication platform for cartilaginous tissue regeneration
University of Sheffield EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Advanced Biomedical Materials
Application deadline. 3rd March. Interviews to be held. 31 March 2021. Fibrocartilaginous tissues, such as the meniscus and intervertebral disc (IVD), promote healthy locomotion and protect adjacent bony tissue by distribution of high levels of mechanical load. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Richardson
 3 March 2021 PhD Research Project

PhD Research Project

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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Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

This project is in competition for funding with other projects. Usually the project which receives the best applicant will be successful. Unsuccessful projects may still go ahead as self-funded opportunities. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but potential 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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A study of the natural history of joint hypermobility using a population-based birth cohort
University of Bristol Bristol Medical School
People with generalised joint hypermobility (GJH) are described as being ‘double-jointed’ because their joints are more flexible and bendy than other people’s. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr E Clark, Prof A Judge, Prof S Palmer
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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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Health PhD
University of Bath Department for Health
Overview. As a PhD student in the Department for Health at Bath you will have the opportunity to undertake original, in-depth research under expert supervision working in one of the top rated research Universities in the UK. Read more
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The PhD opportunities on this programme do 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.

 Social Sciences Research Programme

Social Sciences Research Programme

Social Sciences Research Programmes present a range of research opportunities, shaped by a university’s particular expertise, facilities and resources. You will usually identify a suitable topic for your PhD and propose your own project. Additional training and development opportunities may also be offered as part of your programme.

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Evidence-based healthcare in the prevention of oral mucositis
The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health
Oral mucositis is characterised by painful ulcers of the mouth and is a side effect of some cancer treatments. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr L O'Malley, Dr P Riley, Prof A-M Glenny
 Year round applications PhD Research Project

PhD Research Project

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

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