Synthetic Chemistry (disease) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 10 Synthetic Chemistry (disease) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Fluorinated tools for chemical biology

University of Edinburgh School of Chemistry

A PhD studentship is available in the group of Dr Chris Coxon, School of Chemistry, University of Edinburgh, https://www.chem.ed.ac.uk/staff/academic-staff/dr-christopher-r-coxon. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Coxon

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Chemical modification of proteins via metal-mediated processes

University of York York Biomedical Research Institute

Chemically modified proteins can be used to understand, treat, and diagnose disease. However, relatively few chemical reactions can be used to modify proteins, severely limiting the diversity and applications of new technologies. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Spicer, Dr M Plevin

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

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Molecular Glues as Novel Tools for Tackling Big Challenges in Human Health

University of Leicester Department of Chemistry

Background. The need for new medicines is greater than ever because of an ageing population and the complex clinical challenges brought about by drug resistance and/or side effects. Read more

Supervisors: Dr RD Doveston, Prof S Macip

23 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Pan-cellular Raman active probes to monitor macroscopic properties in live cells

University of Strathclyde Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry

This project is based at the chemistry biology interface, using your skills in synthetic chemistry to prepare compounds that are able to answer important… Read more

Supervisor: Prof N Tomkinson

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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A reactive fragment approach to dissect the zDHHC enzymes

University of Strathclyde Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry

Key Words: Synthetic Chemistry; Chemical Biology; Drug Discovery; Medicinal Chemistry; Organic Synthesis; Organic Chemistry. Read more

Supervisors: Prof N Tomkinson, Prof L Chamberlain

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Synthesis of Novel Organic Probes for the Study of Lipid-Lipid Interactions

King’s College London School of Natural & Mathematical Sciences

Lipids are diverse and principal components of the cell and are involved in a vast array of processes ranging from their well-known structural importance in cell membranes, through to energy storage and participation in signalling pathways. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Cobb, Prof U Eggert, Dr ES Silva

10 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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A chemical engine to produce mechanical force: towards a physio-chemical model of heart cells

University of Reading Department of Biomedical Engineering

Living systems are complex, and are based on the basic building blocks of genes, proteins, chemical reactions, and physical forces. Read more

Supervisors: Dr Y Hayashi, Dr Z Wang, Dr N Vasudevan

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

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Developing new treatments for leishmaniasis

University of Strathclyde Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry

Leishmaniasis. Read more

Supervisor: Dr FS Scott

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

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Novel strategies for the diagnosis and treatment of snakebites

University of Reading School of Pharmacy

Snakebite envenomation (SBE), a high priority neglected tropical disease affects several million people worldwide resulting in as many as 150,000 deaths and around 500,000 permanent disabilities every year. Read more

Supervisor: Prof SV Vaiyapuri

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

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PhD in Chemistry: Computer simulation of metal-amyloid interaction and its role in plaque formation

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Chemistry

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the greatest healthcare challenges facing 21st century society. AD is associated with formation of fibrils and plaques in brain tissue that impair proper functioning of neurons. Read more

Supervisor: Prof J Platts

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

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We have 10 Synthetic Chemistry (disease) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Synthetic Chemistry (disease) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 10 Synthetic Chemistry (disease) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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