Biochemistry (neurodegeneration) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Investigating lysosomal (dys)function in ageing and neurodegeneration

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

Project Overview. Ageing is associated with a decline in the functions of an organism (López-Otín, C. et al. Cell, 2023) and correlates with an increased risk of developing diseases in the later life (Niccoli, T. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Cogo, Dr E Kevei

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

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Exosome biogenesis and organelle trafficking in neurodegeneration.

University of Nottingham School of Life Sciences

Scientific summary. Intracellular transport pathways are fundamental for cell structure and function. Due to their longevity, complex morphology (long axonal and dendritic extensions) and requirement to maintain synaptic transmission, neurons are heavily dependent upon intracellular transport. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Hume, Dr DS Scott, Dr F Dajas-Bailador

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

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Molecular Glues as Novel Tools for Tackling Big Challenges in Human Health

University of Leicester Department of Chemistry

Background. The need for new medicines is greater than ever because of an ageing population and the complex clinical challenges brought about by drug resistance and/or side effects. Read more

Supervisors: Dr RD Doveston, Prof S Macip

23 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Exploring the roles of a novel prion-like protein in stress resistance and ageing (TAYLOR_U24DTP2)

University of East Anglia School of Biological Sciences

Primary Supervisor: Dr. Rebecca Taylor . Secondary Supervisor: Prof. Tom Wileman (QIB) . Ageing is associated with increased rates of disease, including neurodegenerative conditions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Taylor

9 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Investigating how mitochondrial dynamics control mtDNA homeostasis and engineering tools to visualise mtDNA molecules

Medical Research Council (Cambridge) Mitochondrial Biology Unit

Mitochondria are dynamic organelles forming a specific network by membrane remodeling events according to cellular needs1. Mitochondria contain multiple copies of their own genome, mtDNA, a circular molecule that encodes essential proteins involved in cellular energy production. Read more

Supervisors: Dr Julien Prudent, Prof M Minczuk

16 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Investigating how mitochondrial dynamics control mtDNA homeostasis and engineering tools to visualise mtDNA molecules

University of Cambridge MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit

Mitochondria are dynamic organelles forming a specific network by membrane remodeling events according to cellular needs1. Mitochondria contain multiple copies of their own genome, mtDNA, a circular molecule that encodes essential proteins involved in cellular energy production. Read more

Supervisors: Dr Julien Prudent, Prof M Minczuk

16 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Targeting protein acetylation to reduce microglia activation in neurodegenerative disorders

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

The School of Biomedical Sciences invites applications from prospective postgraduate researchers who wish to commence study for a PhD in the academic year 2024/25. Read more

Supervisor: Prof I Wood

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

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PhD studentship - Defining the mechanisms underpinning HIF-1 and HIF-2 dependent transcriptional specificity in hypoxia.

Newcastle University Biosciences Institute

Award summary. 100% of home tuition fees paid and annual living expenses of £18,622. Overview. The cellular response to low oxygen levels (hypoxia), is crucial for cell survival and identity. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Ortmann

14 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Self funded PhD in Biology: Structure and function of CIZ1

University of York Department of Biology

Lead supervisor: Prof Dawn Coverley. Co-supervisors: Prof Fred Antson. The student will be registered with the Department of Biology. Read more

Supervisors: Prof D Coverley, Prof F Antson

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

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MSc by Research: Targeted protein post-translational modification to rewire cell signalling

University of Dundee School of Life Sciences

Post-translational modifications (PTMs) of proteins, such as ubiquitylation and phosphorylation, are fundamental determinants of protein function and cellular signalling. Read more

Supervisors: Prof G Sapkota, Dr S Virdee

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

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MSc by Research: Unravelling the molecular mechanism underpinning Ubiquitin-like fusion protein proteolysis

University of Dundee School of Life Sciences

The biological complexity observed in living organisms greatly exceeds the number of different forms of proteins (the proteome) that the encoding genomes would predict. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Maniaci

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

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The role of MicroRNAs in neurodegenerative diseases

University of Birmingham Institute of Inflammation and Ageing

We are seeking talented, motivated students with a passion for research in Neuroscience and Neurotrauma to join the team led by Dr Valentina Di Pietro (Dr Valentina Di Pietro - Institute of Inflammation and Ageing - University of Birmingham). Read more

Supervisor: Dr V P Di Pietro

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

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School of Life Sciences Black Scholars Programme

University of Dundee

The School of Life Sciences and the University of Dundee are committed to addressing under-representation in postgraduate research and we are pleased to offer our first Masters by Research Scholarships for UK students from Black or Black-Mixed Backgrounds. Read more

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We have 13 Biochemistry (neurodegeneration) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Biochemistry (neurodegeneration) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 13 Biochemistry (neurodegeneration) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Investigating lysosomal (dys)function in ageing and neurodegeneration

Exosome biogenesis and organelle trafficking in neurodegeneration.

Molecular Glues as Novel Tools for Tackling Big Challenges in Human Health

Exploring the roles of a novel prion-like protein in stress resistance and ageing (TAYLOR_U24DTP2)

Investigating how mitochondrial dynamics control mtDNA homeostasis and engineering tools to visualise mtDNA molecules

Investigating how mitochondrial dynamics control mtDNA homeostasis and engineering tools to visualise mtDNA molecules

Targeting protein acetylation to reduce microglia activation in neurodegenerative disorders

PhD studentship - Defining the mechanisms underpinning HIF-1 and HIF-2 dependent transcriptional specificity in hypoxia.

Self funded PhD in Biology: Structure and function of CIZ1

MSc by Research: Targeted protein post-translational modification to rewire cell signalling

MSc by Research: Unravelling the molecular mechanism underpinning Ubiquitin-like fusion protein proteolysis

The role of MicroRNAs in neurodegenerative diseases

School of Life Sciences Black Scholars Programme

We have 13 Biochemistry (neurodegeneration) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Biochemistry (neurodegeneration) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 13 Biochemistry (neurodegeneration) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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