PhD Studentship - Dysregulation of the blood clotting pathway

A 4-year fully funded PhD project is available to study Opportunities are available for projects investigating the role of the blood clotting pathways (coagulation and fibrinolysis) in acquired and inherited bleeding disorders in the laboratory of Dr Gael Morrow.

Awarding Body

Robert Gordon University

Value

4 year PhD Studentship

Deadline

Ongoing

Quantity of Awards

1 Studentship

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Overview Eligibility How to Apply

Overview

Uncontrolled bleeding is the leading cause of preventable death in young persons under the age of 44. Improving our knowledge and understanding of the cellular and molecular mechanisms that cause uncontrolled bleeding, will identify novel treatments, improve patient care and reduce mortality.

Opportunities are available for projects investigating the role of the blood clotting pathways (coagulation and fibrinolysis) in acquired and inherited bleeding disorders. Blood samples from healthy volunteers will be manipulated to model bleeding pathologies and specialised haemostasis techniques used to unpick the mechanism of action. The in vitro models will be complemented by use of patient blood samples to validate results. Techniques include monitoring blood clot formation and degradation, quantifying thrombin generation, forming model blood clots under blood flow conditions, isolating blood cells from human samples, analysing blood cell activation and microscopy.

Eligibility

Eligible Countries of Residence

Austria
Azerbaijan
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Belgium
Botswana
Brunei
Bulgaria
Cambodia
Cameroon
Canada
China
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Egypt
England
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Ghana
Greece
Hong Kong
Hungary
India
Indonesia
Iran
Italy
Japan
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kenya
Kuwait
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macau
Malaysia
Malta
Mauritius
Mexico
Namibia
Nepal
Netherlands
Nigeria
Northern Ireland
Norway
Oman
Pakistan
Poland
Portugal
Qatar
Republic of Ireland
Romania
Russia
Rwanda
Saudi Arabia
Scotland
Sierra Leone
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
Sri Lanka
Sweden
Taiwan
Tanzania
Thailand
Turkey
Uganda
Ukraine
United Arab Emirates
USA
Vietnam
Wales
Zambia
Zimbabwe

Potential international candidates should note that the tuition fee award available within the fully funded interdisciplinary studentships is set at the home tuition fee level and will not be for the full international tuition fee. Before submitting an expression of interest, candidates based overseas are encouraged to check tuition fee status and eligibility criteria.

If your country is not listed, you may still be eligible for this studentship.

Eligible Courses

Course Level

Postgraduate Research
PhD

Mode of Attendance

Full Time

Mode of Study

On Campus

Subject Area

Pharmacy & Life Sciences

Other Requirements

Academic Background

Applicants should have a first Class or 2:1 honours degree (or international equivalent) in biomedical sciences, biochemistry or a strongly related discipline.

English Language Requirements

To meet the eligibility requirements for a studentship, applicants are required to provide evidence of their English language ability. For candidates applying from a country where English is not the officially recognised language, alternate evidence must be submitted which meets the minimum overall requirement of 6.5 and with each element of reading, writing, speaking and listening meeting a minimum of 6.5.

Read further guidance on the range of tests or evidence we accept and a list of countries which are officially recognised as English speaking:

English Requirements for our Courses

How to Apply

Applicants should send a CV, short personal statement and cover letter detailing your interest to Dr Gael Morrow:

g.morrow1@rgu.ac.uk

Our wide range of research projects are also available, start a conversation with a supervisor:

Research Degrees

Process for Selection

Candidates will be invited to interview. The successful applicant will commence their studies within 6 weeks of a successful interview.