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schizophrenia PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 20 schizophrenia PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Development and characterisation of cortical organoid model for drug discovery to treat cognitive impairment in schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a psychiatric disorder which severely impairs the individual’s ability to function in society. The most recognised symptoms are delusions and hallucinations, but patients also suffer from memory and attention problems. Read more
Funded PhD open to UK-domiciled, home fee applicants of Black African, Black Caribbean or other Black or mixed Black heritage - Neural and molecular underpinnings of negative symptoms in schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a debilitating and often chronic psychiatric disorder that is distressing for patients, their families and their peers. Read more
MSc by Research: Characterization of the molecular and cellular function of the schizophrenia risk factor CUL9
We invite applications for an exciting MSc Research Project investigating the function of risk factors for neurodevelopmental conditions in membrane trafficking in neurons. Read more
PhD Opportunity - Synaptic plasticity deficits in schizophrenia
'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Project outline: Schizophrenia is a common and severe disease with a strong genetic influence. Read more
Genomics-first approaches for identifying novel drug targets for psychotic disorders
Psychotic experiences (hallucinations, delusions) occur in several forms of mental illness, particularly the most severe conditions of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Read more
(Bicentenary) Epigenetic mechanisms linking maternal inflammation-induced transcriptional changes to adult behavioural impairment in a neurodevelopmental rat model
A fundamental unknown in understanding mechanisms of disease, and therefore improving therapy, is how stressors experienced during critical developmental periods influence the genesis or ‘programming’ of adult disease (Estes & McAllister 2016). Read more
(Bicentenary) Modelling the effects of dopaminergic neuromodulation on brain state and function
Dopamine is an essential neurotransmitter that influences various physiological functions such as motor control, as well as adaptive behaviour through salience and novelty processing, which in turn support attention, exploration, and goal-directed behaviour (Cools, 2019; Shohamy & Adcock; 2010). Read more
(Bicentenary) Understanding needs and care pathways for people with co-morbid dementia and psychosis
Psychotic symptoms occur in one-third to one-half of patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD; Ropacki & Jeste, 2005) and also occur in other forms such as vascular dementia, Lewy body disease (LBD), or frontotemporal dementia (FTD) (Agüera-Ortiz, 2022). Read more
New approaches to develop retinoic acid receptor-targeted drugs to treat neurological disease
Applications are invited for this self-funded 42 Month project within the Institute of Medical Sciences at the University of Aberdeen. Read more
Understanding needs and care pathways for people with co-morbid dementia and psychosis
Psychotic symptoms occur in one-third to one-half of patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD; Ropacki & Jeste, 2005) and also occur in other forms such as vascular dementia, Lewy body disease (LBD), or frontotemporal dementia (FTD) (Agüera-Ortiz, 2022). Read more
Shared decision making and psychosis – whose voice counts in the conversations about stopping or reducing antipsychotic medication
Prescribing antipsychotics has increased steadily in England over the last decade. For serious mental health conditions like schizophrenia, they are prescribed with the view of keeping the patient on them indefinitely. Read more
The epigenomic, transcriptional and diagnostic architecture of neurodevelopmental disorders caused by exposure to maternal infection
A fundamental unknown in understanding mechanisms of disease, and therefore improving therapy, is how stressors experienced during critical developmental periods influence the genesis or ‘programming’ of adult disease (Estes & McAllister 2016). Read more
The biological and cognitive mechanisms underlying disrupted metabolic function in psychosis and psychosis-risk: From exploring temporality using data-driven approaches, to exploring granularity and dose-response using person-driven approaches
Application deadline - midday (GMT) Friday 10 January 2025. Additional supervisors. Dr Colin T Dourish, Blue Day Healthcare and Dr Elizabeth Simpson, University of Nottingham. Read more
The gut-brain-axis: how does the gut microbiota affect the function of the brain?
The gut microbiota is an important contributor to overall health of the central nervous system (CNS), with a bidirectional communication (gut-brain-axis). Read more
The association of periodontal health with mental health, stress, and resilience
The mouth is a complex niche in the body. it is inhabited by many microbes and regularly surveyed by the immune system. The microbes accumulate on the teeth and are removed by regular tooth brushing. Read more
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