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We have 31 fungi PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
fungi PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
We have 31 fungi PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students
Breeding Better Biocontrols: Genomic approaches for strain improvement of hyphal-parasitic fungi
Fungal pathogens are responsible for up to 16% of global crop losses, acting both pre-harvest and post-harvest as well as through mycotoxin contamination. Read more
Cryo-EM structures of GPCRs from pathogenic fungi
Pathogenic fungi are responsible for about 1.5 million deaths worldwide per annum and fungi also cause the spoilage of about 25% of the world’s crops. Read more
Biology and genetics of reproduction in filamentous fungi
Fungi have beneficial but also detrimental properties. They are used for the production of foodstuffs and valuable pharmaceuticals and enzymes. Read more
Interactions between introduced tree species and native mycorrhizal fungi in the UK
Mycorrhizal symbioses are one of the most extensive and important biotic interactions in terrestrial ecosystems, typically providing plants with improved access to nutrients in exchange for carbohydrates produced via photosynthesis. Read more
4-year PhD Studentship: A novel, bacterial quorum sensor-infused nanocarrier drug delivery system to tackle antimicrobial resistant fungi
Healthcare associated infections (HAI) remain an unresolved clinical issue that significantly impacts patients’ lives and global economies. Read more
(MRC DTP) Death during fungal infection: to die or not to die, that is the question.
Respiratory infections caused by fungi, bacteria, and viruses rank fourth in the global causes of death according to the World Health Organisation. Read more
Investigating the impact of epigenetic modifiers, a new treatment for cancer, on fungal pathogens. MRC GW4 BioMed DTP PhD studentship 2025/26
Project Summary. Fungal pathogens threaten our health and kill over a million patients worldwide. In this project, we will deploy cutting-edge epigenetics research and medical microbiology to better understand how pathogenic fungi respond to anti-cancer drugs. Read more
Dissecting cell wall glucan function in intercellular signalling and plant environmental interactions
Apply to join the Benitez-Alfonso team in their quest to dissect the mechanisms underpinning the function of beta-1,3 glucan polymers in plant growth and development. Read more
(MRC DTP) Understanding the development of the preterm infant gut microbiome
The human gut contains a vast community of bacteria, fungi, archaea, and viruses – collectively termed the microbiome – that plays a critical role in our own health and well-being. Read more
Structure-function paradigms for plant-based meat and dairy analogs
To achieve UK net zero goals and to improve the health of the population to relieve stress on the NHS, the UK food system needs to be rebalanced towards a higher proportion of non-animal foods. Read more
Advancing real-time detection and characterisation for bioaerosols - PhD
This PhD is part of the new Research England-funded Future Biodetection Technologies Hub and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute the advancement… Read more
(MRC DTP) Microbial regulation of intestinal inflammation
The intestinal immune system is exposed to trillions of microbial organisms on a daily basis, collectively known as the gut microbiota. Read more
PhD Opportunity - Investigating the Colonic Microbiome – Immune Interactions to Prevent Colorectal Cancer
'TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK INSTITUTION WEBSITE'. Project description. Around 40% of individuals undergoing bowel screening colonoscopy have pre-malignant colorectal adenomas. Read more
Development and evaluation of antimicrobial agents against mixed oral biofilms using 3-D model of oral mucosa
Oral biofilms play a significant role in the development of oral diseases such as caries and periodontitis. The World Health Organization reports approximately 1 billion cases of periodontal disease and 2 billion cases of caries in adults, along with 514 million cases of caries in children. Read more
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Dissecting functions of beneficial soil bacterium in protecting banana plants from fungal infection
The Panama disease of banana, caused by fungus Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cubense tropical race 4 (Foc TR4) threatens the global production of bananas. Read more