Immunology (flow cytometry) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Mapping CD4+ T cell fate decisions and functional coordination within tissues during infection

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

CD4+ T cells are essential components of the immune system, orchestrating protection against infection. Read more

Supervisors: Dr K Couper, Prof DD Dyer

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

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Understanding the interplay of biofilm growth and AMR plasmid conjugation

University of Birmingham Institute of Microbiology and Infection

Research interests/description of main research theme. Background. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major crisis for human medicine. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Buckner, Prof W Van Schaik

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

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Understanding how to target the T cell compartment within related brain tumours

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

T cell-based immunotherapy has revolutionised the treatment of many different types of cancer. However, to date, these treatments have not been successful or widely used for the treatment of brain tumours. Read more

Supervisors: Dr K Couper, Prof D Brough, Dr OP Pathmanaban

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

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Immune function and exercise in patients undergoing neoadjuvant chemotherapy for breast cancer.

Edinburgh Napier University School of Applied Sciences

Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosis in women worldwide. There are on average 55,920 new cases of breast cancer each year in the UK. Read more

Supervisors: Dr F Brown, Dr I Gallagher, Dr J Turner

10 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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(MRC DTP CASE) Understanding how tumour associated macrophages control the tumour immune landscape in NF2-Schwannomatosis

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Type 2 Neurofibromatosis (NF2), now referred to as NF2-Schwannomatosis (or NF2-SWN), is a rare autosomal dominant tumour pre-disposition syndrome characterised by growth of typically benign tumours throughout the nervous system. Read more

Supervisors: Prof D Brough, Dr K Couper

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

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Studying protein homeostasis in healthy and malignant stem cells

University of York York Biomedical Research Institute

This PhD will focus on studying the protein biology of healthy and malignant stem cells of the blood system. Read more

Supervisors: Dr W Grey, Prof D G Kent

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD 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) Investigating the mechanisms contributing to impaired regulatory function of B cells in autoimmunity

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

The implementation of biological therapies has significantly advanced the management of autoimmune diseases (AIDs). However, the failure to achieve clinical remission in ‘non-responders’ remains a significant and unmet challenge. Read more

Supervisors: Dr MM Mennon, Prof MH Buch

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

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Investigation of host-virus interactions

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

The School of Molecular and Cellular Biology invites applications from prospective postgraduate researchers who wish to commence study for a PhD in the academic year 2024/25 in the area of molecular virology. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Stacey, Dr J N Barr

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

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Self-funded PhD– Role of T and NK-cell immunity during dengue virus infection and impact of immune modulation during therapy

University of Bristol School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine

A PhD position is available to study the role of human T and NK-cell immunity during infection with dengue virus (DENV), a flavivirus that is transmitted by infected Aedes mosquitoes. Read more

Supervisor: Dr L Rivino

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

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Immune regulation of lung repair, and long-term consequences of infection

University of Edinburgh School of Biological Sciences

This project is one of 14 four year PhD Studentships funded by Medical Research Scotland (MRS) (https://www.medicalresearchscotland.org.uk) to be delivered jointly by the named University and External Partner Organisation (EPO). Read more

Supervisors: Prof G Perona-Wright, Dr S Jenkins

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

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Discovery of cancer antigens that are epigenetically-regulated as biomarkers and vaccine candidates

Queen Mary University of London Blizard Institute

We are seeking a graduate who is passionate about contributing to cancer research and who has a background in immunology or epigenetics and a degree at least at the upper second-class honours level. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H.R Rowe, Prof G.K Kassiotis

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

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Relationship between IFNγ-dependent tumour escape and immunotherapy

University of Oxford Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology

Tumours actively escape the immune system by inducing an immunosuppressive state whereby intra-tumoural CD8 T-cells are “exhausted”, lacking effector functions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Gérard, Dr C Leung

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

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NIHR Leeds BRC: Unravelling the pre-clinical immunology of the IL-23/1L-17 axis in axial inflammation in psoriatic arthritis towards optimal disease prevention

