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We have 250 Microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK
Microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK
We have 250 Microbiology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK
Project at Aberystwyth University: Genome editing enhanced myxobacterial predators for biological control of diverse crop pathogens
Pathogens have a huge impact on conventional agriculture by decreasing yield and increasing spoilage. They also threaten the security of alternative agricultural systems such as hydroponics/vertical farming/insect farming/cultured meat. Read more
Project at Aberystwyth University: Awakening the dormant soil microbiome
Healthy and productive soils are foundational for agriculture. In turn, the microbial communities of soil are critical determinants and indicators of soil health. Read more
Project at Queen's University Belfast: VIROWORM: Characterising the Interplay between Parasitic Nematodes, Viruses and their Hosts
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, and with the spectre of panzootic highly pathogenic avian influenza, the understanding of infectious diseases (including “macro”pathogenic nematode (roundworm) parasites and “micro”pathogenic viruses) is critical as they undermine human and animal health, productivity, and food security. Read more
Project at Queen's University Belfast: Mapping the farm-scape of antibiotic resistance: metagenomes, antibiotic resistance genes, and mobile genetic elements
Antibiotic resistance poses a significant risk to human health, as the effectiveness of antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections is increasingly compromised. Read more
Project at Queen's University Belfast: Climate-Friendly Beef: Long-Term Assessment of Methane Inhibitors
Livestock contributes 30% of methane released into the atmosphere, more than any other single source. The UK Committee on Climate Change (2020) has recommended a 64% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, as necessary, to meet the 2050 targets. Read more
Project at Queen's University Belfast: Exploring the North Ronaldsay Sheep Microbiome: Unlocking Enzymes for Sustainable Agriculture and Biotechnology
Microalgae or seaweed-based livestock feed has shown promise in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Read more
PhD project at University of Reading: Beyond nitrogen and the nodule: How rhizobial trait diversity enhances crops, soil and environmental health
The global demand for food is set to double by 2050, creating an urgent need for sustainable farming solutions. Read more
Project at University of Reading: A receptor-ligand module with practical applications to improve food production
This project will take a multi-disciplinary approach to unlock the secrets of plant reproduction in order to produce better crops. Read more
Project at University of Reading: AI-based discovery of methane mitigation additives for ruminants
Methane emissions from ruminants, such as cattle and sheep, are a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for approximately 44% of human-made methane. Read more
TB or not TB – developing the next generation technology for rapid bovine tuberculosis detection
This project will investigate and validate a novel method for rapid and cost-effective analysis of animal (livestock) diseases, focused on bovine tuberculosis. Read more
Project at University of Reading: Designing next-generation plant-dairy hybrid ingredients to support gut health and immunity
Emerging evidence suggests that ‘hybrid’ or blended food matrices have the potential to introduce the next-generation of functional, healthy, and more sustainable food ingredients. Read more
Project at University of Surrey: Developing Phage Therapy to Combat Drug-Resistant Poultry Pathogens
The University of Surrey, in collaboration with Queen’s University Belfast is offering an exciting PhD opportunity aiming to revolutionise how we combat bacterial infections in poultry. Read more
PhD Project at Brunel University, London: Engineering Bacteria for Enhanced Degradation of Food-Associated Plastic Waste
Project description. As recognised by the UK Plastics Pact, novel solutions are urgently needed to tackle the scourge of waste plastic. Read more
Project at Brunel University of London: Antimicrobial Resistant Genes (ARG) & Pollutants – from Seabed to Seafood Platter
Project description. Municipal discharges and antibiotic use in aquaculture can lead to the enrichment of antimicrobial resistance genes (ARG) in aquatic ecosystems leading to contaminated fish entering the human food chain. Read more
(BBSRC NWD CASE) Investigating the metabolic changes in human skin bacteria as a function of human sebum composition
Project background. This is a DTP CASE project is a collaboration between University of Manchester and University of Liverpool academics as well as Unilever. Read more