Biological Sciences (strength) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 26 Biological Sciences (strength) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

(MRC DTP CASE) Prediction of substrate binding geometry and strength in promiscuous enzymes: computational chemistry applicable to the design of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

We are often taught about the power of enzymes to select particular substrates from the biological milieu and of their ability to perform highly selective reactions on those substrates. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Leach, Dr S De Visser, Dr C Trujillo

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

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Investigating Dietary Approaches to Improve Muscle Health

Royal Holloway, University of London School of Biological Sciences

The maintenance of good muscles health provides a key aspect of general health. Reduced muscle health is associated with both ageing and a range of diseases. Read more

Supervisors: Prof R S B Williams, Dr AB Malerba

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

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Investigating the links between β-amyloid, osteoporosis and frailty in Alzheimer’s disease

Queen Mary University of London Institute of Dentistry

Background. Individuals with Alzheimer’s disease are more likely to suffer from osteoporosis (the loss of bone mass and strength) than age-matched individuals1, significantly contributing to the frailty associated with dementia. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S McArthur, Dr SCF Rawlinson

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

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Revealing the correlation between physiology and physical chemistry of microcalcification in connective tissue using AI supported tissue characterization.

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Healthcare Engineering

A fundamental component of human body is connective tissue which serves various structural and supportive functions including skin integrity, abdominal wall enforcement and bone formation. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Chauhan, Dr R Kroger

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

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Exploring nutritional supplements to enhance coral reslience

University of Technology Sydney Faculty of Science

In order to thrive and endure environmental challenges, corals, like all living organisms, necessitate exceptional nutrition. Although typically situated in nutrient-poor waters, corals possess the ability to extract nutrients from their surroundings to support their well-being. Read more

Supervisor: Dr EC Camp

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

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Health outcomes of children with rare or complex conditions and their families: a longitudinal cohort study using linked primary and secondary healthcare data in England

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust GOSH BRC Applied Child Health Informatics Theme (Non-Clinical) PhD Studentships

Rare or complex conditions (RCCs), such as major congenital anomalies or inherited conditions that are screened for in newborns, have serious health, functional and social consequences for affected individuals. Read more

Supervisors: Dr AZ Zylbersztejn, Dr J Tan, Prof MCB Cortina Borja

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

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Geomicrobiological controls on radionuclide speciation and fate during the geodisposal of radioactive waste

The University of Manchester Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Context. The UK has been generating electricity from nuclear power for over sixty years. Consequently, the safe disposal of the UK’s existing ~750,000 m3 of radioactive waste is a clear priority. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Lloyd, Prof S Shaw, Dr A Uknnl

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

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Growth analysis of body-axis regulators during radial and bilateral style morphogenesis

Université de Montréal Plant Science Research Institute

We are seeking highly motivated candidates to join our team to work on a project aiming to understand how the body-axis regulators control growth during radial and bilateral style morphogenesis. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Kierzkowski

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

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Hormonal control of stamen filament elongation in Arabidopsis thaliana

Université de Montréal Plant Science Research Institute

We are seeking highly motivated candidates to join our team to work on a project aiming to understand the hormonal control of stamen filament elongation in Arabidopsis thaliana. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Kierzkowski

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

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Sarcopenia as a biomarker for people with multiple long-term conditions: an epidemiological perspective

University of Leicester Department of Population Health Sciences

Background . The term ‘multiple long-term conditions’ (MLTCs) refers to the co-existence of two or more chronic conditions (physical or mental) in a person [Navickas et al. Read more

Supervisor: Dr T Wilkinson

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

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Investigating the role of Aquaporins in age related diseases

University of Liverpool Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences

Physical frailty, with its associated immobility and disability, is a major factor limiting independence among older people. A key contributor to frailty is a decline in muscle mass and strength (sarcopenia) and the burden of sarcopenia is substantial, with a cost to the NHS of ~£2.5bn/pa. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Staunton

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

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Improving patient outcomes following mandibular reconstruction after oral cancer: novel finite element methods for better surgical design

University of Liverpool Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences

Within Cheshire & Merseyside over 1,000 individuals a year are diagnosed with head and neck cancer, with some central city wards having 4 times the UK average. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Sharp, Prof AS Schache

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

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Use of Fungi as a Means of Producing Concrete-Like Construction Materials

University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering

Concrete is one of the World’s most ubiquitous materials. It has achieved this through its versatility, durability and low cost. However, the manufacture of a key ingredient - Portland cement – contributes 4% of anthropogenic CO2 emissions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T Dyer, Prof G M Gadd

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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The Importance of Muscle Stem Cells: Implications for Muscle Repair in Inflammation and Trauma

University of Nottingham School of Medicine

Skeletal muscle possesses a remarkable capacity for adaptation and repair, processes essential in the maintenance of skeletal muscle health. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Joanisse, Prof P Greenhaff, Dr JM Mallinson, Dr C Deane

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

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Pectin supplementation to reduce gut and systemic inflammation and improve liver, muscle and gastrointestinal outcomes

University of Nottingham School of Medicine

A quarter of the world's population has metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, (which used to be known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease). Read more

Supervisors: Prof G Aithal, Dr J Grove, Dr KR Rollins, Prof AMV Valdes

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

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We have 26 Biological Sciences (strength) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Biological Sciences (strength) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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