Cell Biology (cell wall) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 6 Cell Biology (cell wall) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Untangling the role of beta-1,3 glucan polymers in intercellular communication

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

Apply to join the Benitez-Alfonso team in their quest to dissect the mechanisms underpinning the function of beta-1,3 glucan polymers in plant growth and development. . Read more

Supervisor: Dr Y Benitez-Alfonso

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

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MSc by Research: Genetic interactions and novel genes that regulate lignin biosynthesis and straw quality in barley

University of Dundee School of Life Sciences

Lignin is a major component of plant cell walls, and has a significant influence on the digestibility and uses of plant biomass. The lignin biosynthesis pathway has been one of the most intensively studied. Read more

Supervisor: Prof C Halpin

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

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Advancing our understanding of mycoplasma and ureaplasma infections among humans and animals

Cardiff Metropolitan University Cardiff School of Sport and Health Sciences

The Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma Group based at Cardiff Metropolitan University is seeking motivated and enthusiastic students to undertake research projects on various aspects of Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma spp infection. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Beeton, Dr R Aicheler, Dr J Blaxland, Dr S Maddocks

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

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How does the dynamic intra-membrane aggregation of phage lysis proteins kill bacterial pathogens?

The University of Manchester Department of Physics and Astronomy

This is an interdisciplinary project. It will provide a unique opportunity to obtain training in a wide range of interdisciplinary skills, including protein engineering techniques, protein purification, atomic force microscopy, neutron reflection and scattering as well as molecular dynamics simulations. Read more

Supervisor: Prof J Lu

28 June 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Structure-function analysis of a plant virus RNA transport protein

The James Hutton Institute Postgraduate Training

Background. Plants form the basis of human nutrition but crop yields are increasingly under threat from climate change and the associated shifts in pathogen distributions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Tilsner, Dr J Bos

14 June 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Investigating mechanisms of extra-cellular matrix remodelling and fibrosis in the gastrointestinal tract

University of Dundee School of Medicine

Inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn's disease, are increasing in prevalence globally. These are caused by chronic inflammation in the gut, there is no cure and medications are not effective for all. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Mclean

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

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We have 6 Cell Biology (cell wall) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Cell Biology (cell wall) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 6 Cell Biology (cell wall) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Untangling the role of beta-1,3 glucan polymers in intercellular communication

MSc by Research: Genetic interactions and novel genes that regulate lignin biosynthesis and straw quality in barley

Advancing our understanding of mycoplasma and ureaplasma infections among humans and animals

How does the dynamic intra-membrane aggregation of phage lysis proteins kill bacterial pathogens?

Structure-function analysis of a plant virus RNA transport protein

Investigating mechanisms of extra-cellular matrix remodelling and fibrosis in the gastrointestinal tract

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