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Physiology (proteins) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 17 Physiology (proteins) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Investigating the roles that G protein coupled receptors play in hypertension

University of Leicester Molecular and Cell Biology
G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) constitute a very large family of heptahelical, integral membrane proteins that mediate a wide variety of physiological processes ranging from the transmission of light and odorant signals to the mediation of neurotransmission and hormonal actions. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Willets
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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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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The role of extracellular vesicles in lung epithelial cell communication in health and disease

University of Salford School of Science, Engineering and Environment
There is an opportunity to apply for a widening participation scholarship (available to UK candidates or those eligible for UK fees) can be found here. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Miklavc
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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MScR: Endosomal Trafficking Dysfunction in Astrocytes: A Roadmap to Alzheimer’s disease?

University of Bristol School of Physiology, Pharmacology & Neuroscience
Previously thought of as only a support cell for neurons, astrocytes have now been shown to play an essential role in regulating synaptic activity and regulating transmitter uptake and release. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof KW Wilkinson, Dr K McMillan, Dr P Banks
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Molecular mechanisms of pacemaker (sinus node) dysfunction in ageing, heart failure and athletes

University of Bradford Faculty of Life Sciences
  Research Group: Chemistry and Biosciences
The heart’s pacemaker, the sinus node, initiates the action potential that causes the heart to beat, and the atrioventricular node conducts the action potential from the atria to the ventricles, the pumping chambers of the heart. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Hussain, Dr C Willis, Prof MR Boyett
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Role of the endosomal pathway in regulating sleep and circadian rhythms

University of York York Biomedical Research Institute
Ageing and many neurodegenerative disorders are characterised by a progressive loss of neurons in particular brain regions leading to behavioural changes including cognitive decline, sleep disruption and circadian dysregulation. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Chawla, Dr S Sweeney
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Targeting the sweet tooth to curb population-wide sugar intake

University of Nottingham School of Medicine
Excess intake of dietary sugars are a major contributor to obesity, and type 2 diabetes and 82% of people state that taste is the major determinant of what they buy and eat. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Aldiss
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Investigating the Roles for deSUMOylation Enzyme SENP3 in Autophagy Impaired by α-synuclein

University of Sheffield School of Biosciences
Aggregation of α-synuclein protein in neuronal cells has been strongly implicated in the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative disorders (Synucleinopathies) including Parkinson's disease and dementia with Lewy bodies. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Guo
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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
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Gaining mechanistic insights into Atrial Fibrillation: Bench to bedside approaches

University of Liverpool Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common arrhythmia with symptoms like irregular heart rate, palpitations, shortness of breath, tiredness, and dizziness. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr RB Burton
 1 July 2024  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Alterations in reparative dentinogenesis with ageing, gender and genetic predisposition

University of Liverpool Institute of Ageing and Chronic Disease Department of Musculoskeletal Biology
Dental pulp exposure caused by tooth decay or injury can lead to life-threatening infections. Following injury, reparative dentinogenesis serves a vital purpose through the accelerated generation of tertiary dentine, comprising mineral and type I collagen. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr EG Laird, Dr N Longridge, Prof FJ Jarad
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Investigating the role of oxidative metabolites in joint destruction in osteoarthritis

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 in alkaptonuria (AKU) and associated conditions. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr BN Norman, Dr JH Hughes, Prof G Bou-Gharios
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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
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Cardiac Harmony: Modelling Heart Beats with Stem Cells and Code

University of Liverpool Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences
Despite significant advancements in cardiac research, heart disease remains a leading cause of mortality globally. Unexpected cardiac events can occur even in young, fit individuals engaged in routine activities. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof R Barrett-Jolley, Dr R Oldershaw
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Neuronal control of appetite: investigating the role of the extracellular matrix in controlling neuronal activity in the hypothalamus

University of Bradford Faculty of Life Sciences
  Research Group: Chemistry and Biosciences
Appetite regulation is complex, and its dysregulation has serious implications for health, being observed in multiple conditions e.g., obesity, anorexia, and type 2 diabetes. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr SM Dickens, Dr G Helfer
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