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Neural Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 22 Neural Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Are you fascinated by the intersection of medicine and technology? If so, a PhD in Neural Engineering could be the perfect path for you. This cutting-edge field combines the principles of neuroscience, engineering, and medicine to develop innovative solutions for understanding and treating neurological disorders.

What's it like to study a PhD in Neural Engineering?

Studying a PhD in Neural Engineering is an exciting and challenging journey. You will have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking research projects that aim to improve our understanding of the brain and develop new technologies to diagnose and treat neurological conditions.

During your PhD, you will have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment, allowing you to conduct experiments and collect data. You will work closely with experienced researchers and faculty members who will guide and support you throughout your studies.

In addition to your research, you will also have the opportunity to attend conferences, present your work, and collaborate with experts in the field. This will help you expand your network and gain valuable insights into the latest advancements in neural engineering.

Entry requirements for a PhD in Neural Engineering

To pursue a PhD in Neural Engineering, you will typically need a strong background in engineering, neuroscience, or a related field. Most programs require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree, although some may prefer applicants with a Master's degree.

In addition to academic qualifications, research experience and a strong passion for the field are highly valued. Admissions committees often look for candidates who have demonstrated their ability to conduct independent research and have a clear research proposal in mind.

PhD in Neural Engineering funding options

Funding for PhDs in Neural Engineering may be available from various sources, including governments, universities and charities, business or industry. See our full guides to PhD funding for more information.

PhD in Neural Engineering careers

A PhD in Neural Engineering opens up a wide range of career opportunities. Graduates can pursue academic positions, working as professors or researchers at universities and research institutions. They can also find employment in the industry, working for medical device companies, pharmaceutical companies, or biotechnology firms.

With the rapid advancements in technology and the increasing demand for innovative healthcare solutions, the field of neural engineering is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. As a result, there will be ample opportunities for PhD graduates to contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies and make a real impact on patient care and quality of life.

If you are passionate about merging medicine and engineering to improve the lives of individuals with neurological disorders, a PhD in Neural Engineering is the perfect stepping stone towards a rewarding and impactful career.

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Medical Neuroscience: Fully Funded PhD Studentship identifying the histopathological hallmarks and biomarkers of multiple sclerosis progression

Funding provider: UK Multiple Sclerosis Society . Subject areas: Biomedical Science / Medical Neuroscience . Project start date: 1 July 2025 (Enrolment open from mid-June) . Read more
 Supervisor: Dr O Howell
 7 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Sheffield Hallam University - Psychology Demonstratorships: Neural Basis of Loneliness and Belonginess

Applications are invited for Psychology Demonstratorships in the Institute of Social Sciences, commencing October 2025. The demonstratorship scholarship scheme aims to develop highly skilled postgraduate researchers. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr AY Ypsilanti, Dr NT Taroyan, Assoc Prof RW White
 28 March 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Effects of estrogen on the activity of hypoxic neural networks

Project Overview. This project offers an exciting opportunity to understand how estrogen protects the brain from the effects of stroke. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Delivopoulos
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Neuronal network activity and plasticity in human cortical organoids

Details of the Project. The project focuses on understanding the cellular, synaptic and network properties and mechanisms of plasticity in human cortical organoids. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof D Saad, Dr R Parri
 1 June 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Funded PhD - FRESCO4NoPAIN - Identifying neuromodulator mechanisms for analgesic effects of transcutaneous spinal stimulation (DC17)

Frontier Research Competences for Neuro-modulation and Oscillations in Pain (FRESCO4NoPAIN). Apply for EU funded support to undertake cutting edge research within a high-level European Training Network consortium of seven research intensive institutions and universities. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof A E Pickering, Dr Robert Drake, Dr P Fischer
 7 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Funded PhD - FRESCO4NoPain - Changing the way we think about pain: Strategies for selective cortical engagement of noradrenergic descending pain control (DC16)

Frontier Research Competences for Neuro-modulation and Oscillations in Pain (FRESCO4NoPAIN). Apply for EU funded support to undertake cutting edge research within a high-level European Training Network consortium of seven research intensive institutions and universities. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof A E Pickering, Dr Robert Drake, Dr P Fischer
 7 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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PhD Scholarship in AI-Powered Quantitative Brain PET Imaging

This is an exciting 3-year PhD opportunity within the Centre for Bioengineering at LSBU. The successful candidate will receive tuition fees and an annual tax-free stipend set at the UKRI rate for the duration of the project. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr L Brusaferri
 13 May 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Unravelling Neurodevelopmental Disorders through Human Brain Organoids

Are you fascinated by how genetic factors influence disease by disrupting human brain development? Join our innovative research team as we tackle these critical questions using cutting-edge human brain organoid models. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y A Syed
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Causal Models for Brain Connectivity Analysis in fNIRS

Fully Funded PhD Opportunity for UK Students. Causal Models for Brain Connectivity Analysis in fNIRS. School of Computer Science, University of Birmingham. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr SMH Montero-Hernandez
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Developing “intelligent” information technologies using neural markers of multisensory decision-making and learning

The School of Biomedical Sciences invites applications from prospective postgraduate researchers who wish to commence study for a PhD in the academic year 2024/25. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr I Delis
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD Opportunity - Spinal cord neuronal pathways for pain and itch

'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Project outline: The dorsal horn of the spinal cord plays an important role in processing sensory information that is perceived as pain and itch, but despite its importance we know little about the organisation of neural circuits in this region. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A Todd
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD Opportunity - Investigating the effects of expectation on cortical feedback processing using fMRI

'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Project background. Contextual information and prior knowledge facilitate the brain’s processing of our visual world, aiding in the recognition of distorted or obstructed visual inputs. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof L Muckli, Dr LP Petro
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD Opportunity - Does thalamic control of entorhinal cortex contribute to circuit mechanisms of memory consolidation?

'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Project outline. Interactions between prefrontal cortex and brain regions such as hippocampus and entorhinal cortex are essential for processes such as working memory and decision-making. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr MC Craig, Prof KJ Jeffery
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD Opportunity - Building a sense of direction: how do thalamus and cortex interact?

'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Project background: The “sense of direction” is created by the brain in the form of head direction cells, which are neurons that become active when the had faces in a particular direction (a different direction for each cell). Read more
 Supervisors: Prof KJ Jeffery, Dr MC Craig
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD Opportunity - Investigating the prognostic value of spatial immunophenotypes in lung cancer

'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Project description. Tumour microenvironments (TMEs) profoundly influence cancer progression and shape the response to anti-cancer therapy. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr X Fu, Prof J LeQuesne
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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