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stem cell PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 76 stem cell PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Unravelling the Complex Pathogenic Mechanisms of RYR2 Exon-3 Deletion Using an Inducible Stem Cell Model

The University of Manchester
Division of Cardiovascular Sciences
Catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (CPVT) is a genetic arrhythmia syndrome characterized by the onset of life-threatening arrhythmias during exertion or emotional stress. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr L Venetucci, Miss K.K. King, Dr D.H. Hutcings
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Engineering 3D cell-matrix interfaces for cell delivery, regenerative therapies and disease modelling

The University of Manchester
Division of Cell Matrix Biology and Regenerative Medicine
  Research Group: Division of Cell Matrix Biology and Regenerative Medicine
Most regenerative therapies instruct cells using soluble factors and defined biochemical culture conditions. The Amer Lab takes a different approach. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M.A Amer
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Role of skeletal muscle stem cells in muscle aging

University of Sheffield
School of Biosciences
  Research Group: Development, Regeneration and Neurophysiology
The ability of skeletal muscles to regenerate in response to injury, exercise, growth or disease depends on a population of adult skeletal muscle stem cells called satellite cells. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A G Borycki
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Epigenetics of early human embryonic development

University of Leicester
College of Life Sciences
  Research Group: Molecular & Cell Biology
The 46th chromosome in XX female mammals, the second X, has to be switched off. That way females equalize gene dosage of X-linked genes with XY males. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr Y Markaki, Dr MT Tellier
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Investigating the therapeutic efficacy of resident cardiac stem cells

University of Liverpool
Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences
The studentship aims to characterise human cardiac resident stem cells and their potential for effecting functional cardiac repair. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Oldershaw, Dr A Chadwick, Dr M Phelan, Prof R Barrett-Jolley
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Understanding the contribution of SHANK3 LLPS in autism and cancer

The University of Manchester
Division of Cell Matrix Biology and Regenerative Medicine
  Research Group: Division of Cell Matrix Biology and Regenerative Medicine
In this exciting research project, you will investigate SHANK3, a key protein that facilitates communication and adaptation in brain cells. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr TZ Zacharchenko, Dr IB Barsukov, Prof S Kimber
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Aldehyde dehydrogenase expression and function in cancer stem cells

University of Bradford
Faculty of Life Sciences
Aldehyde dehydrogenases (ALDHs) catalyse the oxidation and detoxification of reactive endogenous and exogenous aldehydes into carboxylic acids via NAD+ coupled reduction. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof K Pors, Dr S Swaroop, Dr A Ruiz Estrada
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Modelling Huntington’s Disease to study mechanisms of somatic CAG expansion and the role of microglia and astrocytes in disease onset and progression.

Cardiff University
Cardiff School of Biosciences
  Research Group: Neuroscience
Marie Sklodowska-Curie Early Stage Researcher. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof N Allen
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Understanding the molecular mechanisms of Wnt and Notch signalling during embryonic development

University of Liverpool
Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences
This project uses cutting-edge 3D gastruloid models to reveal how the integration of Wnt and Notch (Wntch) signalling pathways drives cell fate decisions in the early mammalian embryo. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr D Turner, Dr B Wilm
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Bio-Hybrid Metal-Organic Frameworks for Programmable Cellular Interfaces

University of Birmingham
School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences
Background and Rationale. Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) are crystalline, porous, and highly modular materials capable of hosting small molecules, ions, and biomolecules. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof E Valsami-Jones
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Exploring the role of interferon stimulated genes (ISGs) in stem cells of serous ovarian cancer

University of Bradford
Faculty of Life Sciences
  Research Group: Institute of Cancer Therapeutics
Epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) is the leading cause of mortality in women due to gynaecological cancers. High-grade serous ovarian cancer (HGSOC) accounts for 70-80% of patients with EOC. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Swaroop
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Exploring chemoprevention: Investigating the impact of novel Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) on breast cells and onset of tumours using a Body-on-a-chip model

University of Bradford
Faculty of Life Sciences
  Research Group: Institute of Cancer Therapeutics
Endocrine-disrupting compounds (EDCs) are a group of chemicals that can alter the normal functioning of the body’s hormonal system and can have harmful effects. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Swaroop
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Turbocharging T cell therapeutics for solid cancer

The University of Manchester
Division of Immunology, Immunity to Infection and Respiratory Medicine
  Research Group: Division of Immunology, Immunity to Infection and Respiratory Medicine
T cell–based immunotherapies have shown promise for certain malignancies, yet multiple factors limit their effectiveness in solid tumors. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A Hurlstone, Dr KM Marie, Prof A Malliri
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Investigating the role of TMEM16A/ANO1 ion channels in treatment-resistance in glioblastoma

Queen’s University Belfast
School of Medicine, Dentistry & Biomedical Sciences
  Research Group: The Patrick G Johnston Centre for Cancer Research
Glioblastoma is initially treated by surgery followed by radiotherapy and chemotherapy but tends to recur with poor prognosis. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof K McCloskey, Prof T Curtis
 22 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Using stem cells to model the molecular mechanisms of exercise for dementia prevention

University of Birmingham
School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia, affecting millions worldwide and placing an increasing burden on patients, families and healthcare systems. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr RJ Elsworthy, Prof S Aldred
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