We have 35 pharmacology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for UK Students

Faculty of Pharmacy, Charles University, Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology . Drug resistance represents a critical obstacle to successful anticancer pharmacotherapy. Read more

Supervisor: Assoc Prof J Hofman

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

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Funded PhD - Determining the genetic and circadian basis of bipolar disorder

University of Bristol School of Physiology, Pharmacology & Neuroscience

This project will be part of the University of Bristol - University of Kent Cotutelle Programme. It will be jointly supervised by Prof James Hodge (http://www.bristol.ac.uk/phys-pharm-neuro/people-new/hodge/) and Dr Alice French at the University of Bristol, and by Prof Gurprit Lall at University of Kent. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Hodge, Dr AF French

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

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Funded PhD - The mechanisms of cognition in bees and flies

University of Bristol School of Physiology, Pharmacology & Neuroscience

This project will be part of the Bristol-Macquarie Cotutelle Programme, funded by EPSRC. Read more

Supervisor: Prof J Hodge

1 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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The role of extracellular vesicles in signalling between cardiovascular cell types in metabolic diseases and in cardioprotective therapies

Semmelweis University Budapest Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy

We are to understand how EVs induce and affect cardiovascular diseases. To this end, we investigate its changes in disease models of the cardiovascular system and in its comorbidities, e.g., metabolic diseases. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Z Giricz

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

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Identification of novel inflammatory mechanisms as potential therapeutic targets in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases

Semmelweis University Budapest Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy

The prognosis of chronic heart failure resulting from a heart attack is very poor, even with modern therapeutic devices and drugs, about half of the patients die within 5 years of diagnosis. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Z Varga

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

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Finding new targets for treating gut inflammation

Semmelweis University Budapest Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy

The gastrointestinal (GI) mucosa is constantly exposed to a wide variety of luminal aggressors, including gastric acid, pepsin, bile acids and bacterial components. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Z Zádori

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

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Development of miRNAs as a new therapeutic tool in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases

Semmelweis University Budapest Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy

Ischemic heart diseases and their pathological consequences belong to the leading causes of death worldwide. In the acute treatment of myocardial ischemia one of the most important tasks is the restoration of the tissue perfusion. Read more

Supervisor: Prof P Ferdinandy

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

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Application and development of bioinformatics and network theory methods in cardiovascular disease research and pharmacovigilance

Semmelweis University Budapest Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy

To be able to discover novel drug targets we aim to develop software based on network theoretic approaches that are capable to identify mediators and pathways involved in the pathomechanism of various cardiovascular diseases by the analysis of datasets assessed with high throughput molecular biological techniques (e.g. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Ágg

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

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Investigation of myocardial ischemic adaptation in the presence of comorbidity factors on in vitro cell culture models

Semmelweis University Budapest Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy

Metabolic derangements, such as obesity or diabetes, are major risk factors of cardiovascular diseases. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Görbe

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

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Sensitizing AML cells to RAR and VDR ligands (vitamin A and D derivatives) to prevent leukaemia relapse

Medical University of Vienna Institute for Pathophysiologie and Allergy

The doctoral candidate (DC) will perform basic research on leukaemia cell biology in vitro and in vivo at the Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Pharmacology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel. Read more

Supervisor: Dr MD Danilenko

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

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Pharmacological effect of psychedelics drugs in chronic pain

University of Reading School of Pharmacy

Psychedelic drugs, such as dimethyl tryptamine (DMT), lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) and psilocybin (originally derived from mushrooms) cause a profound alteration of perception and mood and are being investigated clinically to treat a range of neuropsychiatric disorders. Read more

Supervisors: Prof G J Stephens, Dr M Maiaru

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

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Cardiotoxicity of Anticancer Drugs

Charles University Faculty of Pharmacy

Faculty of Pharmacy, Charles University, Department of Biochemical Sciences. The project fits into the field of cardio-oncology, which deals with the detection, prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases that occur as a side effect of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Read more

Supervisor: Prof T Šimůnek

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

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The effect of pharmacotherapy on macrophage differentiation and polarization in cardiometabolic disorders

Charles University Faculty of Pharmacy

Faculty of Pharmacy, Charles University, Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology . Study Program. Pharmacology and Toxicology. Read more

Supervisor: Prof P Nachtigal

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

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Quantitative prediction of drug metabolism mechanism

Charles University Faculty of Pharmacy

Faculty of Pharmacy, Charles University, Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology . The project aim is the high-accuracy prediction of drug metabolism mechanism with the help of atomistic simulations at quantum accuracy and machine learning. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Hruška

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

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Pharmacological and toxicological effects of pollutants on the cardiovascular system

Charles University Faculty of Pharmacy

Faculty of Pharmacy, Charles University, Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology. The majority of the world's population lives in medium or large cities where human activities (industry, transport, etc.) have a direct impact on the production of pollutants. Read more

Supervisor: Prof P Mladěnka

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

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Using lipid nano-particles to study G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs).

