viral PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

cGAS-STING involvement in respiratory viral infections

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Medicine

This is a Self-Funded/Sponsored PhD opportunity. FUNDING REQUIRED. Full UK/EU or International Tuition Fees. UK Living Expenses. Bench Fees (£42,000 total). Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Triantafilou

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Generation of human cytomegalovirus-pseudotyped particles and development of systems for the study of viral cell entry mechanisms, neutralizing antibody responses to infection and vaccination, and testing of potential novel therapeutics

University of Greenwich School of Pharmacy (Medway Campus)

Overview. Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) establishes lifelong infections of the host with >60% infected across the globe. In healthy children and adults HCMV produces mild symptoms like influenza or mononucleosis. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Scott, Dr N Temperton, Dr M Reeves

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

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Generation of human cytomegalovirus-pseudotyped particles and development of systems for the study of viral cell entry mechanisms, neutralizing antibody responses to infection and vaccination, and testing of potential novel therapeutics

University of Kent Medway School of Pharmacy

Overview. Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) establishes lifelong infections of the host with >60% infected across the globe. In healthy children and adults HCMV produces mild symptoms like influenza or mononucleosis. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Scott, Dr N Temperton, Dr M Reeves

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

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Uncovering the viral and cellular components that dictate the neurological outcome of tick-borne encephalitis virus infection

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

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

Supervisor: Dr NG Goonawardane

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

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Visual Memes and Viral Images: Analysis, Discourse, Politics

Nottingham Trent University School of Art and Design

The proposed project will explore the role of online memes and viral images in the transglobal socio-political landscape. Visual memes and viral… Read more

Supervisors: Dr JG Gilboy, Dr M Bohr

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

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Exploring Viral Nucleic Acid Machinery via Cryo Electron Microscopy to Advance Biomedicine

University of York York Biomedical Research Institute

Viruses, these tiny but potent life forms, are all around us, infecting various organisms and directly affecting human health. Although in most cases, viral infection is not life threatening, in the minority of cases it leads to long-term disorders including cancer. Read more

Supervisors: Prof F Antson, Dr J Gordeeva, Dr P Bardy

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

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Viral-surface interactions studied by vibrational sum-frequency spectroscopy

The University of Manchester Department of Materials

The recent COVID-19 pandemic, and in particular fomite transmission of the virus, led to a lot of interest in how viral particles attached to surfaces, their survival times on different materials and how they transferred to hosts. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Thomas, Dr R Lindsay

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

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Employing molecular virology to investigate hepatitis E virus replication

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

This project is available to self funded candidates only. The Herod lab has a broad interest in virus replication, with a particular interest in studying single-stranded positive-sense RNA viruses important for human and animal health. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M.R. Herod, Prof M Harris

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

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FULLY FUNDED PROJECT - Integrating genotype and antigenic phenotype data to forecast the epidemiological dynamics of Foot and Mouth Disease Virus (FMDV)

University of Glasgow College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences

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Supervisors: Prof D Haydon, Dr RO Orton, Dr A Di Nardo, Mr PH Hudelet

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

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Ejecting infection: Understanding how epithelial tissues rid themselves of viral infections by apical extrusion

University of York York Biomedical Research Institute

Background. The epithelial tissues of our bodies use physical barriers and innate defences to fight viral infection. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Baker

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

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The Creation of Anti-Viral Plastic Nanobodies for Diagnostics and Therapeutics via Molecular Imprinting of Synthetic Polymers

University of Greenwich School of Pharmacy (Medway Campus)

Overview. The need to quickly generate new diagnostic tools and therapies in the battle against viral diseases has been highlighted recently by the continuing global pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Hall, Dr N Temperton

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

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The Creation of Anti-Viral Plastic Nanobodies for Diagnostics and Therapeutics via Molecular Imprinting of Synthetic Polymers

University of Kent Medway School of Pharmacy

Overview. The need to quickly generate new diagnostic tools and therapies in the battle against viral diseases has been highlighted recently by the continuing global pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Hall, Dr N Temperton

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

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Fully funded PhD student position in structural biology of viruses

