Cell Biology (women) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 18 Cell Biology (women) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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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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Funding for the Executive Dean’s PhD Studentship: Lineage tracing of blood stem cell development in embryo-like gastruloids

Brunel University London Life Sciences

The team of Cristina Pina (https://www.brunel.ac.uk/people/cristina-pina), Alessandro Esposito (https://www.brunel.ac.uk/people/alessandro-esposito) and… Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Pina

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

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Immune-dysregulation in chronic inflammatory muco-cutaneous disorders

Aberdeen University School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition

This exciting PhD project provides a rare opportunity to discover novel mechanisms of immune-dysregulation in under-researched but clinically important… Read more

Supervisors: Prof K Hijazi, Dr R Abu Eid, Prof D J Blackbourn

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

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(MRC DTP CASE) Multiomic evaluation of differential drug response in metastatic breast cancers

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Breast cancers are the most common cancers in women. Estrogen Receptor (ER) plays a major role in breast cancer growth. To stop the cancer from growing further, clinically successful ER-targeting therapies like Fulvestrant, etc were developed. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Nagarajan, Dr HH Harrison, Prof R Clarke, Dr I Iqbal

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

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Leveraging Functional Genomics to Understand Mitonuclear Combinations in Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (Ref: FFS24/HLS/APP/WINTER)

Northumbria University Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

Mitochondria are small structures present in every cell of our body, which convert the food we eat into an energy source that cells can use. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Winter, Prof M Lako, Dr G Hilgen

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

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Characterisation of novel therapeutic approaches against invasive breast cancer

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Breast cancer is the most common cancer and the leading cause of death from cancer in women worldwide. Read more

Supervisor: Dr L de la Vega

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

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In vitro modelling and investigation of skin ageing and the impact of negative stimuli

Durham University Department of Biosciences

With an ageing population and the number of over 65s predicted to be 1 in 6 by 2050 there is a real need for targeted research to enhance the quality of life of this demographic. Read more

Supervisor: Prof S Przyborski

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

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Microbial Community Dynamics and Biocide Susceptibility Profiles in Chronic Wound Biofilms

Sheffield Hallam University Biomolecular Sciences Research Centre

The Industry and Innovation Research Institute (I2Ri) draws on talents, expertise and facilities across Sheffield Hallam University. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Forbes, Dr KM Miller, Dr N Aberdein, Dr F Clegg

10 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Diabetes and Breast Cancer from the perspective of oestrogen receptor expression

Sheffield Hallam University Biomolecular Sciences Research Centre

The Industry and Innovation Research Institute (I2Ri) draws on talents, expertise and facilities across Sheffield Hallam University. Read more

Supervisors: Dr SA Ahmed, Dr NP Peake, Dr DK Kelly

10 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Pharmacological effects of cannabidiol (CBD) on mesenchymal stem cells in endometriosis

University of Reading School of Pharmacy

Endometriosis is a common long-term health condition that affects around 190 million women of reproductive age worldwide. It causes severe pain during periods, sex, going to the toilet, and sometimes just general pelvic discomfort, bloating, and tiredness. Read more

Supervisors: Prof D Widera, Dr G Cottrell

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

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Investigating the role of neutrophil-mediated tissue damage in a model of lupus nephritis

University of Liverpool Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a rare autoimmune disease that affects around 5 million people worldwide. It disproportionately affects women and is incurable. Read more

Supervisors: Dr HL Wright, Dr D Wilkinson, Dr D Turner

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

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PhD position in cell biology and inflammation in plasma-treated diseased keratinocytes

Leibniz-Institute for Plasma Science and Technology (INP) ZIK plasmatis

Short overview of PlasmACT. The PlasmACT network brings together 5 beneficiaries and 10 associated partners, located in 5 different countries (Germany, France, Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg). Read more

Supervisor: Prof SB Bekeschus

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Effect of androgens on preantral follicle development

University of Sheffield School of Medicine and Population Health

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects >5% of women of reproductive age and is the most common cause of menstrual dysfunction and is associated with metabolic abnormalities and increased risk to long-term health. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Fenwick, Dr N Krone

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

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Understanding the link between fibrosis, inflammation, and breast cancer initiation

University of Leicester Molecular and Cell Biology

Understanding the fundamental molecular events that result in tumour initiation is critical to the prevention and treatment of human cancers. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Switzer

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

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Breastfeeding and big babies - lifecourse and genomics epidemiological approaches to disentangle cause and effect.

University of Bristol Bristol Medical School

Rationale. The World Health Organisation recommends exclusively breastfeeding for 6 months, but in the UK, only 1% of infants meet the guidelines (1). Read more

Supervisors: Dr L Zuccolo, Dr LJ Johnson, Dr L Howe, Dr C Borges

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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We have 18 Cell Biology (women) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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