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population health PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 172 population health PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Investigating the Multifunctional Role of NME4 in Mitochondrial Dynamics and Inflammasome Activation for Innate Immune Responses

Mitochondria are not only the powerhouses of the cell but also key regulators of innate immunity,. influencing processes such as inflammasome activation, reactive oxygen species (ROS) production, and. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Muimo, Dr M Collins
 1 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Development and evaluation of 3D markerless protocols for clinical decision making in brachial plexus injuries for developing children

The aim of this PhD will be to develop and evaluate a protocol which draws on 3D movement technology (marker based and markerless) for the assessment and management of children with perinatal brachial plexus injuries (PBPI). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr F Philp
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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(PhD) Mobile Genetic Elements as key drivers for sustainable Wheat-Fungus Adaptations in a Changing Climate

As the world confronts pressing global challenges like a projected population surge to 9.7 billion by 2050, climate change, and the rise of pest pressures, innovative strategies to enhance crop resilience are essential for food security and environmental stability. Read more
 Supervisors: Assoc Prof SG Garg, Prof D Johnson, Dr S Griffiths, Prof N Hall
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD in Applied Sciences

The University of Brighton’s research responds directly to the most pressing global challenges, with impact at the heart of our ambitions and success. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  PhD Research Programme
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The Optimisation of Visual Performance in Athletes Using Custom-Made Lenses

Details of the Project. Visual performance is increasingly recognised as a critical determinant of athletic success, particularly in fast-ball sports where millisecond decisions determine competitive outcomes (Laby & Kirschen, 2021). Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S Naroo
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Improving Detection and Intervention for Social Isolation and Loneliness in Dementia Using NLP and Clinical Screening

Dementia is a progressive neurocognitive condition that substantially reduces quality of life and life expectancy, and is frequently experienced as deeply isolating. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr N Vaci, Dr Kirsty Harkness
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Unravelling the mysteries of morphological heterogeneity in bacteria

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 Supervisor: Dr S Gweon
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Uncovering shared genetic and molecular mechanisms in multiple long-term conditions through multi-trait and multiomics approaches

  Research Group: Public Health & Epidemiology
This project is an example of the type of approaches that can be applied to a wide range of multiple long-term conditions. Thyroid disorders are common, affecting an estimated 1 in 20 people in the UK (British Thyroid Foundation, 2025). Read more
 Supervisors: Dr JC Chen, Prof F Dudbridge
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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The role of general practice pharmacists in supporting medicines use by people living with dementia

Medicines are a cornerstone of chronic disease management, including for people living with dementia (PLWD), who frequently experience polypharmacy and complex medication regimens. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr H Barry, Prof C Hughes
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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How do hormones regulate memory?

Deficiencies of thyroid hormone are common throughout the globe. Adult-onset hypothyroidism is prevalent in around 8-10% of the population and is associated with reproductive disorders, anxiety, depression and impairment of memory. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr N Vasudevan, Prof P G Knight
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Loneliness and its effect on Theory of Mind in older adults

  Research Group: Psychology
Loneliness is known to contribute to poor physical and mental health conditions across the lifespan including older adults (Boehlen et al., 2022; Ong et al., 2015). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Yong
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Studying for a PhD in Humanities and Social Science

The University of Brighton has opened opportunities for self-funded PhD students in multiple areas of research in the fields of humanities and social sciences. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  PhD Research Programme
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Ageing of the human heelpad: tissue properties and gait biomechanics

The human heel pad is a complex biological material composed of fat and connective tissue. It is important in impact management during gait, and it is linked to foot pathologies and heel pain. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr K D'Aout, Dr A Sharp, Dr P Chatzistergos, Dr RR Readioff
 29 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Developing a toolbox for pre- and post-operative assessment of wrist function

The human wrist is a highly complex anatomical joint. Its healthy functioning is crucial to normal hand performance, and our ability to successfully interact with and manipulate the environment. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof K Bates, Dr S Fichera
 29 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PhD Global Excellence and Mobility Scholarship (GEMS 2026). Research Project: Cross-Regional Mechanisms in Schizophrenia & ASD via Multi-omics in Patient-Derived hiPSC Models

This project establishes hiPSC lines from ethnically diverse Malaysian donors with schizophrenia/ASD plus matched controls, harmonised with Australian standards. Read more
 Supervisor: Assoc Prof Satoshi Ogawa
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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