Umeå University Chemistry Department

PhD position in the structural biology of viruses. The Department of Chemistry is opening a PhD position in Chemistry with a specialization in structural biology. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Renner

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

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Developing the next generation of broad-spectrum antiviral polymers

University of Birmingham School of Chemistry

Applications are invited for a funded PhD position in the School of Chemistry at the University of Birmingham. The School of Chemistry is keen to achieve a gender and diversity balance across the School and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S J Jones

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

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Understanding the transcriptional regulation of BK polyomavirus

University of Birmingham Institute of Microbiology and Infection

As obligate intracellular pathogens, viruses rely on host-cell machinery to facilitate their lifecycle. Nuclear-replicating DNA viruses are exposed to factors that can dictate the transcriptional output of the invading viral genome and ultimately influence infection outcome. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Ferguson

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

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A new approach to CRISPR-Cas adaptation and the discovery of host accessory-proteins

University of Nottingham School of Life Sciences

Bacteria provide many health benefits and eco-environmental services. Although physically simple, they have a sophisticated immune system, CRISPR-Cas. Read more

Supervisors: Prof R Chalmers, Prof U Vinkemeier

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

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Influence Maximisation and Counter-Narratives for Mitigating Harmful Viral Posts in Social Networks

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Computer Science & Informatics

Aim and Goals. The core objective of this PhD research project is to delve into the intricacies of Influence Maximization (IM) within social networks, thereby identifying influential users capable of spreading messages effectively across these platforms. Read more

Supervisors: Dr F Liberatore, Dr M T Pilehvar

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

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Developing an AI-driven BCI-based neurofeedback device to treat chronic post-viral fatigue syndrome

University of Essex Faculty of Science and Health

The Faculty of Science and Health at the University of Essex is offering one PhD research Scholarship for a student to participate in a joint project with g.tec (gtec.at), NHS, and BT. Read more

Supervisor: Dr V De Feo

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

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Novel Immunotherapies and Vaccines for Virus Control

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Medicine

This is a Self-Funded/Sponsored PhD opportunity. FUNDING REQUIRED. Full UK/EU or International Tuition Fees. UK Living Expenses. Bench Fees (£68,500 total). Read more

Supervisor: Prof R Stanton

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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(MRC DTP CASE) Determination of the role of viruses in the microbiome of biofilms formed in the ear of patients with otitis media

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Otitis media (OM) is a very common infection of the middle ear characterised by redness, swelling and build-up of fluid behind the eardrum. Read more

Supervisors: Prof P Vallely, Prof P Klapper, Prof S Lovell, Mrs JN Nichani

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

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Therapeutic resolution of coronavirus (COVID-19) diseases by natural products

University of Bradford Faculty of Life Sciences

Research Group: Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics

Coronavirus now labelled as Covid-19 has become a global pandemic affecting around 200 countries. Currently neither any cure nor any vaccine for Covid-19 has been established. Read more

Supervisor: Dr T Nasim

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

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Genetic Engineering of Immune Effector Cells for CAR therapies using a Peptide Technology

Queen’s University Belfast School of Pharmacy

Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T therapies have demonstrated remarkable treatment outcomes and several CAR-T therapies now approved for treatment of haematological malignancies. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E McErlean, Prof H McCarthy

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

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Gene therapy for neuromuscular diseases

Royal Holloway, University of London School of Biological Sciences

We are accepting candidatures for PhD students enthusiastic about finding cures for neuromuscular diseases or willing to explore and learn gene therapy technologies using models of neuromuscular diseases. Read more

Supervisor: Dr AB Malerba

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

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PhD in Chemistry: Medicinal Chemistry of Nucleotide Analogues

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Chemistry

Nucleoside analogues (NAs) are an important class of antiviral and anticancer agents commonly used in the therapy of many different viral infections and cancer conditions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Serpi

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

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Investigating the innate immune response in RSV and HMPV infection

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Medicine

This is a Self-Funded/Sponsored PhD opportunity. FUNDING REQUIRED. Full UK/EU or International Tuition Fees. UK Living Expenses. Bench Fees (£46,000 total). Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Triantafilou

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Manipulation of neuroimmune responses and behaviour by infectious agents

