Neuroscience PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students in Reading

We have 22 Neuroscience PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students in Reading

Intertemporal Processes in Neurocognitive Development

University of Reading School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences

Join a programme of work that aims to build conceptual and empirical bridges between the physiological, psychological, and cultural influences on human adolescent development. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Christakou

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

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Pharmacological effect of psychedelics drugs in chronic pain

University of Reading School of Pharmacy

Psychedelic drugs, such as dimethyl tryptamine (DMT), lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) and psilocybin (originally derived from mushrooms) cause a profound alteration of perception and mood and are being investigated clinically to treat a range of neuropsychiatric disorders. Read more

Supervisors: Prof G J Stephens, Dr M Maiaru

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

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How do prenatal steroids elevate autism likelihood?

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

The causes of autism remain unknown. Some literature has showed a link between higher levels of steroid hormones such as testosterone in the womb and autism in children, particularly males. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Vasudevan, Prof C Williams, Prof B Chakrabarti

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Ion channel regulation in models of neurodegeneration

University of Reading School of Pharmacy

Ion channels are important regulators of cellular physiology. There is now growing awareness that these proteins are invovled in pathological states, with relation to neurodegeneration voltage-gated potassium and voltage-gated calicum channels have been implicated. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Dallas, Prof G J Stephens, Dr A Bithell

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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What is the relevance of hormones made in the brain?

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

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Supervisors: Dr N Vasudevan, Prof P G Knight

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How do hormones regulate memory?

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

Deficiencies of thyroid hormone are common throughout the globe. Adult-onset hypothyroidism is prevalent in around 8-10% of the population and is associated with reproductive disorders, anxiety, depression and impairment of memory. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Vasudevan, Prof P G Knight

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The effects of bi/multilingualism on brain structure and function

University of Reading School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences

Increasing evidence suggests that speaking two or more languages has particular effects on the brain. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Pliatsikas

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Integrating information from vision and touch in virtual reality telepresence systems

University of Reading School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences

Virtual reality systems are fundamentally altering how we study human sensory perception. Similarly, to build good virtual reality systems we need a clear understanding of how the brain integrates sensory information into a robust and useful percept. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Scarfe

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Music and language processing in autism and amusia

University of Reading School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences

Music and language are fundamental traits of human existence. They both rely on complex sound sequences to convey meaning. It has been hotly debated whether the two are processed through distinct cognitive modules or using shared mechanisms. Read more

Supervisor: Dr F Liu

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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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Exploring the Ubiquitin-Proteasome system’s Impact on Ageing and Disease: The Interplay of Genetics, Lifestyle, and Environment

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

Project Overview. Unravelling the molecular and cellular mechanisms driving ageing to improve human health across the lifespan is a central aim of biomedical research. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Kevei

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

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Exploring the interplay between ageing, gut microbiome, and neurodegenerative diseases

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

Project Overview. Neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease represent major health risks in ageing societies. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Kevei

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3D printing spinal cords

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Engineering

Project Overview. This project offers an exciting opportunity to use hydrogels and 3D printing to engineer a segment of the spinal cord, which could be further developed into a transplant for patients with spinal cord injury (SCI). Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Delivopoulos

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Investigating lysosomal (dys)function in ageing and neurodegeneration

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

Project Overview. Ageing is associated with a decline in the functions of an organism (López-Otín, C. et al. Cell, 2023) and correlates with an increased risk of developing diseases in the later life (Niccoli, T. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Cogo, Dr E Kevei

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Understanding how electrical communication can regulate metabolic cycles in bacteria biofilms

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Engineering

Project Overview. A biofilm is a robust form of bacteria colony resistant to antibiotics. They have significant impacts on a multitude of industries impacting health and industrial processes such as in food production and water security. Read more

Supervisors: Dr Y Hayashi, Dr G Barrett

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Inhibition and excitation in the brain

University of Reading School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences

An appropriate balance between excitatory and inhibitory neural processes in the brain underlies healthy psychological function. Two examples of conditions in which there is an imbalance are autism and ADHD. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Field

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Neural and behavioural correlates of speech production in Parkinson's disease

University of Reading School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences

Speech is a complex task requiring highly coordinated movements of a large group of respiratory, laryngeal and articulatory muscles and involves precise integration with auditory and somatosensory feedback to plan and execute speech movements. Read more

Supervisor: Dr F Mollaei

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Effect of dietary vitamin B supplementation on brain synaptic activity

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Engineering

Numerous studies have demonstrated the importance of B vitamins (e.g., B6, B12 and folate) for optimal physiological and neurological functioning. Read more

Supervisors: Prof Y Zheng, Prof C Williams

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Fractional order modelling of neurons

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Engineering

Project Overview. Fractional order calculus (integro-differential equations that are of non-integral order) is an emerging methodology with wide applications across all areas of Physics and Engineering. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Hadjiloucas, Dr E Delivopoulos

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Impact of maternal obesity on offspring adipogenesis

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Sciences

Obesity is the major health crisis of this generation. Thus, research into the mechanistic basis behind obesity is of paramount importance. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Sellayah

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Deriving functional neurons from hIPSCs

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Engineering

Neuronal networks grown on petri dishes encode information as electrical activity. This activity is dictated by their underlying structural and functional connectivity. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Delivopoulos, Dr F Tamagnini

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We have 22 Neuroscience PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students in Reading

Neuroscience PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students in Reading

We have 22 Neuroscience PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students in Reading

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