sensory PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Developing an AI-driven BCI-based neurofeedback device to treat chronic post-viral fatigue syndrome

University of Essex Faculty of Science and Health

The Faculty of Science and Health at the University of Essex is offering one PhD research Scholarship for a student to participate in a joint project with g.tec (gtec.at), NHS, and BT. Read more

Supervisor: Dr V De Feo

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

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Neurohormonal investigation of ASMR

Anglia Ruskin University ARU School of Psychology and Sport Science

Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) is a sensory-perceptual phenomenon characterized by reliable, involuntary and pleasurable tingling sensation. Read more

Supervisors: Dr F Cardini, Dr J Aspell, Dr G Poerio

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

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Integrating information from vision and touch in virtual reality telepresence systems

University of Reading School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences

Virtual reality systems are fundamentally altering how we study human sensory perception. Similarly, to build good virtual reality systems we need a clear understanding of how the brain integrates sensory information into a robust and useful percept. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Scarfe

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

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Modulation of fortified foods for older adults

University of Reading Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences

Protein requirements increase with age as protein can help minimise sarcopenia and improve immunity. However protein fortified foods are often poorly accepted by older adults and can lead to numerous negative sensory attributes. Read more

Supervisors: Prof L Methven, Dr S Lignou

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

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Exploring Innovative Approaches in Chronic Pain: Focus on Neuropathic pain and Spinal Cord Stimulation

Newcastle University Faculty of Medical Sciences Graduate School

Pain can be a debilitating long-term and persistent symptom in many medical conditions, adversely affecting quality of life. Neuropathic pain originates from nervous system damage, resulting in deficits in neural transmission leading to sensory, autonomic, and motor impairment. Read more

Supervisors: Dr I Obara, Dr Q C Vuong

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

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PhD studentship – Transport, Accessibility and the Built Environment

Newcastle University School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape

Award summary . The studentship covers home tuition fees and an annual stipend of £19,237 (for 2024/5, with a +2.9% annual increase) for 3 years, with fieldwork and conference expenses of £2500. . Read more

Supervisor: Prof GV Vigar

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

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FAIROmics - PhD fellowship in Multi-omics data production during olive fermentation.

INRAE Inrae - Paris-Saclay Food and Bioproduct Engineering Research Unit

About the Project. Plant-based dairy and meat alternatives have grown in popularity in recent years for various reasons, including sustainability and health benefits, as well as lifestyle trends and dietary restrictions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr MD Dasenaki, Prof VV Valdramidis, Dr KA Karatzas, Dr MWB Wells-Bennik, Prof M Zwietering

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

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The role of the NLRP3 inflammasome in chemotherapy-induced neurotoxicity

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Medicine

This is a Self-Funded/Sponsored PhD opportunity. FUNDING REQUIRED. Full UK/EU or International Tuition Fees. UK Living Expenses. Bench Fees (£45,000 total). Read more

Supervisor: Prof k Triantafilou

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Human speech production: From the brain to the vocal tract

Bangor University School of Psychology and Sport Science

Applications are invited for a three-year fully funded PhD studentship within the School of Psychology and Sport Science, Bangor University. The studentship covers the full cost of tuition fees, plus a maintenance stipend (approx. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Wiltshire

28 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Short and long-term genetic and behavioural consequences of traumatic brain injury in fruit flies

University of Leicester Department of Genetics and Genome Biology

General background . How many fingers am I holding up? What day of the week is it? Follow my finger? These three questions are designed to test your sensory, memory and motor neural abilities following an accident; all three systems are affected by a severe deceleration of your brain. Read more

Supervisors: Dr B Warren, Dr E Rosato, Dr R Feuda

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

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Neuron-glia communication in peripheral somatosensory system and its role in nociception and pain

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

The School of Biomedical Sciences invites applications from prospective postgraduate researchers who wish to commence study for a PhD in the academic year 2024/25. Read more

Supervisors: Prof N Gamper, Dr J. Johnston

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

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Developing “intelligent” information technologies using neural markers of multisensory decision-making and learning

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

The School of Biomedical Sciences invites applications from prospective postgraduate researchers who wish to commence study for a PhD in the academic year 2024/25. Read more

Supervisor: Dr I Delis

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

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UK Atomic Energy Authority and University of Nottingham sponsored PhD scholarship – Extra-long compliant snake robot capable of self-localization for inspection in fusion power plants

University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering

Applicants are invited to undertake a 3-year PhD program in partnership with the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) to address key challenges in robotic deployment systems enabling repair automation. Read more

Supervisor: Dr X Dong

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

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FAIROmics - PhD fellowship in explainable machine learning techniques to support the design of plant-based fermented food products – Development of a serious game to support the design of plant-based fermented food products.

INRAE Inrae - Paris-Saclay Food and Bioproduct Engineering Research Unit

About the Project. Plant-based dairy and meat alternatives have grown in popularity in recent years for various reasons, including sustainability and health benefits, as well as lifestyle trends and dietary restrictions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr ANN Ngonga-Ngomo, Dr MS Sherif, Dr CP Pénicaud, Assoc Prof ASE Saint-Eve, Dr LE Espinosa

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

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High Impact sulphur flavour compounds in hop products

University of Nottingham School of Biosciences

An exciting opportunity has arisen to study for a PhD alongside our commercial partner, Totally Natural Solutions Limited (TNS), to develop novel, clean label and sustainable flavourings for use in brewing and other industries. Read more

Supervisors: Prof D Cook, Dr J Yorke, Prof I Fisk, Prof R Marriott

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

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We have 56 sensory PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

sensory PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 56 sensory PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Developing an AI-driven BCI-based neurofeedback device to treat chronic post-viral fatigue syndrome

Neurohormonal investigation of ASMR

Integrating information from vision and touch in virtual reality telepresence systems

Modulation of fortified foods for older adults

Exploring Innovative Approaches in Chronic Pain: Focus on Neuropathic pain and Spinal Cord Stimulation

PhD studentship – Transport, Accessibility and the Built Environment

FAIROmics - PhD fellowship in Multi-omics data production during olive fermentation.

The role of the NLRP3 inflammasome in chemotherapy-induced neurotoxicity

Human speech production: From the brain to the vocal tract

Short and long-term genetic and behavioural consequences of traumatic brain injury in fruit flies

Neuron-glia communication in peripheral somatosensory system and its role in nociception and pain

Developing “intelligent” information technologies using neural markers of multisensory decision-making and learning

UK Atomic Energy Authority and University of Nottingham sponsored PhD scholarship – Extra-long compliant snake robot capable of self-localization for inspection in fusion power plants

FAIROmics - PhD fellowship in explainable machine learning techniques to support the design of plant-based fermented food products – Development of a serious game to support the design of plant-based fermented food products.

High Impact sulphur flavour compounds in hop products

We have 56 sensory PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

sensory PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 56 sensory PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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