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zebrafish PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 15 zebrafish PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Role of the centrosome and cilium in (neural) development using zebrafish as a model organism

Royal Holloway, University of London
Department of Biological Sciences
My research interest lies in the roles of centrioles and associated proteins, as parts of the centrosome and cilium, in cell biology and early vertebrate development, using zebrafish as a model system. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Wilkinson
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Disrupted brain development and stress responses in a zebrafish model of psychiatric disease

Aston University
College of Health and Life Sciences
Details of the Project. Psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia affect over one in five people worldwide and are a leading cause of disability and early mortality. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Eachus
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Understanding developmental trajectories underlying the effects of early life stress on neurodevelopment and function

Aston University
College of Health and Life Sciences
Details of the Project. Psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia affect over one in five people worldwide and are a leading cause of disability and early mortality. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Eachus
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Investigating neurodevelopmental disorders caused by defects in the protein synthesis machinery

The University of Manchester
Division of Neuroscience
Background. Translation of mRNA into proteins is a critical cellular process for normal development and function. An increasing number of genetic disorders caused by variants in genes encoding translation factors are now known. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr P Kasher, Prof S Banka, Prof G D Pavitt
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Elucidating the Immunomodulatory Role of NME4 in Macrophage and Neutrophil Responses using Zebrafish (Danio rerio)

University of Sheffield
School of Medicine and Population Health
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 metabolic reprogramming. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof S Renshaw, Dr R Muimo
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Studying microRNA landscape during spinal cord regeneration

The University of Manchester
Division of Molecular and Cellular Function
  Research Group: Division of Molecular and Cellular Function
The human spinal cord (SC) has limited regenerative capacity, and no effective therapies exist to restore function after spinal cord injury (SCI), resulting in severe disability and low quality of life and life-expectancy. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr X Soto Rodriguez, Dr P.S. Slater, Dr K Dorey, Dr A.M. Martín
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Elucidating the mechanisms of pathology in neurodevelopmental white matter diseases

University of York
York Biomedical Research Institute
Lead supervisor. Dr Noemie Hamilton. The student will be registered with the Department of Biology. Our research interests are to dissect the mechanism of auto-inflammatory neurological disorders using zebrafish as an animal model. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr N Hamilton
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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NERC RED-ALERT CDT: Heavy-Metal Sensing and Corresponding Biomarker Monitoring in Freshwater Systems: Direct and Indirect Detection with Modular Fluorescent and Peptide Nucleic Acid Biosensors.

University of Bath
NERC Red-ALERT Centre for Doctoral Training
This project is one of a number that are in competition for funding from the Red-ALERT CDT, hosted by the University of Bath for entry in September 2026. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof T James, Prof S Pascu, Dr D B Gurevich, Prof P Estrela, Dr N Buurma, Prof S Pope
 9 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Morphology, motion, and mechanics of vertebral joints in fish

University of Liverpool
Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences
This project uses fish as a fascinating model system to explore how our spines work so we can keep them healthier for longer. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A Camp, Dr A Sharp
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Cardiovascular development: Understanding how biomechanical forces regulate heart valve morphogenesis in the embryo

Monash University
Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
  Research Group: Chow Group
The Project. In the developing embryo, the heart begins as a simple, straight tube that pumps blood inefficiently. As the embryo grows, the heart twists and grows and morphs into a four-chambered organ with intricate cardiac structures. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Chow
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The roles of obesity, metabolic syndrome and diabetes in cardiovascular and thrombotic disease: why is the risk so high?

University of Reading
Department of Biomedical Sciences
Project Overview: . The risk of heart attack or stroke (thrombosis) is elevated in obesity and in people with metabolic syndrome or type 2 diabetes. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr C.E. Hughes, Prof J M Gibbins
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Identification of the molecular pathways that guide tissue regeneration.

University of Sheffield
School of Biosciences
  Research Group: Development, Regeneration and Neurophysiology
The study of regenerative biology aims to elucidate the innate ability of organisms to replace tissues or organs after they have been removed or damaged. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Roehl
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Ph.D. Position in RNA/Protein Biochemistry and Molecular Biology to study Genetic Compensation

Max Planck Institute for Heart and Lung Research
Department of Developmental Genetics
  Research Group: Stainier lab
A highly motivated candidate is invited to join new projects to address fundamental questions in Genetic Compensation and Transcriptional Adaptation at the Max Planck Institute for Heart and Lung Research in Bad Nauheim (near Frankfurt, Germany), Department of Developmental Genetics (Stainier lab). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Stainier
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Biology of ageing: investigating the effect of novel compounds on longevity and functionality

Royal Holloway, University of London
Department of Biological Sciences
One of the primary goals of ageing research is to identify compounds that can extend lifespan and/or improve physical and cognitive performance in old age. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Augustin
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Impact of micro and nanoplastics on the toxicological and bioaccumulation effects on animals and its implication for human health

Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
School of Science
Microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) have emerged as harmful pollutants in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, posing significant threats to environmental and human health. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Raju
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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