protein structure PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 86 protein structure PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Crystallization of membrane proteins

We aim at developing a SIMPLE-TO-IMPLEMENT & GENERAL crystallization approach for membrane proteins embedded in a micelle of choice. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Patchornik

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

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Chemical energy conversion in biology studied using advanced spectroscopic and structural tools

University of Leicester Department of Chemistry

Graduate Teaching Assistantship. This is a Graduate Training Assistantship (GTA), which means that you will be required to do some teaching, particularly lab demonstrating, as part of your training. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Ash

22 April 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Development of LA1011 for high affinity binding to Hsp90 for use towards healthy ageing in patients showing Alzheimer’s symptoms

University of Sussex School of Life Sciences

Research Group: Biochemistry

With 50 million global cases of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and care costs of 1 trillion UK pounds (expected to triple by 2050), there is a pressing need to slow disease progression, sustain productive lives and reduce costs. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Prodromou

5 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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The role of extracellular vesicles in lung epithelial cell communication in health and disease

University of Salford School of Science, Engineering and Environment

There is an opportunity to apply for a widening participation scholarship (available to UK candidates or those eligible for UK fees) can be found here. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Miklavc

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

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MSc By Research: How does SAF-A controls DNA replication and cell proliferation via open chromatin?

Aberdeen University School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition

The MSc by Research programme at the University of Aberdeen is for students interested in a research-intensive master's degree. It is designed specifically to enhance your skills for a PhD or research career. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Hiraga, Prof A Donaldson

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

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Investigating the role of P2X7 receptor intracellular domains in cell signalling

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Biosciences

Project description. P2X7 receptors are ion channels that are found on the surface of immune cells, where they respond to the binding of extracellular ATP, a damage signal released by dying cells in infection and injury. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Young, Dr J Parker

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

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Investigating the interaction of La related proteins with colliding ribosomes

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Translation of mRNA into proteins is a critical cellular biological process for all life. This requires ribosomes to act with an array of translation factors to decode mRNA sequences. Read more

Supervisors: Prof G D Pavitt, Dr A Roseman

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

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Exosome biogenesis and organelle trafficking in neurodegeneration.

University of Nottingham School of Life Sciences

Scientific summary. Intracellular transport pathways are fundamental for cell structure and function. Due to their longevity, complex morphology (long axonal and dendritic extensions) and requirement to maintain synaptic transmission, neurons are heavily dependent upon intracellular transport. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Hume, Dr DS Scott, Dr F Dajas-Bailador

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

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Molecular characterization of Sam68-driven cytoskeletal reorganization

University of Leicester Molecular and Cell Biology

The cytoskeleton is a complex network of various fibres (microtubules, actin, …) that is essential for cells to maintain their shape and internal organization and for their migration. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Dominguez, Prof A Fry

23 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Machine Learning and Molecular Modelling in Mass Spectrometry

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

This PhD project will harness the power of computational modelling and machine learning (A.I.) to analyse data obtained by mass spectrometry experiments and predict structural characteristics of biomolecules and their interactions. Read more

Supervisors: Prof F. Sobott, Dr A Kalli, Dr H Wang

Open Day(s) Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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ThAnoS: thiopeptide antibiotics biosynthesis (GHILAROV_J24DTP)

John Innes Centre Graduate Programme

Background. The acute problem of antimicrobial resistance incentivises us to develop innovative approaches to antibiotic discovery & production. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Ghilarov

9 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Genetics of flowering shoot temperature responses in plants

Durham University Department of Biosciences

The shape of plants is shaped by both genetics and environment; changes in response to temperature can be the most dramatic of all. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Hepworth

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Characterising vegan cheese: Its microstructure and the influence of ingredients and process

Sheffield Hallam University Materials and Engineering Research Institute

The Industry and Innovation Research Institute (I2Ri) draws on talents, expertise and facilities across Sheffield Hallam University. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Millman, Dr SC Campbell, Dr RG Gillis

10 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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A role for cortical niche environment in interneuron maturation and diversification

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Medicine

Hodge Centre for Translational Neuroscience. “Towards innovative treatments for mental illness”. Cardiff University Neuroscience and Mental Health Innovation Institute. Read more

Supervisor: Prof M Li

7 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Structural basis of two-component system signaling

Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology International Max Planck Research School

Background: . As bacteria explore new habitats, go to war with competitors or collaborate against common enemies, they rely heavily on intra- and interspecies communication and precise molecular scouting of their environment. Read more

Supervisors: Prof UH Hellmich, Prof S.E.O. O'Connor

18 April 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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We have 86 protein structure PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

protein structure PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 86 protein structure PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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