external PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Circadian mechanisms in psoriasis: therapeutic opportunities

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Hallmark features of psoriasis symptoms vary through time, suggesting an important role for circadian circuits in driving disease expression, and offering the potential of chronotherapy. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Young, Dr I Iqbal, Prof D Ray

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What is the relevance of hormones made in the brain?

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

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Supervisors: Dr N Vasudevan, Prof P G Knight

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

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Hybrid Technologies for Battery Thermal Management Using Smart Materials

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Electric vehicles (EVs) are powered by lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) with many advantages such as high specific energy, long cycle life, wide range of operating temperature, and low self-discharge rates. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Nasr Esfahani

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

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Building Baymax - Flexible Robot Skin: Smart sensors and algorithms

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

In this project, we aim to develop the next generation of household robots (not vacuum cleaners but multi-task robotic manipulators) that are safe to interact with, even for children and the elderly. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Zhao, Dr J Zhu

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

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Generation of human cytomegalovirus-pseudotyped particles and development of systems for the study of viral cell entry mechanisms, neutralizing antibody responses to infection and vaccination, and testing of potential novel therapeutics

University of Greenwich School of Pharmacy (Medway Campus)

Overview. Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) establishes lifelong infections of the host with >60% infected across the globe. In healthy children and adults HCMV produces mild symptoms like influenza or mononucleosis. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Scott, Dr N Temperton, Dr M Reeves

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

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Generation of human cytomegalovirus-pseudotyped particles and development of systems for the study of viral cell entry mechanisms, neutralizing antibody responses to infection and vaccination, and testing of potential novel therapeutics

University of Kent Medway School of Pharmacy

Overview. Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) establishes lifelong infections of the host with >60% infected across the globe. In healthy children and adults HCMV produces mild symptoms like influenza or mononucleosis. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Scott, Dr N Temperton, Dr M Reeves

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

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Delegation in Complex Conflicts

University of Reading Department of Politics and International Relations

In the last decade, principal–agent theory has almost completely dominated theorizing on conflict delegation. Although not without criticism, it is fair to say that principal– agent theory has become the dominant framework through which we have come to study external support to non-state armed groups. Read more

Supervisor: Dr V Rauta

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

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Fully funded PhD positions in Astronomy, Biology, Computer Science, Chemistry & Materials, Data Science & Scientific Computing, Earth Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, and Physics

Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) Graduate School

Fully funded PhD positions in Astronomy, Biology, Computer Science, Chemistry & Materials, Data Science & Scientific Computing, Earth Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, and Physics. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) International PhD Programme

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Our Mission: to Educate, Nurture and Discover for the benefit of Human Health

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Founded in 1784 as the professional body for surgical training in Ireland, RCSI has evolved in the years since to become one of the world's leading health sciences universities. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) Ireland PhD Programme

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Oscillations in biological systems

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

Living systems are complex and are based on the basic building blocks of genes, proteins, chemical reactions, and physical forces. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Vasudevan, Dr Y Hayashi, Dr Z Wang

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Multilingualism, metacognition and cognitive control

Anglia Ruskin University ARU School of Psychology and Sport Science

Research Group: Centre for Mind and Behaviour

Research Group. Centre for Mind and Behaviour. Proposed supervisory team. Prof Peter Bright. Dr Flavia Cardini. Dr Roberto Filippi (External - UCL Institute of Education). Read more

Supervisors: Prof P Bright, Dr F Cardini, Dr R Filippi

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

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Impact of Ischaemic Pre-Conditioning on Oxygen Uptake Kinetics: Implications for training and recovery

Anglia Ruskin University ARU School of Psychology and Sport Science

Research Group: Cambridge Centre for Sport and Exercise Sciences

Research Group. Cambridge Centre for Sport and Exercise Sciences. Proposed supervisory team. Dr Dan Gordon. Dr Marie Gernigon (External - University of Paris-Saclay). Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Gordon

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

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Designing an Internet-based intervention for carers and adults with acquired visual loss

