Other PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

We have 72 Other PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

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Characterising skeletal muscle protein metabolism in adults with Becker Muscular Dystrophy using non-invasive approaches

Manchester Metropolitan University Department of Exercise and Sport Science

This is a full-time, funded PhD opportunity in the Faculty of Science and Engineering, Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences. Read more

Supervisor: Dr N Hodson

19 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Repeat Physical Traumas an initiator for motor neuron disease (MND): an insight from professional rugby

University of Liverpool Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences

Motor Neuron Disease (MND) is a devastating condition affecting neuronal cells responsible for voluntary muscle movement. The risk of developing MND is 1 in 300, predominantly in individuals over 50. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Staunton, Prof A McArdle

20 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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The impact of digital decarbonisation on physical and mental health: what role does stress-associated climate change play? (REF: SSEHS/NPVC)

Loughborough University School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

Psychological stress exposure is a risk factor for a range of long-term health conditions. A prominent, real-world and ongoing stressor is climate change, which can impact our physical and mental health and yet remains largely unexplored. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Paine, Dr R Higginson, Prof L Jackson, Prof I Hodgkinson

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

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Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation as a countermeasure to sarcopenia due to ageing and/or disease (REF: SSEHS/JF)

Loughborough University School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

Sarcopenia is characterised by a loss of muscle strength, muscle mass, as well as low physical performance, and is now classified as a disease in its own right. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Folland, Dr J Škarabot

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

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Funded Studentship for Applicants with a Link to Cumbria (KEN24/MPEE/HOWATSON)

Northumbria University

This opportunity is only available to students classed as UK students. International students are not eligible. Northumbria University is delighted to offer fully-funded three year studentships specific to applicants who have a link to Cumbria. Read more

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Self-Funded PhD Opportunities in Sport and Exercise Sciences

London South Bank University

Are you passionate about Sport and Exercise Sciences and eager to advance your research career? London South Bank University is pleased to offer self-funded PhD opportunities in Sport and Exercise Sciences for motivated and talented qualified individuals. Read more

Self-Funded PhD Students Only PhD Research Programme

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Understanding perspectives of prehabilitation in underserved cancer populations: A qualitative study to inform service design and delivery.

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

The School of Biomedical Sciences invites applications from prospective postgraduate researchers who wish to commence study for a PhD in the academic year 2024/25. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Burke, Dr CB Burnett, Dr KNF Franks

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

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Sheffield Hallam University - Psychology Demonstratorships: Enhancing Sports Coaches’ Psychological Growth and Performance

Sheffield Hallam University Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities

Applications are invited for Psychology Demonstratorships in the department of Psychology, Sociology, and Politics, commencing October 2024. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Olusoga

24 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Optimising functional independence across the life and healthspan using neurostimulation

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

Neuroplasticity is integral to recovery and maintenance of functional independence as we age, and even more crucial in individuals with developmental disorders such as Cerebral Palsy and those with injuries to their brain and/or central nervous system (Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke, MS). Read more

Supervisors: Dr S.L. Astill, Dr I Delis, Dr R M Ichiyama

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

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Reducing health inequalities and improving rehabilitation services in Greater Manchester (ACCESS4ALL)

Manchester Metropolitan University Bioscience

Project advert. Rehabilitation services prove highly effective in managing numerous chronic conditions such as coronary artery disease, yet they remain underutilized among patients. Read more

Supervisor: Dr AH Harwood

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

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Sports Science: Fully Funded Swansea University and Scarlets Rugby PhD Scholarship: In-game statistics associated with match outcome in professional Rugby Union

Swansea University School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Funding provider: Swansea University and Scarlets Rugby. Subject areas: Engineering, sport science, data science, physics, mathematics. Read more

Supervisor: Prof L Kilduff

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

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Hydration, metabolic health and physical function across adulthood (Ref: SSEHS/LJBRC)

Loughborough University School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

This project takes an integrative physiology approach to understand how hydration/24-h water intake influence metabolic health and physical function in young/older adults, particularly in the context of climate change/global warming. . Read more

Supervisors: Dr L James, Dr N Martin, Dr H Dugdale, Dr J Škarabot

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

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Promoting the health of commercial drivers through lifestyle behaviour change (Ref: SSEHS/SCBRC)

Loughborough University School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

Over the last 10 years, researchers at Loughborough University have led a programme of research seeking to characterise the health and well-being of HGV drivers; and to develop bespoke health promotion interventions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Clemes, Dr J King, Dr E Stamp, Dr E Petherick

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

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In the game for life: Lifelong welfare, education and support for rugby players

University of Portsmouth School of Sport, Health and Exercise Science

Applications are invited for a fully-funded 3-year PhD to commence in October 2024. . The PhD will be based in the Faculty of Science and Health and the candidate will join the Physical Activity, Health and Rehabilitation Thematic Research Group. Read more

Supervisors: Assoc Prof Z Saynor, Dr D Prince, Dr S Gupta

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

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