Molecular Biology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Newcastle

Investigating the biology and utility of Giant Viruses (Jumbo-bacteriophages). (ref: SF22/HLS/APP/Smith-Nelson)

Northumbria University Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

The bacteriophage research group at Northumbria University are seeking a highly motivated and talented PhD candidates to join our team and investigate the biology and potential applications of jumbo bacteriophages. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Smith

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

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PhD studentship – Investigating the molecular mechanisms behind iron and siderophore uptake in pathogenic bacteria

Newcastle University Biosciences Institute

Award summary. 100% of home tuition fees paid and an annual stipend (living expenses) of £18,622. Overview. Read more

Supervisor: Dr KJ Josts

16 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Novel glycoprotease discovery and characterisation for enhanced detergent performance

Newcastle University BiSCoP CTP

In this exciting joint academia-industry project the student will exploit metagenomes and the huge untapped capacity of the human gut microbiota to breakdown glycoconjugates to discover novel protease enzymes that can potentially increase the performance and environmental sustainability of leading P&G automatic dishwashing brands. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Lowe, Dr D Bolam, Dr AL Morales Garcia, Mrs K Bell-Rusiewicz

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

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Understanding L1 ORF1p and Pin1 interaction to exploit it as a therapeutic strategy for liver cancer (ref: SF22/HLS/APP/SHUKLA)

Northumbria University Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

Primary liver cancer, predominantly hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is the 4th commonest cause of cancer death globally. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Shukla

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

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PhD Studentship: Enzymatic DNA synthesis for novel nanomaterials

Newcastle University School of Natural and Environmental Sciences

Award summary . 100% fees covered, and a minimum tax-free annual living allowance of £19,237 (2024/25 UKRI rate). . Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Pike

8 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Leveraging Functional Genomics to Understand Mitonuclear Combinations in Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (Ref: FFS24/HLS/APP/WINTER)

Northumbria University Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

Mitochondria are small structures present in every cell of our body, which convert the food we eat into an energy source that cells can use. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Winter, Prof M Lako, Dr G Hilgen

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

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PhD Studentship: Polyoxoniobates for Catalysis in Green Chemical Processes

Newcastle University School of Natural and Environmental Sciences

Award summary . 100% fees covered, and a minimum tax-free annual living allowance of £19,237 (2024/25 UKRI rate). The studentship includes attendance at international conferences and annual placements at Mitsubishi Chemical UK, Wilton. . Read more

Supervisor: Dr R.J. Errington

8 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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NUAcT PhD Studentship: Drug discovery in Motor Neuron Disease

Newcastle University Translational and Clinical Research Institute

Award summary. An annual stipend equivalent to UKRI doctoral stipend (23/24 rate at £18,622). Full fees at the UK home rate. International candidates will need to pay the difference between home and international fees. Read more

Supervisor: Dr HED Devine

26 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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PhD studentship - Defining the mechanisms underpinning HIF-1 and HIF-2 dependent transcriptional specificity in hypoxia.

Newcastle University Biosciences Institute

Award summary. 100% of home tuition fees paid and annual living expenses of £18,622. Overview. The cellular response to low oxygen levels (hypoxia), is crucial for cell survival and identity. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Ortmann

14 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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PhD studentship - Commercial Applications of Skin Bioenergy Research

Newcastle University Translational and Clinical Research Institute

Value of award . 100% of Home tuition fees paid and UKRI stipend for annual living expenses. A successful international candidate needs to fund the difference between the UK and international fees. . Read more

Supervisor: Prof M Birch-Machin

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Quantifying the risk of precipitating drug induced crystalluria (XTALURIA)

Newcastle University School of Pharmacy

The growth of crystals in the body often results in pain, damage, and gross harm. Read more

Supervisor: Dr O Kavanagh

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

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PhD studentship - Mitochondria and nuclear positioning in skeletal muscle

Newcastle University Translational and Clinical Research Institute

Award Summary. Tuition fees (paid at the home rate) and an annual stipend of £18,622 (2023/2024 rate), with support for research costs. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Vincent

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Skeletal Muscle Organoid Models for Genetic Mitochondrial Disease (ref: SF22/HLS/APP/Johnson)

Northumbria University Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

Genetic mitochondrial diseases are both clinically and genetically heterogeneous. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Johnson

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

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We have 13 Molecular Biology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Newcastle

Molecular Biology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Newcastle

We have 13 Molecular Biology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Newcastle

Northumbria University

Investigating the biology and utility of Giant Viruses (Jumbo-bacteriophages). (ref: SF22/HLS/APP/Smith-Nelson)

PhD studentship – Investigating the molecular mechanisms behind iron and siderophore uptake in pathogenic bacteria

Novel glycoprotease discovery and characterisation for enhanced detergent performance

Understanding L1 ORF1p and Pin1 interaction to exploit it as a therapeutic strategy for liver cancer (ref: SF22/HLS/APP/SHUKLA)

PhD Studentship: Enzymatic DNA synthesis for novel nanomaterials

Leveraging Functional Genomics to Understand Mitonuclear Combinations in Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (Ref: FFS24/HLS/APP/WINTER)

PhD Studentship: Polyoxoniobates for Catalysis in Green Chemical Processes

NUAcT PhD Studentship: Drug discovery in Motor Neuron Disease

PhD studentship - Defining the mechanisms underpinning HIF-1 and HIF-2 dependent transcriptional specificity in hypoxia.

PhD studentship - Commercial Applications of Skin Bioenergy Research

Quantifying the risk of precipitating drug induced crystalluria (XTALURIA)

PhD studentship - Mitochondria and nuclear positioning in skeletal muscle

Skeletal Muscle Organoid Models for Genetic Mitochondrial Disease (ref: SF22/HLS/APP/Johnson)

We have 13 Molecular Biology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Newcastle

Molecular Biology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Newcastle

We have 13 Molecular Biology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Newcastle

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