This multidisciplinary project will use cutting edge imaging technologies along with novel chemistry and a cell-based therapy to treat glioblastomas, the deadliest form of brain cancer in adults. Read more
There is an epidemic of chronic pain and an associated “opioid crisis” caused by the harms of current pain killers. There is an urgent need to better understand pain mechanisms in patients, to inform personalised treatments. Read more
Background to the project. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a complex condition, arising from the interplay of genetics, lifestyle, and environmental risk factors. Read more
Are you excited about using cutting-edge machine-learning techniques to tackle real-world public health challenges? This PhD position offers the opportunity to explore the impact of social isolation and loneliness on cognitive decline in dementia patients while gaining expertise in advanced Natural Language Processing (NLP) and statistical modelling techniques. Read more
This exciting interdisciplinary project brings together expertise in biomedical sciences and mathematical biology. The project will be co-supervised by Prof. Read more
Start Date. 1st October 2025 . The School of Engineering of the University of Glasgow is seeking a highly motivated graduate to undertake an exciting 3.5-year PhD project to work on fabrication and characterisation of compact gas sensor chips for non-invasive early disease detection applications. . Read more
Join the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Birmingham for groundbreaking PhD research that aims to improve non-destructive testing technology! Terahertz (THz) is a rapidly expanding field across a myriad of disciplines such as physics, engineering, chemistry and biology. Read more
This project is one of a number that are in competition for funding from the University of Bath URSA competition, for entry in September 2025. Read more
Between 4-5% of pregnant women in the UK develop gestational diabetes (GDM) due an inability to process carbohydrates properly, leading to high blood sugar. Read more
About the Project. Project summary. This project explores the lived experiences of supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in the UK, focusing on the challenges faced by families, nursery owners, and stakeholders. Read more
A 2025 Crick PhD project with Charles Swanton. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Treatment for lung cancer includes therapies targeting the cells around the tumour, collectively known as the tumour microenvironment (TME). Read more
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