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Biological Sciences PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 1,027 Biological Sciences PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Auckland Bioengineering Institute

The Auckland Bioengineering Institute (ABI) does world-leading research that enhances the diagnosis and treatment of a range of medical conditions, as well as helping to improve the lives of people with disabilities or injuries. Our research makes a real difference in the world. We’ve designed sensors to diagnose stomach disease without needing invasive surgery;developed a tiny wireless implantable device to measure brain pressure and save the lives of children with hydrocephalus;and we lead the world in building digital models of the human body which will enhance personalised medicine approaches for improved diagnosis and treatment.

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Radcliffe Department of Medicine

The Radcliffe Department of Medicine (RDM) in the University of Oxford is a large multi-disciplinary department which aims to tackle some of the world’s biggest health challenges by integrating innovative basic biology with cutting edge clinical research. RDM is committed to training the next generation of scientists in biological and clinical sciences.

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Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Tackle real world challenges, make a difference, and elevate your career with postgraduate research in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health at Manchester. From biochemistry to neuroscience, cancer sciences to medicine, audiology to mental health and everything in between, we offer a wide range of postgraduate research projects, programmes and funding which will allow you to immerse yourself in an area of research you’re passionate about.

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School of Science, Engineering and Environment

The School of Science, Engineering and Environment (SEE) is the largest school at the University of Salford. More than 250 postgraduate researchers (PGRs) study with us. We offer full and part-time PhD programmes as well as split-site and distance learning ones. Our innovative MPhil programme is designed to transition students from the guided module-structure towards independent learning and researching and our MSc by Research students are supported acquiring the skills needed for a successful transition towards further research or into a workplace of their choosing.

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Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Make your mark at the leading edge of science and engineering research. At the University of Southampton’s Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, we’re studying stars as they explode, inscribing the human genome into crystals, shaping the future of human interaction with AI, helping build brighter liveable cities, and using chemistry for sustainable manufacturing. We’re looking for innovators, critical thinkers and curious minds to join us in driving new discoveries, with real opportunities for impact through our links with industry and governments and our enterprise initiatives. In return you’ll benefit from multi-million-pound research facilities, the expertise of leading specialists and a supportive, inclusive research community.

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College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences

The College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences at the University of Glasgow is one of the largest centres for research and professional training in the UK. Our purpose is to make world-changing impact on major challenges that we face within Scotland and globally. Our focused ambition is to deliver a strategy structured by four key themes, which will shape the social, cultural and economic prosperity of our city, the country and civilisation across the globe through inventions, interventions and innovations. Don’t wait for your future. Build it.

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Mountain birch genetics and recovery in Scotland

University of Stirling
School of Biological & Environmental Sciences
This project will investigate the genetic diversity and adaptive potential of mountain birch to inform upland restoration in Scotland, collaborating with both industry and conservation stakeholders. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof A Jump, Dr A Skeffington, Dr T Sim
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Brain Tumour Diagnostics, Multi-Omics and Computational Biology

University of Birmingham
Department of Cancer and Genomic Sciences
Requirements. - Degree in medicine (essential). - At level of ST1-3 with National Training Number (essential), ideally in pathology /neurosurgery/oncology; desirable). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr V Wykes
 29 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Engineering Biomimetic Organ-on-Chip Systems for Ocular Research (Ref ID: THRT26/SE/EPM/LI)

Northumbria University
School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics
Join an exciting, fully funded interdisciplinary research project developing next-generation elastomer-hydrogel based organ-on-chip technologies for animal-free ocular research with biomimetic artificial materials aiming to promote the 3R principle (replacing animal usage in research with more ethical approaches) at the same time improve the efficiency of biotechnologies. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Li
 26 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Metabolic control of trophoblast differentiation and placental development

The University of Manchester
Division of Developmental Biology and Medicine
Pregnancy complicated by maternal diabetes and / or obesity is increasingly common. Such pregnancies are more likely to result in abnormal fetal growth, which has consequences for the offspring in later life including, an increased risk of developing metabolic disease themselves. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Westwood, Dr E Cottrell, Dr G Galli, Dr Peter Ruane
 15 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PhD position in experimental cardiovascular research

University Clinic of Wuerzburg
Institute of Experimental Biomedicine 2
2 PhD positions in experimental cardiovascular research. with a focus on inflammation and cardio-immunology in the context of myocardial remodeling and atherosclerosis. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A Zernecke
 20 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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PhD in Management Positions at INSEAD (various areas)

INSEAD
Postgraduate Opportunities
INSEAD, one of the world's leading and most diverse business schools, is renowned for its commitment to producing leaders who positively impact society. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  International PhD Programme
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Development of AI framework for iPSC image analysis and integration with transcriptomics

Queen Mary University of London
Digital Environment Research Institute
A fully-funded PhD studentship is available to start by 30th September 2026 to work with Professor Viji Draviam, Professor of Quantitative Cell and Molecular Biology, QMUL, and Dr Wei Wei, Associate Principal Scientist, MSD. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof VM Draviam
 28 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Beyond Commensalism: Investigating the Virulence Mechanisms of Streptococcus mitis in Bacteraemia

University of Strathclyde
Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences
Streptococcus pneumoniae is a common nasopharyngeal commensal but is also the most common cause of pneumonia globally. Invasive pneumococcal disease causes over a million deaths per year worldwide, especially in children under the age of 5, despite the availability of vaccines. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr HM Marshall
 3 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Does peroxisome biogenesis regulate hypoxic triple negative breast cancer survival?

University of Sheffield
School of Clinical Dentistry
Triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) is the most aggressive breast cancer subtype, characterised by the absence of targetable hormone receptors and poor prognosis. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr H Bolland, Dr S Hunt
 5 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Joint Industry Funded PhDs in Engineering and Marine Biology

University of Aberdeen
The UK National Decommissioning Centre (NDC) in collaboration with industry are funding a programme of research focused on advancing knowledge and understanding of aspects of subsea infrastructure decommissioning. Read more
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Modelling telomere-erosion and ageing as a biomarker for cancer outcome

University of Reading
Department of Biomedical Sciences
This PhD is an exciting opportunity for a student looking to build a career in cancer research or develop transferable experience suitable for the healthcare tech industry. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr W Cross
 17 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Wave Dynamics on Complex Networks: From Graph Theory to Machine Learning (PROMENTD_U27EMPSFP)

University of East Anglia
School of Mathematics
Primary Supervisor. Dr. Davide Proment. Come and join the research group of Dr Davide Proment at the University of East Anglia (UK, Norwich) to investigate how nonlinear waves propagate, interact, and self-organise on complex networks and graph structures. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Proment
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Pioneering conservation strategies for rare fungi parasitic on wood decay fungi

Cardiff University
Cardiff School of Biosciences
  Research Group: Organisms and Environment
Fungi underpin the functioning of terrestrial ecosystems. Like other organisms many fungal species are facing challenges that threaten their existence. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof L Boddy, Dr S Christofides
 14 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Pioneering conservation strategies for non-wood-inhabiting decomposer fungi

Cardiff University
Cardiff School of Biosciences
  Research Group: Organisms and Environment
Fungi are an essential part of every ecosystem but are under-studied and often overlooked. Effective fungal conservation is frequently hampered by a lack of knowledge about the ecology of the species under consideration. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Christofides, Prof L Boddy
 14 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PFAS Quantitation and Biocatalytic Remediation

Heriot-Watt University
Institute of Chemical Sciences
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 Supervisors: Dr L D Donnelly, Dr DE Ellis
 3 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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