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Model-predictive control of brain plasticity for optimal non-invasive brain stimulation
Neuroplasticity is the mechanism that underpins the brain’s ability to learn or recovery from traumatic events, but also its deterioration underlies several Neurodegenerative diseases and mental illnesses. Read more
Crossmodal plasticity, multisensory processing and cognition
Applications are invited for a PhD student to work on multisensory processing and crossmodal plasticity in humans using neuroimaging methods. Read more
Synaptic plasticity and microRNA-dependent regulation of translation
Changes in synaptic strength underlie the formation of neural circuits during development and their modification in learning and memory processes. Read more
MScR: Synaptic plasticity and microRNA-dependent regulation of translation
Changes in synaptic strength underlie the formation of neural circuits during development and their modification in learning and memory processes. Read more
Structure evolution in complex alloys by analysis of combinatorial complexes
The last couple of decades have been a period of active development and manufacture of new complex-structured bulk materials, such as TWIP steels, nickel superalloys and high-entropy alloys for novel applications in energy and transport industries. Read more
Cancer Neuroscience: Investigating the impact of non-CNS tumours on neuronal plasticity in the brain
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, resulting in approximately 18 million new cases and 10 million deaths each year. Read more
Understanding and optimising motor cortex plasticity
Motor learning is a key skill required at all stages of life but is crucially important for recovery and development. A mechanistic understanding of the biological processes that underpin skill acquisition in healthy and pathological states is an important scientific and clinical goal. Read more
Modelling slip bands and short crack growth in Ni-based superalloys using discrete crystal plasticity
In metal fatigue, microplastic strain localisation leads to the formation of discrete slip bands, which contribute to the initiation and propagation of short cracks. Read more
AMPA receptor structure and function
Information transfer in the brain occurs at synapses, where memories are stored as a result of synaptic plasticity processes. AMPA-type glutamate-receptors (AMPA-Rs), major ligand-gated ion channels, are the main mediators of signal transmission, and centrally contribute to synaptic plasticity. Read more
How to regulate plasticity in the brain
The Kwok Lab at the School of Biomedical Science invites applications from prospective postgraduate researchers who wish to commence study for a PhD in the academic year 2023/24. Read more
Assessing the hemodynamic signal sources of fMRI based spontaneous connectivity maps and how neuronal plasticity such as increased spatial working memory can change these networks
Many psychiatric (e.g. schizophrenia) and neurological diseases are characterised by a disturbance of the connections between different parts of the brain that need to communicate with one another. Read more
Predicting whipping induced failure in a cyclic progressive collapse analysis of ship structures
Supporting an ongoing collaboration between Newcastle University (Dr Simon Benson), Osaka University (Prof Akira Tatsumi) and University of Strathclyde (Dr Shen Li), this PhD project will contribute invaluable research in the field of marine structures, specifically investigating the cyclic progressive collapse of ships. Read more
Ultrasonically-assisted materials processing to support sustainable power electronics - (ENG 1663)
Ultrasonic vibrations can alter the properties of materials, and this phenomenon forms the basis of some widely-used manufacturing and packaging processes. Read more
Mapping the LARP1/1B interactome in cancer
Aberrant cellular metabolism is one of cancer’s key defining hallmarks. Cancer cells are uniquely capable of simultaneously activating glycolysis and aerobic respiration to overcome environmental hypoxia and nutrient starvation. Read more
Electric field assisted machining
The application of electric-field in materials processing will revolutionise future manufacturing. In comparison with conventional thermo-mechanical processing, it is rapid, consumes less energy, has a lower environmental impact and requires less capital investment. Read more