Biological Sciences (product design) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

In vitro modelling and investigation of skin ageing and the impact of negative stimuli

Durham University Department of Biosciences

With an ageing population and the number of over 65s predicted to be 1 in 6 by 2050 there is a real need for targeted research to enhance the quality of life of this demographic. Read more

Supervisor: Prof S Przyborski

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

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New Vibration Speaker Development

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

The Gel Audio™ Loudspeaker Technology that I co-invented produced high quality sound over a surface through the hydrogel. It was also developed and incorporated into an audio product called the Woweeone. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Harris, Dr RS Salehiyan, Dr M Dorris, Dr K Goh, Mr SP Papadopoulos

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

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Engaging, informative and innovative! Researching in a future-oriented environment in UNNC

University of Nottingham Ningbo China

At the University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC), we offer excellent learning and research infrastructure. We are proud of our superb faculty made up of world renowned educators and researchers. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) China PhD Programme

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Sustainable Commodity Chemicals through Enzyme Engineering & Design (SuCCEED) - 4 posts available

The University of Manchester Department of Chemistry

SuCCEED is a BBSRC-funded Prosperity Partnership multi-million project between The University of Manchester and Shell. Commodity chemicals are produced on a global scale and normally derived from finite geological sources. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Dixon, Dr J Esteban Serrano, Prof A Green, Prof D Leys, Dr V Spallina, Prof M Turner, Dr J Winterburn

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

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FAIROmics - PhD fellowship in Microbial ecology - Deciphering the role of bacterial-fungal interactions in plant-based fermented food.

INRAE Inrae - Paris-Saclay Food and Bioproduct Engineering Research Unit

About the Project. Plant-based dairy and meat alternatives have grown in popularity in recent years for various reasons, including sustainability and health benefits, as well as lifestyle trends and dietary restrictions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr VH Hervé, Dr EDB Dugat-Bony, Dr PB Bonnarme, Dr L Wick

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

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In-line process monitoring for microalgae cultivation

University of Strathclyde Department of Chemical and Process Engineering

Phototrophic microorganisms that convert carbon dioxide are being explored for their capacity to solve different environmental issues and produce bioactive compounds for human therapeutics and as food additives. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Y Chen

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

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Enzyme-responsive peptide hydrogels as in situ forming long-acting drug delivery implants

Queen’s University Belfast School of Pharmacy

One of the key issues in the treatment and prevention of disease is that patients struggle to adhere to the complex dosage regimens of therapies, which often require multiple dosing at very specific times each day. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Laverty

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

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Advanced Biosensors for dementia biomarker detection

University College London Institute for Materials Discovery

Applications are invited for a PhD studentship to join the Advanced Biosensing group led by Dr Bing Li at the Institute for Materials Discovery (https://www.ucl.ac.uk/institute-for-materials-discovery/), University College London. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Li

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

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FAIROmics - PhD fellowship in identifying and controlling of key regulatory mechanisms for differential responses and metabolic shifts in microorganism populations.

INRAE Inrae - Paris-Saclay Food and Bioproduct Engineering Research Unit

About the Project. Plant-based dairy and meat alternatives have grown in popularity in recent years for various reasons, including sustainability and health benefits, as well as lifestyle trends and dietary restrictions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr IOM Otero-Muras, Prof CT Trelea, Assoc Prof EB Bernuau

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

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Advancing translational cell therapy for Hirschsprung disease

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust BRC Translational Research (Non-Clinical) PhD Studentships

Clinical disorders characterised by neuronal loss or dysfunction in the gastrointestinal tract remain some of the most challenging to manage, with considerable morbidity and mortality and very limited treatments. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C McCann, Prof P De Coppi

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

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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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(University of Manchester - University of Tokyo Dual Award) Diversifying Antitumor Drugs through the Integration of Synthetic Biology and Chemo-enzymatic Approaches

The University of Manchester Department of Chemistry

Ecteinascidin 743 (ET-743, Trabectedin) is a marine-derived natural organic compound approved for the treatment of soft tissue sarcomas. Read more

Supervisors: Prof E Takano, Prof H Oguri

29 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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125th Anniversary Scholarships for Black British Researchers - Transforming the development and use of diagnostics to optimise and accelerate clinical care pathways

University of Birmingham Institute of Immunology and Immunotherapy

Background and rationale. In vitro diagnostics (IVDs) are tests that can detect disease, conditions, and infections; IVD results are central to 70% of all clinical and treatment decisions. Read more

Supervisors: Prof AGR Richter, Dr J Heaney

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

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Biocoal research for use in heritage steam railways

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

The UK has over 200 heritage railway lines in operation. Traditionally these have run on coal, preferably Welsh steam coal, a form of bituminous coal known for its good calorific values, low sulphur content and semi smokeless properties. Read more

Supervisors: Dr D Ryan, Dr Z Cai

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

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We have 14 Biological Sciences (product design) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Biological Sciences (product design) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 14 Biological Sciences (product design) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

In vitro modelling and investigation of skin ageing and the impact of negative stimuli

New Vibration Speaker Development

Engaging, informative and innovative! Researching in a future-oriented environment in UNNC

Sustainable Commodity Chemicals through Enzyme Engineering & Design (SuCCEED) - 4 posts available

FAIROmics - PhD fellowship in Microbial ecology - Deciphering the role of bacterial-fungal interactions in plant-based fermented food.

In-line process monitoring for microalgae cultivation

Enzyme-responsive peptide hydrogels as in situ forming long-acting drug delivery implants

Advanced Biosensors for dementia biomarker detection

FAIROmics - PhD fellowship in identifying and controlling of key regulatory mechanisms for differential responses and metabolic shifts in microorganism populations.

Advancing translational cell therapy for Hirschsprung disease

Fluorinated tools for chemical biology

(University of Manchester - University of Tokyo Dual Award) Diversifying Antitumor Drugs through the Integration of Synthetic Biology and Chemo-enzymatic Approaches

125th Anniversary Scholarships for Black British Researchers - Transforming the development and use of diagnostics to optimise and accelerate clinical care pathways

Biocoal research for use in heritage steam railways

We have 14 Biological Sciences (product design) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Biological Sciences (product design) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 14 Biological Sciences (product design) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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