Anglia Ruskin University ARU School of Psychology and Sport Science

Research Group: Vision and Hearing Sciences Research Group

Research Group. Vision and Hearing Sciences Research Group. Proposed supervisory team. Prof Peter Allen. Dr Eldre Beukes. Prof Gerhard Andersson (External). Read more

Supervisor: Prof P Allen

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

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Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Loughborough University London

PhD. 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time. MPhil. 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time. Entry Requirements. An honours degree [2:1 or above] or equivalent overseas qualification. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) Business Research Programme

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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in the Mathematics for our Future Climate: Theory, Data and Simulation

Imperial College London

Imperial College London, the University of Reading and the University of Southampton are thrilled to invite passionate and dedicated individuals to apply for our exciting new EPSRC CDT in the Mathematics for our Future Climate starting in October 2024. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training

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UKRI CDT in AI for Biomedical Innovation

University of Edinburgh

We will train 60+ doctoral researchers over the next 8 years (2024-2032), who will design, develop, and implement AI approaches in partnership with our external stakeholders. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training

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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in the Mathematics for our Future Climate: Theory, Data and Simulation

University of Reading

Imperial College London, the University of Reading and the University of Southampton are thrilled to invite passionate and dedicated individuals to apply for our exciting new EPSRC CDT in the Mathematics for our Future Climate starting in October 2024. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training

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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in the Mathematics for our Future Climate: Theory, Data and Simulation

University of Southampton

Imperial College London, the University of Reading and the University of Southampton are thrilled to invite passionate and dedicated individuals to apply for our exciting new EPSRC CDT in the Mathematics for our Future Climate starting in October 2024. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training

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Designing Compliant Hybrid Actuators for Versatile Use in Mobile Robotics

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Engineering

Research Journey. Are you passionate about robotics and eager to make a real impact in the field? As a PhD candidate on our dynamic team, you will have the exciting opportunity to explore the development of new compliant actuators with variable impedance capabilities for robotic applications. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S A Tafrishi

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

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Investigating mechanisms of extra-cellular matrix remodelling and fibrosis in the gastrointestinal tract

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn's disease, are increasing in prevalence globally. These are caused by chronic inflammation in the gut, there is no cure and medications are not effective for all. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Mclean

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Regulation of protein palmitoylation in the heart by persulphidation

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Hydrogen sulphide (H2S) is known to have cardioprotective qualities. Persulphidation is a reversible post-translational modification (PTM) in which a persulphide group is formed by the reaction of H2S with the thiol groups of cysteine residues in proteins. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Fraser, Dr C Murdoch

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Addressing non-acceptance of colonoscopy within the Bowel Screening Programme

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Population-based screening programmes have reduced colorectal cancer (CRC)-specific mortality. However, non-completion of screening episodes is a global problem. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Mowat, Dr A Farre

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Exploring innovative clinical teaching strategies and their implementation through the use of technology enhanced leaning: A case study of two medical schools, in Dundee and Iraq

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Clinical teaching is one of the crucial components in the realm of medical education. It helps students to fill their knowledge gaps between theoretical foundation and practical training (Chapman & Clegg, 2007; Crane, 1991), linking theory to practice. Read more

Supervisors: Dr Q Abdullah, Dr R Alkhadragy, Dr D Karunaratne

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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The impact of social media networking on early career researchers’ wellbeing

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Early career researchers’ wellbeing has been addressed by several studies, in terms of what factors could impact their wellbeing, what favoured elements could be present in their work environment to promote their academic progress. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Alkhadragy, Dr C Kennedy

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Quantitative Research Methods in Medical Education

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Medical education, as a relatively new field of scientific study, has understandably been dominated by qualitative research efforts. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Kumwenda

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Exploring the influence of individual cultural background on seeking, interpreting, and utilizing feedback among medical undergraduate students.

