Toxicology (cell and molecular biology) PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 12 Toxicology (cell and molecular biology) PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Mechanisms of Cancer Stem Cell Survival, Metastasis Formation and Immune Evasion in Cancer

University of Reading School of Pharmacy

Recent research suggests that cancer cells within a tumour represent a highly heterogeneous cell population. In particular many tumours contain small percentage of cells that share several characteristics with stem cells. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Widera

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

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Self funded MSc by Research or PhD in Biology: Ion channel signalling in cancer cells

University of York Department of Biology

Lead supervisor: Dr W Brackenbury. The student will be registered with the Department of Biology. Our cells constantly sense and transport ions present in their environment. Read more

Supervisor: Dr W Brackenbury

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Novel strategies for the diagnosis and treatment of snakebites

University of Reading School of Pharmacy

Snakebite envenomation (SBE), a high priority neglected tropical disease affects several million people worldwide resulting in as many as 150,000 deaths and around 500,000 permanent disabilities every year. Read more

Supervisor: Prof SV Vaiyapuri

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

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Molecular Mechanisms of Receptor and Ion Channel Regulation in Pain and Inflammation

University of Reading School of Pharmacy

Are you ready to delve into the captivating world of molecular signaling and unravel the mysteries of the cardiovascular and nervous systems? We are thrilled to offer an exhilarating PhD opportunity at the forefront of scientific exploration. Read more

Supervisors: Dr G Cottrell, Prof D Widera, Dr S Amadesi

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

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Investigating the impact of galectin-ligand interaction on cancer cell resistance to chemotherapeutic treatment

University of Liverpool Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences

Galectins are multifunctional carbohydrate-binding proteins that are expressed by many types of human cells. Changes of galectin expression commonly occur in cancer (e.g. Read more

Supervisor: Prof LG Yu

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

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Molecular characterisation of a novel transporter for the atypical antipsychotic clozapine

University of Liverpool Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology

Schizophrenia is a severe psychiatric illness affecting about 24 million people worldwide. Schizophrenia can have a devastating effect on a patient’s life and is associated with increased mortality, with life expectancy reduced on average by 15 years compared to that of the general population. Read more

Supervisors: Dr D Dickens, Prof M Pirmohamed

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

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Microplastics and Nanoplastics as Emerging Risk Factors in Neurodevelopmental and Neurodegenerative Condition

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

Project Overview. Microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) are ubiquitous environmental pollutants raising concerns due to their potential adverse effects on human health. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Kevei

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

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Pathophysiology of intensive care acquired muscle weakness - the role of mitochondrial dysfunction

Charles University Third Faculty of Medicine

Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Third Faculty of Medicine, Charles University. Our research group is currently seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Krajčová, Prof F Duška

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

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Inducing ferroptotic death to kill cancer cells

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Ferroptosis is an iron-dependent form of regulated necrotic cell death triggered by oxidative degradation of lipids in membrane bilayers and subsequent irreparable damages to the plasma membrane (1). Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Tournier, Dr K Finegan

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

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Targeting the MAPK scaffold protein KSR1 for the treatment of prostate cancer

University of Bradford Faculty of Life Sciences

Research Group: Institute of Cancer Therapeutics

Prostate cancer is one of the leading causes of male cancer deaths. It arises when individual cells escape their normal growth control mechanisms and proliferate in an uncontrolled fashion. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Muller, Prof R Falconer

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Understanding the benefits and risks of the therapeutic targeting of the Nrf2 stress response

University of Liverpool Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology

This studentship is fully funded for 4 years and is due to start in October 2024. Important. the tuition fee element of the studentship covers the fee rate for UK students only. Read more

Supervisor: Prof I Copple

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

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Interaction between innate immune activation and endothelial cells, linked to adverse cardiovascular events

University of Liverpool Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology

The complement system is a key component of the immune response. Maintaining a balance between activation and inhibition of the complement system is key to preserving tissue homeostasis and enabling immune surveillance. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Liptrott, Dr R Rainbow, Prof C Dart

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We have 12 Toxicology (cell and molecular biology) PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Toxicology (cell and molecular biology) PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 12 Toxicology (cell and molecular biology) PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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