Wellcome Trust Four Year (1+3) PhD Programme in Stem Cell Biology & Medicine
Posted by stemcellsjobs, on 26 October 2016
Closing Date: 15 March 2021
Department/Location: Wellcome Trust – Medical Research Council Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, University of Cambridge
Reference: PS10545
Closing date: 05 January 2017
Studentships starting October 2017
http://www.stemcells.cam.ac.uk/study/wtprogramme/
Stem Cell Biology
Stem cells are defined by the dual capacity to self-renew and to differentiate. These properties sustain hom
eostatic cell turnover in adult tissues and enable repair and regeneration throughout the lifetime of the organism. In contrast, pluripotent stem cells are generated in the laboratory from early embryos or by molecular reprogramming. They have the capacity to make any somatic cell type, including tissue stem cells.
Stem cell biology aims to identify and characterise which cells are true stem cells, and to elucidate the physiological, cellular and molecular mechanisms that govern self-renewal, fate specification and differentiation. This research should provide new foundations for biomedical discovery, biotechnological and biopharmaceutical exploitation, and clinical applications in regenerative medicine.
Cambridge Stem Cell Community
The University of Cambridge is exceptional in the depth and diversity of its research in Stem Cell Biology, and has a dynamic and interactive research community that is ranked amongst the foremost in the world. By bringing together members of both the Schools of Biology and Medicine, this four year PhD programme will enable you to take advantage of the strength and breadth of stem cell research available in Cambridge. Choose from over 50 participating host laboratories using a range of experimental approaches and organisms.
Programme Outline
During the first year students will:
• Perform laboratory rotations in three different participating groups working on both basic and translational stem cell biology.
• Study fundamental aspects of Stem Cell Biology through a series of teaching modules led by leaders in the field.
• Learn a variety of techniques, such as advanced imaging, flow cytometry, and management of complex data sets.
Students are expected to choose a laboratory for their thesis research by June 2018, and will then write a research proposal to be assessed for the MRes Degree in Stem Cell Biology. This assessment will also be used to determine whether students continue on to a 3-year PhD.
Application Process
Visit http://www.stemcells.cam.ac.uk/study/wtprogramme/ for further details including how to apply. Please note: you will be required to complete and submit a departmental application form, provide two references and upload copies of your transcripts as part of the application process.
We invite applications from both EU and Non-EU applicants*.
Application Deadline: Thursday 5th January 2017 Interviews will be held on: 23rd, 24th and 25th January 2017
*Non-EU applicants, who need to apply for additional funding (which covers tuition fees at the ‘overseas’ rate), must also apply through the University Graduate Student Application Form ‘Applicant Portal’ by Wednesday 7th December 2016.
Informal enquiries are also welcome via email to sci-phd@stemcells.cam.ac.uk.
The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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