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Machine learning in underwater acoustic communication modems

  Research Group: Communication Technologies
Machine learning is an approach that is useful when a practical optimisation problem is difficult to describe precisely. This approach has found multiple applications. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Zakharov
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Smart supramolecular assembly for pathology-responsive and long-acting drug delivery applications

This PhD will design and develop ionic liquid–enabled supramolecular formulations capable of in situ sol-to-gel transition triggered by pathological microenvironmental cues such as acidic pH, reactive oxygen species (ROS), and enzyme activity. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr LV Vora, Prof R Thakur
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Smart, responsive biomaterials for infection-resistant medical devices

A major problem associated with medical devices is infection. With infection rates of approaching 100% in some devices, ways to prevent formation of bacterial biofilm on medical device surfaces are urgently required. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof C McCoy, Dr M Wylie
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Structure-based design of allosteric modulators for G protein-coupled receptors using molecular modelling and pharmacology experiments

Almost all physiological processes are regulated through the activation of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). It has become widely accepted that most GPCRs possess binding sites spatially distinct from their natural ligand binding site (orthosteric site), termed as allosteric sites. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr I Tikhonova
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Sustained Release of Eutectic systems composed of Local Anaesthetics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents from biodegradable electrospun mats to Enhance Post-Surgical Recovery

Major abdominal surgery is a metabolically and psychologically significant event associated with prolonged recovery and convalescence. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D Jones
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Transforming Drug Delivery: AI and Machine Learning in Design, Optimization, and Personalization

This research explores the transformative role of digital technologies, particularly machine learning, microfluidics, and bioprinting, in advancing pharmaceutical design and therapeutic delivery. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D Lamprou
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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VAPShield: Development of next-generation endotracheal tube materials for the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia

Critically ill patients often depend on life-saving devices such as breathing tubes, called endotracheal. tubes (ETTs), to help them breathe when they cannot do so on their own. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Wylie, Prof C McCoy
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Next-Generation High-level Disinfectants: Targeting Bacterial Persistence on Medical Surfaces

This PhD project explores the development and mechanistic evaluation of advanced disinfection technologies targeting bacterial spores and biofilm-forming pathogens on hard surfaces and medical devices. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Wylie, Prof C McCoy
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Next-Gen Drug Delivery: Microfluidic Encapsulation of Biologics into Smart Nanocarriers

Provide a brief description of the project. Progress in drug design has led to the development of new peptides, proteins, and drug molecules. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D Lamprou
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Multipurpose gel formulations containing antiretroviral-loaded lactoferrin nanoparticles and antibiotics for combination HIV prevention and treatment of bacterial vaginosis

Summary descriptive text / Example of research project  . Lactoferrin . Lactoferrin is a multifunctional globular protein. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Carmali, Prof K Malcolm
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Microfluidic Encapsulation of biologics into Nanomedicines

Progress in drug design has led to the development of new peptides, proteins, and drug molecules. However, the limited ability to deliver selectively these molecules at well-defined dosing regimens and without invoking drug-resistance remains a significant challenge. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D Lamprou
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Medicines optimisation in palliative and end of life care

  Research Group: Healthcare delivery and medicines optimisation
Medicines optimisation at the end of life is essential in palliative and end of life care, where the priority shifts from disease treatment to enhancing quality of life and minimising harm. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Parsons
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Infection-responsive coatings for the prevention of catheter-associated urinary tract infections

Medical care has transformed over the last century with significant improvements in the variety and extent to which various diseases can be treated and/or prevented. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Wylie
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Formulation of hybrid peptide-lipid nanoparticle formulations for targeted nucleic acid delivery

The project aims to develop next-generation delivery systems that combine the structural advantages of lipid nanoparticles with the targeting and membrane-translocating properties of peptides. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr E McErlean, Dr V Kett
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Development of silicone-based personal lubricant products containing antiretroviral drugs for prevention of sexual acquisition of HIV infection

​​Three drug products are now available to prevent HIV prevention: . ​Truvada®/ Descovy®—daily oral pills containing the antiretroviral drugs emtricitabine and tenofovir  . Read more
 Supervisor: Prof K Malcolm
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only