Funded PhD Scholarships 2025: The Euan MacDonald Centre invites applications for their funded PhD positions aimed at training the next generation of researchers in the field of Motor Neurone Disease (MND). This program supports non-clinical PhD studentships that offer an enriching and multi-disciplinary research environment, focusing on basic, clinical, and social science research regarding MND.
Euan MacDonald Centre Funded PhD Scholarships 2025
Designation
PhD Studentship in MND Research
| Field Provided | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | MND/ALS Research |
| Location | University of Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Applicants must have relevant postgraduate qualifications (Masters degree preferred). Experience in laboratory or clinical research is an advantage. |
| Stipend | UKRI-equivalent stipend for 3.5 years |
| Tuition Fees | Covered |
| Travel & Consumables | £10K per year for three years |
| Additional Experiences | Opportunities for seminars, public engagement, and networking available. |
Description
The Euan MacDonald Centre provides scholarship opportunities tailored towards supporting students engaged in MND research. Funded projects will allow successful candidates to explore innovative solutions and contribute vital findings to the scientific community. Students will benefit from supervisory support, structured training, and a collaborative research environment enriched by interactions with practitioners and families affected by MND.
How to Apply
To apply, please follow these steps:
- Review the project details listed below.
- Complete the application form available on the Edinburgh Neuroscience PhD portal.
- Prepare necessary documentation including academic transcripts, references, and a personal statement outlining your interest and experience in MND research.
Last Date for Apply
The application deadline is Monday, 10th February 2025.
Available Projects for 2025 Entry
| Project Title | Supervisor(s) |
|---|---|
| Identifying candidate biomarkers for diagnosis and progression of MND/ALS in animal models | Dr Kosala Dissanayake & Prof Tom Wishart |
| Exploring serine and one-carbon metabolism in Spinal Muscular Atrophy – Towards next generation therapies | Prof Kiterie Faller & Dr Helena Chaytow |
| Identifying Novel Regulators of Neuromuscular Junction Remodeling in vitro and in vivo models | Dr Lyndsay Murray |
| DRUG-Seq platform to identify therapeutic combinations to reverse TDP43 mediated RNA dysregulation | Dr Bhuvaneish Selvaraj, Prof Siddharthan Chandran, Prof Neil Carragher |
Explore more about the Euan MacDonald Centre and join us in advancing MND research for effective solutions and improved patient outcomes.
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