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Microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for European Students (exc UK)

We have 93 Microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for European Students (exc UK)

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GlycoCell: funded PhD studentships applying Engineering Biology to microbial production of vaccines, therapeutics and diagnostics

We are delighted to welcome applications for PhD students to join us at the Nottingham Engineering Biology Labs, as core members of the GlycoCell UKRI Engineering Biology Mission Hub!. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Heap, Dr A Faulds-Pain
 21 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Investigating the diversity of myxobacteria and their predation on cyanobacteria in Lake Taihu

Myxobacteria are known for their social behavior and cooperative predation on other microorganisms, with recognized potential as "living antibiotics" and biocontrol agents. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr L Zhang
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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ECOSOLUTIONS - Understanding and managing the impact of multiple pollutant sources on urban soil health and function

Are you passionate about solving complex environmental challenges? Interested in creating non-toxic urban spaces that benefit society and nature alike? This exciting PhD project, part of the NERC-funded ECOSOLUTIONS Doctoral Focal Award, offers the opportunity to help tackle the problem of chemical pollution in urban environments. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Edmondson, Prof K Field, Prof M Hodson
 4 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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The role of the cAMP receptor protein in antimicrobial resistance and virulence gene regulation in pathogenic Klebsiella pneumoniae (Aston University and Symbiosis International)

Shape the future of biosciences with a truly international PhD experience. A Cotutelle PhD with a prestigious partnership between Aston University (UK) and Symbiosis International (Deemed University), India. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr DB Browning
 1 June 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Plant secondary metabolites and the barley microbiome

Background. Recruitment of bacteria to plant organs, such as leaves, is important for plant development, health, and survival. Understanding these processes can help develop new tools for sustainable agriculture. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Agler, Dr J D'Auria
 22 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Metabolic exchanges, regulation and equilibrium of an ancient insect symbiosis

Background. The long-standing symbiosis between the grain beetle Oryzaephilus surinamensis and its bacterial endosymbiont, Shikimatogenerans silvanidophilus is a notable example of nutritional symbiosis, where the bacterium provides metabolites that are vital for the insect's fitness. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Ferrarini, Prof MK Kaltenpoth, Dr T Engl
 22 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Structural basis of two-component system signaling

Background. As bacteria explore new habitats, go to war with competitors or collaborate against common enemies, they rely heavily on intra- and interspecies communication and precise molecular scouting of their environment. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof UH Hellmich, Prof S.E.O. O'Connor
 22 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Phenotypic and Genotypic Responses of UTI Pathogens to Hypomagnetic Condition

Space missions expose microorganisms to unique environmental stresses, including low gravity, increased radiation, and hypomagnetic conditions (HMC). Read more
 Supervisors: Dr YX Xu, Dr NJ Jafari, Dr P Hayes
 16 May 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Strain-level dynamics of microbiome transplantation (QUINCE_E25MMB)

The human gut microbiome, the community of organisms living inside the gastrointestinal tract, plays a key role in health and disease. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Quince
 14 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Understanding the relationship between the maternal microbiome and fetal growth restriction (WEBBER_Q25MMB2)

The microbes which live as part of our microbiomes can play important roles in our health. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Webber
 14 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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How has Staphylococcus capitis NRCS-A become a globally successful pathogen? (WEBBER_Q25MMB1)

How does a Superbug evolve?. Bacteria are key parts of the human microbiome, and we carry as many bacterial cells as our own representing hundreds or thousands of species in any individual. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Webber
 14 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Bioinformatic & Experimental Discovery of Novel Bifidobacteria for Breast Cancer Therapy (ROBINSON_Q25MMB)

Breast cancer remains a critical health challenge worldwide, but beneficial gut microbes, especially certain Bifidobacterium strains, have shown promise in suppressing tumour growth by bolstering the immune response. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Robinson
 14 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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The Role of Bilophila wadsworthia in Microbiome-Driven Metabolic Dysfunction: Impact of Obesity-Associated Microbiomes (NARBAD_Q25MMB)

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to explore the role of Bilophila wadsworthia in microbiome-driven metabolic dysfunction. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A Narbad
 14 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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From ward to genomics: Investigating trends and biology of invasive Campylobacter infections (JANECKO_Q25MMB)

This studentship aims to 1) explore the genomic indicators for Campylobacter virulence (invasion into the bloodstream), compare antimicrobial resistance… Read more
 Supervisor: Dr NJ Janecko
 14 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Gut bacterial adaptation to disease and inflammation (HILDEBRAND_Q25MMB)

We are looking for a motivated and computationally interested student, to work on a bioinformatic project on cutting-edge metagenomics and clinical translation. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr F Hildebrand
 14 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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