Biochemistry (nutrition and health) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Platelets in health, ageing and disease: new diagnostics and treatments

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

Platelets are small blood cells that play a vital role in the chronic and acute progression of Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), and also have roles in immunity, inflammation, cancer metastasis, Alzheimer's disease and a range of infections, such as dengue, HIV-1, malaria, and COVID-19. Read more

Supervisor: Dr CI Jones

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

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Molecular mechanisms of the increase in maximal aerobic capacity (VO2max) with regular exercise

University of Stirling Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport

Research Group: PENRG - Physiology Exercise and Nutrition Research Group

Performing regular exercise is crucial for good health and wellbeing, whereas failing to perform sufficient exercise increases the risk of diseases such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, etc. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Vollaard, Dr ECR Hall

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

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Cardiovascular and Neuromuscular Functions around the Clock: Harnessing Protective Endogenous Mechanisms towards Smarter Design of Novel Therapies and Interventions

University of Liverpool Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences

Optimal tissue and organ is essential for long-term health and quality of life. One such important regulator within the body is related to circadian rhythms, which control ~24h cycles in many physiological processes such as sleep/wake cycles, physical activity/rest cycles, drug metabolism and hormones. Read more

Supervisor: Dr VPV Pekovic-Vaughan

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

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The Importance of Muscle Stem Cells: Implications for Muscle Repair in Inflammation and Trauma

University of Nottingham School of Medicine

Skeletal muscle possesses a remarkable capacity for adaptation and repair, processes essential in the maintenance of skeletal muscle health. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Joanisse, Prof P Greenhaff, Dr JM Mallinson, Dr C Deane

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Metabolic programming: Role of micronutrient (B12) deficiency and associated epigenetic marks

Nottingham Trent University School of Science & Technology

The global epidemic of childhood obesity is a major public health issue. Although current adverse lifestyle (nutrition and physical inactivity) contributes to obesity, a growing body of evidence links early life nutritional adversity to the development of obesity and metabolic disorders in children. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Antonysunil

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

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Novel glycoprotease discovery and characterisation for enhanced detergent performance

Newcastle University BiSCoP CTP

In this exciting joint academia-industry project the student will exploit metagenomes and the huge untapped capacity of the human gut microbiota to breakdown glycoconjugates to discover novel protease enzymes that can potentially increase the performance and environmental sustainability of leading P&G automatic dishwashing brands. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Lowe, Dr D Bolam, Dr AL Morales Garcia, Mrs K Bell-Rusiewicz

2 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Integrated PhD at the University of Glasgow – College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences

University of Glasgow

Introducing the IPhD, an innovative Integrated PhD programme designed to cultivate world-changing potential among students. This transformative training experience follows a unique 1 + 3 + 1 format, combining rigorous doctorate-level training with advanced learning methodologies. Read more

Self-Funded PhD Students Only Clinical PhD Programme

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MSc By Research: Unravelling the mechanisms controlling anterior eye development

Aberdeen University School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition

The MSc by Research programme at the University of Aberdeen is for students interested in a research-intensive master's degree. It is designed specifically to enhance your skills for a PhD or research career. Read more

Supervisors: Prof L Erskine, Prof N Vargesson

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

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MSc By Research: Understanding the mechanism of an essential nematode gene expression process

Aberdeen University School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition

The MSc by Research programme at the University of Aberdeen is for students interested in a research-intensive master's degree. It is designed specifically to enhance your skills for a PhD or research career. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Pettitt, Dr B Mueller

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

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We have 9 Biochemistry (nutrition and health) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Biochemistry (nutrition and health) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 9 Biochemistry (nutrition and health) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Platelets in health, ageing and disease: new diagnostics and treatments

Molecular mechanisms of the increase in maximal aerobic capacity (VO2max) with regular exercise

Cardiovascular and Neuromuscular Functions around the Clock: Harnessing Protective Endogenous Mechanisms towards Smarter Design of Novel Therapies and Interventions

The Importance of Muscle Stem Cells: Implications for Muscle Repair in Inflammation and Trauma

Metabolic programming: Role of micronutrient (B12) deficiency and associated epigenetic marks

Novel glycoprotease discovery and characterisation for enhanced detergent performance

Integrated PhD at the University of Glasgow – College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences

MSc By Research: Unravelling the mechanisms controlling anterior eye development

MSc By Research: Understanding the mechanism of an essential nematode gene expression process

We have 9 Biochemistry (nutrition and health) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Biochemistry (nutrition and health) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 9 Biochemistry (nutrition and health) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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