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We have 12 Microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Sheffield

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Microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Sheffield

We have 12 Microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in Sheffield

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Tackling infection - uncovering the potential of antimicrobial 3D Printed parts

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR), whereby bacteria and other microorganisms become resistant to antibiotics and other medicines, is a significant global concern. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Majewski
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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A novel peptide based approach to inhibit growth of antimicrobial resistant pathogens

Project description. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the biggest global challenges to human health in the 21st century, with the worst-case scenario development of a raft of incurable infections, especially Hospital Gram negative pathogens. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof G Stafford, Dr L Green
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Algae Based Biomanufacturing

Microalgae have generated increasing interest as microbial cell factories to produce proteins, pigments, therapeutics, and nutraceuticals. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof J Pandhal
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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ECOSOLUTIONS - Combining Nature and Technology to Tackle the Urban Chemical Pollution Challenge

Are you passionate about solving complex environmental challenges? Interested in creating non-toxic urban spaces that benefit society and nature alike? This exciting PhD project, part of the NERC-funded ECOSOLUTIONS Doctoral Focal Award, offers the opportunity to help tackle the problem of chemical pollution in urban environments. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr I Douterelo, Prof A Boxall, Dr Maria Bergheim, Dr J Tolls
 4 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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ECOSOLUTIONS - Understanding and managing the impact of multiple pollutant sources on urban soil health and function

Are you passionate about solving complex environmental challenges? Interested in creating non-toxic urban spaces that benefit society and nature alike? This exciting PhD project, part of the NERC-funded ECOSOLUTIONS Doctoral Focal Award, offers the opportunity to help tackle the problem of chemical pollution in urban environments. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Edmondson, Prof K Field, Prof M Hodson
 4 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Impacts of Blending Drinking Water from Desalination into Existing Distribution Systems

Sheffield Water Centre at The University of Sheffield, in collaboration with Anglian Water and the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Water Infrastructure and Resilience. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof J Boxall, Prof V Speight
 30 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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The oral tribology of alternative proteins

Are you ready to embark on a ground-breaking journey in research of oral tribology of alternative proteins? Join us in shaping the future of sustainable… Read more
 Supervisors: Prof TS Wong, Prof M Carre
 30 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Molecular Gastronomy – Functional Protein Discovery and Engineering for a Sustainable Food System

Unlocking novel proteins with specific functionalities — such as gelling, foaming, and lubrication — is a critical innovation challenge in the alternative protein sector. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof TS Wong, Dr K Tee
 30 April 2025  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Targeting Salmonella subversion of cellular senescence to combat antimicrobial-resistant typhoid fever

Antimicrobial-resistant typhoid fever. The world faces epidemics of antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) typhoid fever caused by Salmonella Typhi that underlies 12 million cases / 129 000 deaths each year. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Humphreys
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Bioinspired magnetic microbes for treating metastatic breast cancer

There is an urgent need to develop new treatments for cancer, especially for those patients whose cancer keeps coming back or spreads to other parts of the body despite current treatments. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Muthana
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Biofabrication approaches for the development of smart multifunctional biomaterials for corneal healing

Project details. Corneal disease affects millions worldwide, especially in developing countries where it's more common. While treatments like corneal transplantation and the use of membranes such as the amniotic membrane (AM) have shown promise, AM is expensive and not always available. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr I Ortega
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Efficacy of novel antimicrobial treatments on oral pathogens

Project details. Bacterial oral infections can cause a variety of problems including dental caries, abscesses, gingivitis and periodontal disease. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr L Green
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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