dopamine PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 7 dopamine PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Identifying cognitive and biochemical changes underlying lifestyle risk factors for dementia

University of Bradford Faculty of Life Sciences

Research Group: Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics

Dementia describes a group of age-associated conditions of which cognitive decline is a major feature. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia and is characterised by the onset of a gradual cognitive decline. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S McLean, Dr R Williamson

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

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MScR: Probing the projections of different types of dopamine neurons

University of Bristol School of Physiology, Pharmacology & Neuroscience

What makes one neuron different from another? How can we define different “types” of cells? Are cell types important?. In Parkinson’s disease some dopamine neurons seem to be more vulnerable to neurodegeneration. Read more

Supervisor: Prof Paul Dodson

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

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Biological rhythms and the dopamine system in cognitive dysfunction

University of Bradford Faculty of Life Sciences

Research Group: Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics

Psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia are associated with metabolic syndrome, obesity and diabetes. Schizophrenia affects 1.1% of the population and although not the most common psychiatric condition it is arguably the most severe and debilitating. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S McLean, Dr G Helfer

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

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MSc By Research: Development and validation of pre-clinical translational assessments for apathy-like behaviour

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: Dr G Riedel, Dr L Robinson

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

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A Patient-derived 3D humanized model of ADCY5-related disease to accelerate therapeutic approaches for patients

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust BRC Translational Research (Non-Clinical) PhD Studentships

ADCY5-related disease is a genetic disorder caused by mutations in the ADCY5 gene, which encodes for the isoform 5 of adenylyl cyclase (ADCY5)1. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Barral, Dr M Kurian, Dr HZ Zhou

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

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Exploring tyrosine metabolism as a source of oxidative stress

University of Liverpool Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences

We are seeking a motivated researcher to work on a pioneering project investigating the role of oxidative stress associated with tyrosine metabolism. Read more

Supervisors: Dr BN Norman, Dr JH Hughes, Prof L Ranganath

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

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Neurotransmitters, brain blood flow and functional brain imaging signals.r

University of Sheffield Department of Psychology

The function of modulatory neurotransmitter systems such as serotonin, dopamine or acetylcholine are implicated in a wide range of brain diseases and are targeted by a wide range of therapeutic drugs. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Martin

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

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We have 7 dopamine PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

dopamine PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 7 dopamine PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Identifying cognitive and biochemical changes underlying lifestyle risk factors for dementia

MScR: Probing the projections of different types of dopamine neurons

Biological rhythms and the dopamine system in cognitive dysfunction

MSc By Research: Development and validation of pre-clinical translational assessments for apathy-like behaviour

A Patient-derived 3D humanized model of ADCY5-related disease to accelerate therapeutic approaches for patients

Exploring tyrosine metabolism as a source of oxidative stress

Neurotransmitters, brain blood flow and functional brain imaging signals.r

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