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Feedback plays an important role in medical education, serving to promote self-reflection, identify areas for improvement, and motivate learning. Read more

Supervisors: Dr D Karunaratne, Dr RA Alkhadragy

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Investigating the influence of individual culture and cultural competence in developing and applying clinical reasoning skills among junior medical doctors

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Clinical reasoning skills are at the heart of the effective functioning of medical practitioners. They are not only essential for delivering high-quality patient care but also integral to all aspects of a doctor's daily work. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Karunaratne

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Biomechanical investigation of minimally assisted vs self and conventional extrication of people form vehicles following road traffic collisions

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Road traffic collisions are a leading cause of death worldwide; indeed, road traffic injuries are the number one cause of death for children and young adults aged 5-29 years, and, more than 90% of these deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Murphy

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Biomechanical investigation of activities of daily living pre- and post- varying surgical approaches to hip joint arthroplasty

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a commonly performed surgery, close to 100,000 procedures were performed in the UK alone in 2022. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Murphy

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Leveraging novel automated diagnostic pathways with augmented precision medicine approaches for the early detection and risk stratification of liver disease

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Liver disease represents one of the fastest-growing causes of morbidity and mortality in the world. The principle aetiological variants are contained within the new nomenclature of steatotic liver disease (SLD). Read more

Supervisors: Dr P Brennan, Prof J F Dillon, Dr M Al-Khairalla

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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We have 493 external PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

external PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 493 external PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Circadian mechanisms in psoriasis: therapeutic opportunities

What is the relevance of hormones made in the brain?

Hybrid Technologies for Battery Thermal Management Using Smart Materials

Building Baymax - Flexible Robot Skin: Smart sensors and algorithms

Generation of human cytomegalovirus-pseudotyped particles and development of systems for the study of viral cell entry mechanisms, neutralizing antibody responses to infection and vaccination, and testing of potential novel therapeutics

Generation of human cytomegalovirus-pseudotyped particles and development of systems for the study of viral cell entry mechanisms, neutralizing antibody responses to infection and vaccination, and testing of potential novel therapeutics

Delegation in Complex Conflicts

Fully funded PhD positions in Astronomy, Biology, Computer Science, Chemistry & Materials, Data Science & Scientific Computing, Earth Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, and Physics

Our Mission: to Educate, Nurture and Discover for the benefit of Human Health

Oscillations in biological systems

Multilingualism, metacognition and cognitive control

Impact of Ischaemic Pre-Conditioning on Oxygen Uptake Kinetics: Implications for training and recovery

Designing an Internet-based intervention for carers and adults with acquired visual loss

Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in the Mathematics for our Future Climate: Theory, Data and Simulation

UKRI CDT in AI for Biomedical Innovation

EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in the Mathematics for our Future Climate: Theory, Data and Simulation

EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in the Mathematics for our Future Climate: Theory, Data and Simulation

Designing Compliant Hybrid Actuators for Versatile Use in Mobile Robotics

Investigating mechanisms of extra-cellular matrix remodelling and fibrosis in the gastrointestinal tract

Regulation of protein palmitoylation in the heart by persulphidation

Addressing non-acceptance of colonoscopy within the Bowel Screening Programme

Exploring innovative clinical teaching strategies and their implementation through the use of technology enhanced leaning: A case study of two medical schools, in Dundee and Iraq

The impact of social media networking on early career researchers’ wellbeing

Quantitative Research Methods in Medical Education

Exploring the influence of individual cultural background on seeking, interpreting, and utilizing feedback among medical undergraduate students.

Investigating the influence of individual culture and cultural competence in developing and applying clinical reasoning skills among junior medical doctors

Biomechanical investigation of minimally assisted vs self and conventional extrication of people form vehicles following road traffic collisions

Biomechanical investigation of activities of daily living pre- and post- varying surgical approaches to hip joint arthroplasty

Leveraging novel automated diagnostic pathways with augmented precision medicine approaches for the early detection and risk stratification of liver disease

We have 493 external PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

external PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 493 external PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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