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University of Liverpool PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 90 University of Liverpool PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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(SATURN CDT) A Fast Neutron Detector System for Fissile Hold-Up Assay and Localisation

Saturn_Nuclear_CDT. ‘UoM_Nuclear’. Identifying, quantifying, and localising fissile material ‘hold-up’ is a long-standing challenge across the UK nuclear estate. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr ER Rintoul, Prof A Boston
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Predicting and Programming Innate Immune Responses to Emerging Pathogens for Sustained Viral Resilience

Innate immune responses vary substantially between individuals and strongly influence infection outcomes, transmission risk and responses to vaccines and therapeutics. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof N Liptrott, Prof Julian Hiscox
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Development of a T cell diagnostic test for viral haemorrhagic fever exposure

Viral haemorrhagic fevers (VHFs) pose significant risks to healthcare workers, first responders and military personnel. Current exposure assessment relies heavily on serology, which can be difficult to interpret. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr L Turtle, Prof T Fletcher
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Understanding post-translational modifications during viral infection

In this project, you will be working to understand how viruses such as coronaviruses, caliciviruses and picornaviruses interact with infected cells, with a focus on post-translational modifications. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Emmott
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Single-cell proteomic analysis of RNA virus infections

In this project, you will be working to understand how viruses such as coronaviruses, caliciviruses and picornaviruses interact with infected cells, with a focus on single-cell proteomic studies and antiviral resistance. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Emmott
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Understanding coronavirus polyprotein processing

In this project, you will be working to understand how coronaviruses replicate, and how this process is shared across multiple coronaviruses. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Emmott
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Understanding substrates of viral 3C/3C-like proteases

In this project, you will be working to understand how viruses such as coronaviruses, caliciviruses and picornaviruses interact with infected cells, focusing on substrates of viral proteases. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Emmott
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Livestock Metabolomics: Investigating Metabolic Signatures of Methane Mitigation in Beef Cattle

Research Background. Agriculture contributes approximately 27% of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Northern Ireland, with ruminant livestock representing the largest source. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Muhamad Ali
 31 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Multi-modal uncertainty analysis of physiological measurements from wearable devices, for clinical applications

This project aims to address the critical gap between the huge potential offered by wearable sensors and their still very limited adoption in clinical practice. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Ferrero, Dr AV Varsi
 19 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Deciphering the metabolic signature of extracellular matrix driven reprogramming of pancreatic ductal adeno carcinoma (PDAC)

Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) has one of the highest mortality rates of all cancers. PDAC is characterised by its stiff and dense extracellular matrix encapsulating the tumour and changes in metabolism that are required for survival in this environment. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr MS Sciacovelli, Prof T Zech
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Examining how post-transcriptional gene regulation mechanisms affect stem cell function

Unlock the secrets of stem cell function using cutting-edge CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing and transcriptomics. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Tew, Dr D Turner, Dr R Oldershaw
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD Position in Edge AI

This PhD position is focused on the development of edge AI methods for wearable surface electromyography (sEMG) sensing in industrial human-centred applications. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A Nguyen, Dr S Maher, Dr B Huang
 20 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Modelling and Detection of Plasma Signatures for Small Space Debris Using Microwave Systems

This project develops a novel method to detect small space debris by modelling how debris disturbs ionospheric plasma and how these disturbances can be used to extract debris parameters. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Zhou, Dr a Macario-Rojas, Dr P Bryant, Dr B Huang
 10 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Structure and Dynamics of Worm-Like Micelle–Oil Interactions in Isotropic Liquid Formulations

Worm-like micelles give many liquid products their texture and stability. However, emulsified oil often disrupts this and imparts poor formulation stability. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr WS Sharratt, Dr J Forth
 24 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Master of Research Piloting the Effectiveness of Attitude Is Everything’s New Grassroots and Community Accessibility Framework on Music Venues Operating in the Liverpool City Region

We invite applications for a funded one-year full-time MRes position (Home fees level only) working with Attitude Is Everything (AIE) to deliver innovative… Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Anderson
 10 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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