Medicine PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students in Australia

Development of new molecular therapies to treat motor neuron disease (MND)

Macquarie University Centre for MND Research

The battle against Motor Neuron Disease (MND) is entering an exciting phase with the development of gene therapies aimed at reducing pathogenic proteins. Read more

Supervisors: Assoc Prof AL Lee, Assoc Prof MM Morsch

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

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Applied optogenetics to study the influence of neuronal activity on neurodegeneration

Macquarie University Centre for MND Research

Neurodegenerative diseases represent a significant and growing challenge to global health, affecting millions worldwide. Despite extensive research efforts, the underlying mechanisms of neurodegeneration are not fully understood, and there is a critical lack of effective treatments. Read more

Supervisors: Assoc Prof MM Morsch, Prof RC Chung

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

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Development of an early clinical screening tool for oesophageal adenocarcinoma

Western Sydney University School of Medicine

About the Project. A PhD research scholarship is available at the Western Sydney University, School of Medicine, for a highly motivated candidate who is technically skilled with a strong background in biochemistry, human metabolomics, and clinical research. Read more

Supervisor: Dr JZ Zhou

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

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Examining neurocognitive interventions and mechanisms in the treatment of alcohol use disorders

Monash University Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

In recent years, there has been a growing appreciation of the role that subconscious “cognitive biases” play in addiction. Read more

Supervisor: Prof VM Manning

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

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Understanding sleep disturbance in clients seeking treatment for alcohol use disorder

Monash University Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a leading cause of injury and chronic disease and mortality in Australia, and the leading cause of disability or death for those aged 15-49, the most economically productive sector of society. Read more

Supervisors: Prof DL Lubman AM, Prof VM Manning, Assoc Prof SA Arunogiri, Dr RO Ogeil

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

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Trauma & Addiction

Monash University Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Trauma and addiction frequently co-occur. About 1 in 2 people in addiction treatment settings have symptoms of PTSD, yet integrated treatment is not routinely available. Read more

Supervisor: Assoc Prof SA Arunogiri

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

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The Health4Her Project

Monash University Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Alcohol is a major modifiable risk factor for female breast cancer; yet, awareness of this risk remains surprisingly low, and is not systematically addressed in healthcare settings. Read more

Supervisor: Dr JG Grigg

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

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Developing a national alcohol risk index: preventing future alcohol-related harms

Monash University Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Alcohol consumption is the fifth highest contributor to burden of disease in Australia and a major avoidable risk factor for disease and injury. Read more

Supervisors: Dr RO Ogeil, Dr BR Rowland

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

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PhD in stem cell modelling for neuropsychiatric disorders

University of Melbourne Anatomy and Physiology

This project provides a unique opportunity to explore the developmental origins of schizophrenia—a severe mental health disorder—using cutting-edge patient-derived stem cell models. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Di Biase

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

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Bioengineering a dynamic culture platform to improve the maturity of iPSC-derived muscle organoids

Murdoch Childrens Research Institute Stem Cell Biology

About the project. Heart disease is a critical health burden and leading cause of mortality worldwide. To understand disease mechanisms and develop future treatments for heart disease, we have developed a human cardiac organoid platform derived from pluripotent stem cells. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Voges, Assoc Prof RM Mills

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

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Exercise, cardiovascular physiology and healthy ageing research scholarship

University of the Sunshine Coast School of Health

This project will test new intervention strategies that aim to enhance the effectiveness of cardiovascular rehabilitation. Read more

Supervisor: Prof C Askew

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

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PhD Scholarship Opportunity: novel technologies for vision restoration

University of Melbourne Physics

We are looking for 1-2 highly motivated, passionate, and competitive candidate for fully funded PhD positions in developing exciting technologies for vision restoration. Read more

Supervisor: Dr W Tong

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

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Fluorocarbon activation using organometallic chemistry

University of Queensland The School of Chemistry & Molecular Biosciences

Fundamental challenges in transforming synthetic and energy-based materials are increasingly being met using inorganic chemical solutions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Young

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

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Development of tumor on a chip models for novel therapy evaluation

University of Adelaide School of Chemical Engineering

Project. Cancer is a complex and multifaceted disease, and the development of effective treatments remains a significant challenge. Read more

Supervisor: Prof CXZ Zhao

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

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Biomechanical signalling in human heart disease

University of Melbourne Murdoch Childrens Research Institute

About the Project. The human heart undergoes more than 2 billion beats throughout an individual's lifetime, with its rhythm precisely regulated by signalling events that continuously adapt to the biomechanical stress exerted on the ventricular walls. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J McNamara

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

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We have 18 Medicine PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students in Australia

Medicine PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students in Australia

We have 18 Medicine PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students in Australia

Development of new molecular therapies to treat motor neuron disease (MND)

Applied optogenetics to study the influence of neuronal activity on neurodegeneration

Development of an early clinical screening tool for oesophageal adenocarcinoma

Examining neurocognitive interventions and mechanisms in the treatment of alcohol use disorders

Understanding sleep disturbance in clients seeking treatment for alcohol use disorder

Trauma & Addiction

The Health4Her Project

Developing a national alcohol risk index: preventing future alcohol-related harms

PhD in stem cell modelling for neuropsychiatric disorders

Bioengineering a dynamic culture platform to improve the maturity of iPSC-derived muscle organoids

Exercise, cardiovascular physiology and healthy ageing research scholarship

PhD Scholarship Opportunity: novel technologies for vision restoration

Fluorocarbon activation using organometallic chemistry

Development of tumor on a chip models for novel therapy evaluation

Biomechanical signalling in human heart disease

We have 18 Medicine PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students in Australia

Medicine PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students in Australia

We have 18 Medicine PhD Research Projects for Self-funded Students in Australia

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