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

This project is available exclusively to self-funded students who wish to commence study for a PhD in the academic year 2023/24. The project focuses on how infectious agents modify the individuals that they infect and how neuroimmune responses to infection moderate behaviour changes in warm-blooded animals and humans. Read more

Supervisors: Dr G Mcconkey, Dr S Clapcote

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

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Self-funded PhD- Emergent leadership by well-informed individuals in self-organising groups

University of Bristol School of Biological Sciences

Emerging infectious diseases often originate from a host shift, where a pathogen is transferred from its original host to a new host species. Read more

Supervisor: Dr N Stroeymeyt

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

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SLS 1: Human lung 3D models to assess antiviral effects of novel and sustainable compounds against SARS-CoV-2 variants

University of Westminster School of Life Sciences

We are looking for a PhD student to develop 3D models of the human breathing lung. The emergence of SARS-CoV-2 and the resulting Covid pandemic has highlighted the need for effective biological methods to assess viral infectivity and potential antiviral drug candidates. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A McCormick, Dr M V Dwek, Dr HM Morad

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

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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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Engineering Virus-Like Particles for Next-Generation Vaccine Manufacturing

University of Sheffield Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering

Virus-like particles (VLPs) are structures typically composed of viral structural proteins that self-assemble into virus-like structures. Read more

Supervisors: Dr K Tee, Prof TS Wong, Dr C Evans

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

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We have 63 viral PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

viral PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 63 viral PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

cGAS-STING involvement in respiratory viral infections

Generation of human cytomegalovirus-pseudotyped particles and development of systems for the study of viral cell entry mechanisms, neutralizing antibody responses to infection and vaccination, and testing of potential novel therapeutics

Generation of human cytomegalovirus-pseudotyped particles and development of systems for the study of viral cell entry mechanisms, neutralizing antibody responses to infection and vaccination, and testing of potential novel therapeutics

Uncovering the viral and cellular components that dictate the neurological outcome of tick-borne encephalitis virus infection

Visual Memes and Viral Images: Analysis, Discourse, Politics

Exploring Viral Nucleic Acid Machinery via Cryo Electron Microscopy to Advance Biomedicine

Viral-surface interactions studied by vibrational sum-frequency spectroscopy

Employing molecular virology to investigate hepatitis E virus replication

FULLY FUNDED PROJECT - Integrating genotype and antigenic phenotype data to forecast the epidemiological dynamics of Foot and Mouth Disease Virus (FMDV)

Ejecting infection: Understanding how epithelial tissues rid themselves of viral infections by apical extrusion

The Creation of Anti-Viral Plastic Nanobodies for Diagnostics and Therapeutics via Molecular Imprinting of Synthetic Polymers

The Creation of Anti-Viral Plastic Nanobodies for Diagnostics and Therapeutics via Molecular Imprinting of Synthetic Polymers

Fully funded PhD student position in structural biology of viruses

Developing the next generation of broad-spectrum antiviral polymers

Understanding the transcriptional regulation of BK polyomavirus

A new approach to CRISPR-Cas adaptation and the discovery of host accessory-proteins

Influence Maximisation and Counter-Narratives for Mitigating Harmful Viral Posts in Social Networks

Developing an AI-driven BCI-based neurofeedback device to treat chronic post-viral fatigue syndrome

Novel Immunotherapies and Vaccines for Virus Control

(MRC DTP CASE) Determination of the role of viruses in the microbiome of biofilms formed in the ear of patients with otitis media

Therapeutic resolution of coronavirus (COVID-19) diseases by natural products

Genetic Engineering of Immune Effector Cells for CAR therapies using a Peptide Technology

Gene therapy for neuromuscular diseases

PhD in Chemistry: Medicinal Chemistry of Nucleotide Analogues

Investigating the innate immune response in RSV and HMPV infection

Manipulation of neuroimmune responses and behaviour by infectious agents

Self-funded PhD- Emergent leadership by well-informed individuals in self-organising groups

SLS 1: Human lung 3D models to assess antiviral effects of novel and sustainable compounds against SARS-CoV-2 variants

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

Engineering Virus-Like Particles for Next-Generation Vaccine Manufacturing

We have 63 viral PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

viral PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 63 viral PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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