University of Leeds Faculty of Medicine and Health

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and ankylosing spondylitis (AS) are key disorders within the seronegative spondylarthropathy (SpA) that was first described in… Read more

Supervisors: Prof D McGonagle, Dr H Marzo-Ortego, Dr T Macleod

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

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SLS 3: Investigating the anti-inflammatory effects of artemisinin compounds on macrophages under systemic inflammatory conditions

University of Westminster School of Life Sciences

Artemisinin compounds are safe and effective antimalarials. Recent evidence in our lab has shown these compounds also exert a potent anti-inflammatory effect by inhibiting neutrophil migration and the release of cytokines, chemokines and neutrophil extracellular traps. Read more

Supervisors: Dr HM Morad, Dr CM Moore, Dr IL Locke

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

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MSc by Research: Using genome editing to study the mechanisms of immune cell proliferation and differentiation

University of Dundee School of Life Sciences

T lymphocytes mediate long-term adaptive immunity to viruses and tumour cells. T lymphocytes recognize foreign antigens via specific interactions with the T cell receptor (TCR) that is expressed on the cell surface. Read more

Supervisor: Dr T Ly

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

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MSc By Research: Research project Exploiting fungal cell wall remodelling mechanisms to combat antifungal drug tolerance

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 C Munro, Dr D Childers, Dr H Cao, Dr L Walker

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

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PhD studentship studying the Cancer Microenvironment and Immunotherapy

King’s College London Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine

We wish to recruit motivated PhD research students to join the translational cancer / lymphoma immunology group led by Dr Alan G. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A G Ramsay

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Functional Mechanisms of Genetic Risk Factors for Immune-Related Disease

King’s College London School of Medicine

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Supervisor: Prof T Vyse

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

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PhD student position in the “Gut-Brain Axis” research field (m/f/d)

University Hospital of Munich Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research

The Hospital of the University of Munich, Germany, is one of the largest and most competitive university hospitals in Germany and Europe. Read more

Supervisor: Dr CB Benakis

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

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Host Pathogen Interaction: Investigating the function of Natural Killer Cells in Bacterial Infection

Cardiff Metropolitan University Cardiff School of Sport and Health Sciences

Natural Killer (NK) cells are immune cells that are critical for controlling intracellular pathogens, including viruses and intracellular bacteria (e.g. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Aicheler, Dr M Beeton, Dr J Blaxland, Dr S Maddocks

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

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Advancing our understanding of mycoplasma and ureaplasma infections among humans and animals

Cardiff Metropolitan University Cardiff School of Sport and Health Sciences

The Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma Group based at Cardiff Metropolitan University is seeking motivated and enthusiastic students to undertake research projects on various aspects of Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma spp infection. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Beeton, Dr R Aicheler, Dr J Blaxland, Dr S Maddocks

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

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Cancer: Understanding the immunosuppressive role of fibroblast and macrophages in Breast cancer

University of Leeds Faculty of Medicine and Health

Oncolytic viruses (OVs) preferentially infect and kill cancer cells, and their clinical efficacy has been demonstrated against a number of different cancers. The most clinically advanced OV is a genetically engineered herpes simplex virus (T-VEC) which expresses GMCSF to aid the development of anti-tumour immune responses; T-VEC is approved for the treatment of metastatic melanoma. Read more

Supervisors: Dr F Errington-Mais, Dr V Jennings

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

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Cancer: Complex 3D modelling of the tumour microenvironment for immunotherapy combination screening

University of Leeds Faculty of Medicine and Health

Cancer immunotherapy holds significant promise for the treatment of a range of cancers. Read more

Supervisors: Dr MA Volpato, Dr F Errington-Mais

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

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Immunotherapy: Killing Cancer using Dead Virus

University of Leeds Faculty of Medicine and Health

It is now accepted that our immune systems can hold the key to treating otherwise incurable cancers. So-called “immunotherapy” is an increasingly common method of treating tumours, leading to impressive increases in patient responses. . Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Griffin, Dr A Samson

