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zoology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 58 zoology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Cutting the cost of war: the resolution of inter-group conflict in Kalahari meerkats (CRAM_UBIO25ARIES)
Background . Avoiding wars and minimizing the harm they do is a key goal for humanity in the coming century. In the wild, rival social groups of animals also engage in battles over territories, yet these rarely escalate to the levels of violence seen in humans. Read more
How did species originate, evolve and go extinct across the vertebrate tree of life?
Project Overview. The tree of life underpins our understanding of all aspects of biodiversity past, present and future. Not only does it describe how species are related to each other, but it also documents the evolutionary history of life on Earth. Read more
Trace evidence: Locard’s exchange principle using invertebrates
In most criminal or forensic investigations, much of the work focuses on the collection and assessment of biological traces of human origin. Read more
Understanding extinction risk in the Anthropocene
We live in a humanized world in which even the most remote areas have been affected by the actions of our species. Human impacts have caused a widespread loss of biodiversity, to the point that we have likely entered the sixth mass extinction event on Earth, the first primarily caused by humans. Read more
Predicting the Evolution of Influenza and SARS-CoV-2 Viruses
Our research focus is to design and develop analytical, computational, and mathematical methods to understand the fundamental processes that govern the evolution of influenza and SARS-CoV-2 viruses. Read more
understanding the response of freshwater microorganisms to environmental change through the lens of energy allocation
Description of project. The Division for Pollution and Policy at Brunel University London is offering a fully funded PhD studentship to investigate the effects of environmental change on the morphology, physiology, and behaviour of freshwater microorganisms (such as protozoa). Read more
Bioinformatics analyses of microbial communities and their genetic contents to understand the transmission dynamics and selection of antimicrobial resistance
Project Overview. Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is one of the topics that we cannot ignore. Bacterial infections unsuccessfully treated due to AMR claim at least 700 000 lives per year worldwide and are projected to be associated with the deaths of 10 million people per year by 2050. Read more
Behaviour and welfare of Hong Kong’s free-ranging feral bovids (cattle and water buffalo)
The vision of the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC; https://www.cityu.edu.hk/jcc/) is to become a centre of excellence in veterinary medicine and life sciences education and research. Read more
Investigating Neuropeptide Signalling From Synthesis to Survival
Project Overview. Neuropeptides, comprising of short amino acid chains, are potent bioactive molecules with extensive neuromodulatory functions and are predominantly expressed within the central nervous system. Read more
Molybdopterin cofactor synthesis and regulation in Campylobacter jejuni: understanding essential enzymes of a food-borne pathogen
Project Overview. Campylobacters are the leading cause of human bacterial gastroenteritis worldwide, representing an enormous health, social and economic burden. Read more
Generative AI in Energy Forecasting
Project Overview. Meeting Net Zero targets will require fully utilizing smart solutions at all levels of the electricity network. Read more
Staphylococcus aureus colonisation and pathogenicity
Project Overview. . Staphylococcus aureus is a versatile and adaptable pathogen of humans and animals. Of serious medical and economic importance, infections can range from mild skin issues like boils and impetigo to more serious conditions like pneumonia and bloodstream infections. Read more
Exploring the Ubiquitin-Proteasome system’s Impact on Ageing and Disease: The Interplay of Genetics, Lifestyle, and Environment
Project Overview. Unravelling the molecular and cellular mechanisms driving ageing to improve human health across the lifespan is a central aim of biomedical research. Read more
Microplastics and Nanoplastics as Emerging Risk Factors in Neurodevelopmental and Neurodegenerative Condition
Project Overview. Microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) are ubiquitous environmental pollutants raising concerns due to their potential adverse effects on human health. Read more
Exploring the interplay between ageing, gut microbiome, and neurodegenerative diseases
Project Overview. Neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease represent major health risks in ageing societies. Read more