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We have 103 Biological Sciences PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Sheffield
Biological Sciences PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Sheffield
We have 103 Biological Sciences PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Sheffield
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Community-informed diversification of local food systems
Background. Our recent research shows that the distributions of crops worldwide tend to be limited more by historical processes of dispersal and establishment, than by climatic tolerance. Read more
Advancing Adaptive Laboratory Evolution (ALE) for the Next-Generation Biomanufacturing
Future manufacturing of chemicals, fuels, energy, materials, and drug therapeutics will be circular, sustainable, and biological at its heart. Read more
Engineering Protein Nanocompartments for Biotechnological Applications
Protein nanocompartments have board applications as catalytic nanoreactors and as carriers for therapeutics delivery. They are self-assembled protein-based supramolecules that have spherical and hollow architectures. Read more
Understanding the Stability of Biologics Using Advanced Light Scattering Techniques
The biotherapeutics market was valued at approximately USD 325.17 billion in 2020. It is expected to witness a revenue of USD 496.71 billion in 2026, with a CAGR of 7.32% over the forecast period, 2021-2026. Read more
Enhancing the Biotechnological Potential of a Bioplastic Producer Cupriavidus Necator H16 Using a Combination of Adaptive Laboratory Evolution (ALE) and Synthetic Biology Approaches
Plastic, a lightweight, durable, and impact-resistant material, has transformed the way we live and made positive impacts across various economic sectors. Read more
Engineering Virus-Like Particles (VLPS) for the Next-Generation Vaccines
Virus-like particles (VLPs) are molecules that mimic viruses and will trigger immune response when introduced into body. As they do not contain any viral genetic material, they are not infectious. Read more
ABM CDT Characterisation and Optimisation of Sustainable Medical Use Wet Wipes
This project will work with our industrial partner, Saraco Ltd. to optimise and translate degradable wet wipes for use in hospitals. Read more
Cold Sintering of Advanced Ceramics and Glass along with Natural Sustainable Materials for Bone Tissue Engineering (Industry Project)
The ABM CDT is a partnership between The Universities of Manchester and Sheffield. ALL APPLICATIONS should however, be submitted via the Manchester application system only. Read more
Tissue engineered blood vessels (Industry Project)
The ABM CDT is a partnership between The Universities of Manchester and Sheffield. ALL APPLICATIONS should however, be submitted via the Manchester application system only. Read more
Unlocking the secrets of nature's colour palette with machine learning
The natural world contains an awe-inspiring variety of colouration across plant and animal species, but the causes of this diversity are not well understood. Read more
EPSRC PhD Studentship in: Microbiological Research for Diffuse Pollution Management and its Integration within Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDs)
The University of Sheffield, Sheffield Water Centre in collaboration with The Environmental Protection Group Ltd and the Centre for Doctoral Training in Water Infrastructure and Resilience. Read more
The biodiversity-pollution-climate nexus: understanding the impacts of mixtures of chemicals on mixtures of freshwater species in a changing world
We are looking for a highly motivated PhD candidate to work on a 3.5-year project to understand the impact of chemical mixtures on biodiversity and how these effects are influenced by climate change. Read more
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Analysis of Oligonucleotide Therapeutics Using 2D Liquid Chromatography
We invite applications for a three and a half-year industry funded PhD studentship to work under the supervision of Prof Mark Dickman at the University of Sheffield in collaboration Dr Christina Vanhinsbergh (AstraZeneca) and Dr Ken Cook (ThermoFisher). Read more
Effect of androgens on preantral follicle development
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects >5% of women of reproductive age and is the most common cause of menstrual dysfunction and is associated with metabolic abnormalities and increased risk to long-term health. Read more
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Serological biomarkers of aggressive multiple sclerosis
Background. The understanding of the immune pathogenesis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is incomplete. There is lack of clarity regarding why some patients have aggressive disease and there no reliable biomarkers to delineate this at patient’s individual level. Read more