Coventry University Centre for Health and Life Sciences

This exciting PhD project in the laboratory of Professor Mark Wheatley, Professor of Biochemical Pharmacology is a joint PhD between Coventry University and Stellenbosch University with the student being registered for a PhD at both universities. Read more

Supervisor: Prof M Wheatley

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

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Mechanistic insights into Family B G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) using SMA-like polymers

Coventry University Centre for Health and Life Sciences

Calcitonin receptor-like receptor (CLR) is an important family B G-protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) that is significantly under-explored, despite huge therapeutic potential. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H A Ayub

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

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PhD position in antiviral immunity and vaccinology (m/f/d)

University Hospital of Munich Clinical Pharmacology

The Hospital of the University of Munich, Germany, is one of the largest and most competitive university hospitals in Germany and Europe. Read more

Supervisor: Prof S Rothenfusser

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Development of mechanism-based therapeutics for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Pharmacology

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Supervisor: Prof SE Engel

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Neurovascular coupling in cerebral hypoperfusion

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

There are almost a million people living with dementia in the UK. Most of these cases comprise Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), vascular dementia (VaD) or, as is increasingly recognised, a mixed picture phenotype with evidence of the two conditions co-existent in the same patient. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Pritchard, Dr A Greenstein, Dr I Schiessl, Prof S Allan

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

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The Role of Reactive Sulfur Species in the Ageing Heart

University of Leicester Molecular and Cell Biology

Second Supervisor. Prof Melanie Madhani, University of Birmingham. Background . Ageing is a natural and complex biological process that involves the gradual deterioration of cells, tissues, and organ systems over time, thus leading to an increased susceptibility to diseases and mortality. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Switzer

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

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Design and synthesis of next-generation antibody drug conjugates to target homologous recombination deficient cancers

University of Strathclyde Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry

Background. Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) offer a powerful strategy for the cell-selective delivery of therapeutics, while minimizing off-target interactions associated with the drug payload. Read more

Supervisors: Prof G Burley, Dr Z Rattray

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

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Preventing Prostate Cancer, and Related Metastases

Medical University of Vienna Institute for Pathophysiologie and Allergy

The goal of this project is to elucidate the role of the thyroid hormone pathway for prognosis and therapy response of prostate cancer (PCa). Read more

Supervisor: Dr L Kenner

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

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Preventing Ovarian Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Related Metastases

Medical University of Vienna Institute for Pathophysiologie and Allergy

The doctoral candidate (DC) will perform basic molecular biology research on in vitro and in vivo cancer models at the Medical University of Vienna, Austria. Read more

Supervisors: Dr MSch Schepelmann, Prof E K Kallay

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

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Biotherapeutic delivery through personalised 3D printed microneedle patches

University of Nottingham School of Pharmacy

Join our dynamic research team and be at the forefront of ground-breaking drug delivery advancements. We are offering a fully-funded 36 month PhD studentship (to UK students only) to tackle skin variability challenges through the development of personalised microneedles using cutting-edge 3D printing technology. Read more

Supervisors: Dr K Alvey, Dr R Owen, Dr D Scurr, Prof C Alexander

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

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CDT-QTE: Quantum optimal control of quadrupolar nuclei for solid state magnetic resonance

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Dr Marina Carravetta, Prof Ilya Kuprov, Dr Matt Potter. Project description This project is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Carravetta

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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CDT-QTE: Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy & Imaging at the Quantum Mechanical Performance Limit

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Prof Ilya Kuprov, Dr Marina Carravetta. Project description: This project is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton. Read more

Supervisor: Dr I Kuprov

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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CDT-QTE: Quantum control of magnetic processes

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisor: Dr I Kuprov

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Using the electronic frailty index (eFI) to redefine deprescribing in Scotland.

University of Strathclyde Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences

Background to the project. Frailty is a critical concept and a key contributor to overall global ageing and impacts a large global market with high public health significance. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Rattray, Dr Z Rattray, Ms AT Talbot

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

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Using laser-based microfabrication to develop the next generation of cellular analytics

University of Strathclyde Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences

Background. The emerging microfabrication technology of ultrafast laser inscription [1] has opened the possibility of near arbitrary microfluidic device design. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Rattray, Prof G Burley

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

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We have 35 pharmacology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for UK Students

pharmacology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for UK Students

We have 35 pharmacology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for UK Students

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