LSI PhD Programme: Elevate your scientific career with the LSI PhD Programme in Complex Living Systems at the University of Exeter. This interdisciplinary program offers a unique opportunity for innovative thinkers to engage in cutting-edge research and explore beyond traditional boundaries. Be part of a new generation of scientists equipped to tackle global challenges using advanced technologies and approaches.
Summary Table:
| Application Deadline | Midnight, 8th January 2024 |
|---|---|
| Location | University of Exeter (UEA) |
| Funding Type | LSI-funded PhD Studentships |
| Start Date | October 2024 |
| Mode of Study | Full-time |
| Programme Type | PhD |
Study Area: The LSI PhD Programme focuses on Complex Living Systems, spanning Physics, Mathematics, Computational Science, Engineering, Biology, and Medicine.
Scholarship Description: Enroll in the integrated LSI programme, irrespective of your primary discipline or funding source. Benefit from leading-edge research technologies, state-of-the-art laboratories, and the flexibility to shape your own project. The program includes interdisciplinary training modules, cohort learning, diverse supervisor expertise, advisory thesis committees, and future career preparation.
Eligibility: We seek the best and most imaginative students across Physics, Mathematics, Computational Science, Engineering, Biology, and Medicine. Applicants should be motivated by scientific curiosity, demonstrate the ability to think innovatively, and hold a first or upper-second-class degree (or equivalent). While a Master’s degree is advantageous, it is not essential.
Required Documents: Submit your application including academic transcripts, CV, and a statement of purpose outlining your interest in interdisciplinary research, your selected supervisor/project, and your source of funding for fees, living costs, and research training.
How to Apply: Applications for LSI-funded PhD studentships are open now. For other studentship deadlines, refer to individual research group pages. Self-funded applicants should contact their preferred supervisor and the LSI Director of Postgraduate Research, Professor Steve West (s.west@exeter.ac.uk), providing motivation for Ph.D. research and funding details.
Last Date: The application deadline for LSI-funded PhD studentships is midnight, 8 January 2024. Act now to be part of a collaborative community of over 60 PhD students, pushing scientific boundaries at one of the fastest-growing cities in the UK – Exeter. For inquiries, contact the Director of Postgraduate Research (LSI), Professor Steven West at s.west@exeter.ac.uk.
LSI PhD Studentships – Funded by Different Sources:
- Biosciences:
- Title: Time-resolved kinetic and structural understanding of essential enzymes to develop novel herbicides
- Supervisors: Nicholas Harmer (Exeter), Jim Spencer (Bristol), Christian Noble (Syngenta)
- Deadline: Monday 4th December 2023
- Application Website: [Link](Application website)
- Funding BBSRC, SWBio DTP
- Title: Studying early human embryo development using stem cell models
- Supervisors: Ge Guo (Exeter), Fabrice Gielen (Exeter), Rosalind John
- Deadline: Monday 4th December 2023
- Application Website: [Link](Application website)
- Funding BBSRC, SWBio DTP
- Title: Dynamic Protein Design
- Supervisors: Jonathan Phillips (Exeter) and Marc Goodfellow (Exeter)
- Deadline: Monday 4th December 2023
- Application Website: [Link](Application website)
- Funding BBSRC, SWBio DTP
- Title: Characterizing in vivo cell cell interaction in stress system
- Supervisors: Soojin Ryu (Exeter-LSI ), Joel Tabak (Exeter-Math), Jamie Walker (Exeter-Math)
- Deadline: Monday 4th December
- Application Website: [Link](Application website)
- Mathematics:
- Funding BBSRC, SWBio DTP
- Title: Spindle orientation in the developing fly embryo: a joint mathematical-experimental approach
- Supervisors: David Richards (Exeter) and James Wakefield (Exeter)
- Deadline: Monday 4th December 2023
- Application Website: [Link](Application website)
- Funding Body: NERC GW4+ DTP PhD studentship
- Title: Comparative analysis and modelling of cilia motility in a major disease-causing parasite
- Supervisors: Kirsty Wan (Exeter), Aidan Emery (Natural History Museum), Bonnie Webster (Natural History Museum), Adam Cieplinski (Natural History Museum)
- Deadline: Tuesday 9th January 2024