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

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Tissue Regeneration and Cancer MSc Research Programme

University of Glasgow

The Tissue Regeneration and Cancer MSc Research Programme at the University of Glasgow, will deliver high quality research, training and mentorship to excellent and ambitious students interested in cancer research, including- but not limited to- its intersection with stem cell biology, immunity, metabolism, development, regenerative biology, and behavioural science. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) Masters by Research

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Investigating how tumour associated macrophages affect cancer metastasis and response to therapies

University of Liverpool Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology

Solid tumours are generally highly infiltrated by macrophages. Macrophages are heterogeneous and different populations with different and sometimes even opposite functions co-exist in tumours affecting cancer progression. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Mieglo, Prof M Schmid

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

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Dysfunctional antifungal potency of the respiratory mucosa in COPD

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Inhalation of Aspergillus fumigatus spores cause >3,000,000 chronic and >200,000 invasive diseases annually worldwide. Invasive aspergillosis carries a 50% mortality rate overall, but mortality rate approaches 100% if diagnosis is delayed or missed and it is >75% in certain cohorts of patients, such as COPD sufferers. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Bertuzzi, Dr J.H Herbert, Dr S Gago

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

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We have 29 Immunology (flow cytometry) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Immunology (flow cytometry) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 29 Immunology (flow cytometry) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Mapping CD4+ T cell fate decisions and functional coordination within tissues during infection

Understanding the interplay of biofilm growth and AMR plasmid conjugation

Understanding how to target the T cell compartment within related brain tumours

Immune function and exercise in patients undergoing neoadjuvant chemotherapy for breast cancer.

(MRC DTP CASE) Understanding how tumour associated macrophages control the tumour immune landscape in NF2-Schwannomatosis

Studying protein homeostasis in healthy and malignant stem cells

Immune-dysregulation in chronic inflammatory muco-cutaneous disorders

(MRC DTP CASE) Investigating the mechanisms contributing to impaired regulatory function of B cells in autoimmunity

Investigation of host-virus interactions

Self-funded PhD– Role of T and NK-cell immunity during dengue virus infection and impact of immune modulation during therapy

Immune regulation of lung repair, and long-term consequences of infection

Discovery of cancer antigens that are epigenetically-regulated as biomarkers and vaccine candidates

Relationship between IFNγ-dependent tumour escape and immunotherapy

NIHR Leeds BRC: Unravelling the pre-clinical immunology of the IL-23/1L-17 axis in axial inflammation in psoriatic arthritis towards optimal disease prevention

SLS 3: Investigating the anti-inflammatory effects of artemisinin compounds on macrophages under systemic inflammatory conditions

MSc by Research: Using genome editing to study the mechanisms of immune cell proliferation and differentiation

MSc By Research: Research project Exploiting fungal cell wall remodelling mechanisms to combat antifungal drug tolerance

PhD studentship studying the Cancer Microenvironment and Immunotherapy

Functional Mechanisms of Genetic Risk Factors for Immune-Related Disease

PhD student position in the “Gut-Brain Axis” research field (m/f/d)

Host Pathogen Interaction: Investigating the function of Natural Killer Cells in Bacterial Infection

Advancing our understanding of mycoplasma and ureaplasma infections among humans and animals

Cancer: Understanding the immunosuppressive role of fibroblast and macrophages in Breast cancer

Cancer: Complex 3D modelling of the tumour microenvironment for immunotherapy combination screening

Immunotherapy: Killing Cancer using Dead Virus

Tissue Regeneration and Cancer MSc Research Programme

Investigating how tumour associated macrophages affect cancer metastasis and response to therapies

Dysfunctional antifungal potency of the respiratory mucosa in COPD

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

We have 29 Immunology (flow cytometry) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Immunology (flow cytometry) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 29 Immunology (flow cytometry) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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