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Human Genetics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 16 Human Genetics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
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Defining the biological mechanisms responsible for the common inherited bleeding disorder von Willebrand disease
This 4 year PhD project is part of a prestigious Science Foundation Ireland FFP program award that will seek to identify the biological mechanisms underlying Von Willebrand disease (VWD). Read more
Understanding the mechanisms and functions of class I histone deacetylase complexes in gene regulation and other cellular processes
Aim. Histone deacetylase complexes play an essential role in gene regulation and are important in many cellular processes and diseases, including cancer, cell cycle progression and DNA repair. Read more
Identifying individuals at high risk of Alzheimer’s disease
BACKGROUND. Dementia affects an estimated 353,800 Australians, with up to 80% being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Despite a major research effort, an effective treatment is not available. Read more
Genetics of skin cancer
Research Group:
Statistical Genetics
BACKGROUND. Genetics, together with sun exposure, play an important role in the development of skin cancers. Our lab studies both melanoma and the keratinocyte cancers basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Read more
PhD Student Position – Gene Regulation in Stem Cell Biology and Brain Development
The project will involve utilizing mouse models to dissect gene regulatory mechanisms that control neural stem cell development. Read more
PhD Student (m/f/d) in Genomics of Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease
The Hospital of the University of Munich, Germany, is one of the largest and most competitive university hospitals in Germany and Europe. Read more
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PhD Studentship in Cancer and Genetics - Utilising data linkage to investigate the health impact of carrier status for common genetic disorders
Many genetic conditions are inherited in an ‘autosomal recessive’ (AR) manner. A person is affected by an AR condition when they inherit two changed copies of a gene. Read more
Understanding potential reasons for delayed ADHD diagnosis in females
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common and highly impairing neurodevelopmental disorder that is associated with life-long adverse social, educational, and health outcomes. Read more
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Which synonymous mutations cause disease?
The University of Bath is inviting applications for this fully-funded PhD opportunity offered by the. Milner Centre for Evolution. Read more
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Identifying tau protein regions involved in mediating neuronal vulnerability in Alzheimer’s Disease
Identifying tau protein regions involved in mediating neuronal vulnerability in Alzheimer’s Disease. Supervisor Dr Lovesha Sivanantharajah (l.sivanantharajah@bangor.ac.uk). Read more
Portability of Genetic Risk Scores to Underrepresented Populations (SLS2)
Background and aims of project. Throughout modern history, genetic study designs have been heavily influenced and shaped by individuals of European ancestry. Read more
Cellular genomics of Parkinson’s disease
Type of project. PhD Research Project. Funded PhD project (students worldwide). Applications accepted all year round. Supervisor. Read more
Genetic determinants of pituitary adenomas
UK home tuition fees will be paid by the funding body, however non-UK students with the appropriate funding for additional PhD fees are also eligible to apply. Read more
Interdisciplinary PhD in the field of Medical Science
Doctoral Programme Interdisciplinary PhD Programme in Medical and Health Sciences is offered in disciplines in which the Jagiellonian University has the authority to award a doctor’s degree. Read more
Mechanisms of resistance to anticancer drugs that define heterogeneity of cancer cell populations
Fully funded PhD study. Development of resistance to chemotherapy is a leading cause of treatment failure. Drug-resistance mechanisms typically involve mutations in specific proteins or changes in their levels of expression. Read more
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