Genetics (microbiology) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 22 Genetics (microbiology) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

PhD Position: Discovery and characterization of novel prophages within human gut microbiome

Monash University School of Biological Sciences

A PhD position is available to work with A/Prof. Jeremy J Barr at Monash University, School of Biological Sciences, in Melbourne, Australia. Read more

Supervisor: Prof J Barr

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

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The use of gaseous and aqueous ozone in the prevention and remediation of biofilms within food manufacturing environments

Cardiff Metropolitan University Cardiff School of Sport and Health Sciences

Biofilms can be classified as an assembly of surface associated microbial cells that are enclosed in an extracellular polymeric substance matrix. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Blaxland

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

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Investigating the mechanisms of antibacterial action of silver and copper ions and nanoparticles, and the emerging threat of metal-ion resistance

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

Project Overview. The emergence of bacterial strains with resistance to multiple classes of antibiotics has led to renewed interest in the antimicrobial properties of metals including silver. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Mulley

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

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Investigating bacteria-bacteriophage diversity to develop phage libraries for treatment of bacterial infections

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

Project Overview. The World Health Organisation (WHO) predicts antimicrobial resistant (AMR) infections will be the leading cause of death globally by 2050. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Mulley

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

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Dietary adaptation of Bifidobacterium in the weaning infant gut (WARRENF_Q24DTP)

Quadram Institute Bioscience Graduate Programme

The infant gut is a complex, constantly adapting ecosystem which shows distinct shifts as a consequence of introducing solid foods, which can have lifelong health impacts. Read more

Supervisor: Dr F Warren

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

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Analysis of pathogen determinants recognized by the hypervariable immune receptor Dscam

University of Birmingham School of Biosciences

Background. To mount an immune response, host organisms must first recognize the pathogen with which they are infected. The first line of defense against pathogen infection in animals is provided through the innate immune response. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Soller

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

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Intestinal Microbiome Modulation using Next Generation Probiotics

University of Birmingham College of Medical and Dental Sciences

We are seeking talented, motivated students with a passion for research in microbiology, gastrointestinal health and probiotic delivery led by Dr Richard Horniblow (Associate Professor in Gastrointestinal Biomedical Science) at the College of Medical and Dental Sciences and the University of Birmingham (https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/staff/profiles/clinical-sciences/horniblow-richard.aspx). Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Horniblow, Dr T Iqbal

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

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Competition and cooperation relationships within human microbial communities.

University of Nottingham School of Life Sciences

Typical studies of the human microbiome identify dysbiosis by sampling from healthy individuals, comparing them to individuals with a particular disease state, and reporting changes in the presence and/or abundance of bacterial species. Read more

Supervisors: Dr F Whelan, Dr K Hardie

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

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Genotypic and phenotypic markers of resistance in Aspergillus fumigatus and their impact on outcomes in chronic pulmonary aspergillosis

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA) is a progressive infection affecting patients with chronic lung disease. It significantly affects quality of life and mortality. Read more

Supervisors: Dr CK Kosmidis, Dr M Bromley, Dr R Richardson, Dr M Bottery, Prof T Hussell

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

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Identify novel approaches to combat multi drug resistant pathogens

University of Otago Microbiology & Immunology

Our research is focused on recalcitrant ESKAPE (Enterococcus faecium, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, andEnterobacter species) pathogens; especially hard-to-treat clinical isolates involved in multidrug resistance, biofilm infections and persistence. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Pletzer

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

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Understanding the mechanisms behind co-linkage of antimicrobial and heavy metal resistance genes in pathogenic bacteria from livestock in the UK.

University of Reading School of Biological Sciences

Project Overview. . Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a crisis of international concern, with approximately 44% of all prescribed antibiotics used in veterinary medicine within the UK. Read more

Supervisors: Dr G Mulley, Prof S C Andrews

24 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Understanding the soil microbiome under controlled light conditions

University of Greenwich Faculty of Engineering and Science

Our research group is working within a consortium that is testing semi-transparent solar installations on crop growth-houses, to enhance biological and financial resilience in protected farming. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C.V.S. Supamaniam, Dr E Thompson

24 June 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Fungal disease risks under landscape homogenisation: tracking fungal transmission across plant-pollinator networks using contemporary and historic museum specimens

Imperial College London Department of Life Sciences

Leverhulme funded PhD position on Plant-Pollinator Holobionts. Supervisor. Dr Richard Gill, Dept. of Life Sciences, Silwood Park, Imperial College London (ICL). Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Gill

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

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Genomic and Proteomics-Based Characterisation of Microalgal Cell Factories

University of Sheffield Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering

Microalgae have generated increasing interest as microbial cell factories to produce proteins, pigments, therapeutics, and nutraceuticals. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Pandhal, Prof MJ Dickman

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

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Glycosylation in Microalgal Host Cells

University of Sheffield Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering

Microalgae have generated increasing interest as microbial cell factories to produce therapeutics proteins. This is because they can grow on very cheap media and their GRAS (generally regarded as safe) status means they are a fantastic option for the production of therapeutics that can be administered orally. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Pandhal, Dr C Evans

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

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We have 22 Genetics (microbiology) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Genetics (microbiology) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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