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  Investigation of the effect of host genetic variants on subgingival microbes and gingival inflammation in gingivitis and periodontitis


   Dental & Health Sciences Research

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  Prof L Nibali  No more applications being accepted  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

About the Project

Periodontal Infectogenomics studies how host genetic variants can affect the composition of the subgingival biofilm.

The aim of this PhD is to test the effect of specific host genetic variants on periodontal inflammation and microbial growth in gingivitis and periodontitis.

This PhD will be based on a clinical trial on experimental gingivitis in patients with different host genetic variants identified as predisposing to ‘gingival hyper-inflammation’. Identified genetic variants and microbes will be tested in replication cohorts.

Research training in genetics/ microbiology/periodontology.

Funding Notes

Sponsor: Unilever/ BBSRC

Funding available: £18,500 stipend + £6,000 bench fees/year

Duration of award: 3-4 years

Mode of study: Full-time

Eligibility: UK

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