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The PhD Studentship from Diabetes UK supports experienced researchers to recruit outstanding science graduates to study for a PhD in the field of diabetes-related research. Awards are made to projects that have clear relevance to the aims of our  research strategy  and provide training in diabetes research within a supportive environment.

• Applications must be from potential supervisors only. Applications from potential students will not be accepted.
• Applications must have one lead and one co-supervisor.
• Applications from junior researchers should include a senior supervisor based at a UK institute, with a track record in PhD supervision, on the application.
• Supervisors will have a tenured post or be able to demonstrate that they will have a salary for the lifetime of the grant.
• The research must take place at an established research institution in the UK.

The grant provides funding for 3 years, including student stipend, research, travel and training expenses.

Applications close annually on August 31. The next applications close on August 31, 2024.

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UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health

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Diabetes UK PhD Studentship

A 3-year PhD Studentship funded by Diabetes UK is available within the Kidney Development and Disease Group in the Developmental Biology & Cancer Research and Teaching Department , Great Ormond Street UCL Institute of Child Health. The studentship will commence in October 2020 under the supervision of Dr David Long and Professor Luigi Gnudi (King’s College London).

The aim of the studentship is to examine how lymphatic vessels contribute to diabetic kidney disease and their potential as a therapeutic target. The student will (i) use three-dimensional imaging technologies to study the lymphatics of diabetic kidneys down to the detail of single cells; (ii) isolate cells from diabetic kidneys and perform single cell RNA sequencing to see how gene expression changes in lymphatics on a cell-by-cell basis, and how lymphatics might be interacting with other cells in the diseased kidney and (iii) target kidney lymphatics using gene therapy; delivering VEGF-C, a lymphatic growth factor, to the diabetic kidney. The project will utilise multiple techniques ranging from animal husbandry, three-dimensional imaging technologies, flow cytometry, single cell RNA-sequencing and gene therapy strategies. The PhD student will also obtain generic skills by attending relevant courses run by UCL.

Applicants should have, or expect to receive an upper second-class Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree (or equivalent work experience) in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. The student will receive a starting stipend of £19,000 per annum (including London weighting) as well as the cost of tuition fees for UK/EU students (applicants from non-EU countries can apply but will have to personally fund the difference between the home/EU rate and the overseas rate).

To apply, please send a current CV including the contact details of two professional referees as well as a cover letter to [email protected] . Enquiries regarding the post can be made to Dr David Long ( [email protected] ).

Deadl ine for receipt of applications: 5pm on 19 th June 2020

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To enable experienced researchers to recruit outstanding science graduates to study for a PhD in the field of diabetes-related research. Applications are encouraged from those aspiring to join the next generation of talented researchers interested in continuing a career in diabetes research.

Awards are made to projects that have clear relevance to the aims of our research strategy and provide training in diabetes research within a supportive environment.

Eligibility

• Applications must be from potential supervisors only. Applications from potential students will not be accepted.
• Applications must have one lead and one co-supervisor.
• Applications from junior researchers should include a senior supervisor, with a track record in PhD supervision, on the application.
• Supervisors will have a tenured post or be able to demonstrate that they will have a salary for the lifetime of the grant.
• The research must take place at an established research institution in the UK

Grant duration and financial support

Awards are provided for three-year studentships. Tuition fees for UK students is provided, as well as a research allowance to cover all materials, consumables, equipment and animal costs. This allowance should not exceed £10,000 per year. Costs associated with travel and conference registration may be requested in addition to this allowance. These must be reasonable and fully justified and will be agreed by the Review Panel.

How to apply Applications open in March each year and have an annual deadline of 31 August. Decisions are usually made by January the next year. Applicants will be notified as to the success of their application by email.

To apply, please:

• read the general guidelines for grant applicants and tips for writing a grant application.
• log on to the Diabetes UK online grants management system
• complete all sections of the online application form.

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To allow outstanding medically qualified professionals, and other clinically qualified professionals to establish themselves as independent researchers, with a view to a long-term career as a clinical research leader in the field of diabetes. This includes nurses, pharmacists, doctors, GPs and members of the Allied Health Professions, who have gained a PhD or equivalent (e.g. MD (Res)).

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To fund a Doctoral Fellowship which supports individuals to undertake a PhD in an area of diabetes related research.

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To enable experienced researchers to recruit outstanding science graduates to study for a PhD in the field of diabetes-related research.

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We require applicants to hold, or be about to obtain, an Upper Second class Honours degree, or the equivalent qualification gained outside the UK, in a related subject area for entry to a PhD programme. A Lower Second class Honours degree may be considered if applicants also hold a Master's degree with a Merit classification.

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• Choose a programme or find a project you want to apply for and check you’re eligible.
• Speak to the listed supervisor about your suitability for their project or programme.
• Understand how your project is funded and, if it is self-funded, consider how you plan on funding it.
• Read our ‘How to apply’ page to find out more and ensure you include all required supporting documents at the time of submission.

Visit our Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health Postgraduate Research page to find out more.

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• Undertake research in a field you’re passionate about and join a project addressing leading challenges in the area while working with some of Europe's leading researchers and academics.
• Choose to research at a university ranked and 6th in the UK (QS World University Rankings, 2025) and 2nd in the world for social and environmental impact (THE Impact Rankings, 2024), where 93% of research activity is ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (Research Impact Framework, 2021)
• Access some of the best research facilities in the world at the University, through our industry partners, and at hospitals around Greater Manchester.
• Benefit from dedicated support throughout your PhD journey, from pre-application to graduation and everything in between, through our Doctoral Academy
• Undergo training in transferable skills critical to developing early-stage researchers and professionals through the Doctoral Academy's training programme and progress into a career in research, academia or industry.

Visit our Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health Postgraduate Research page to find out about upcoming open days and events.

Fees for entry in 2025 have not yet been set. For reference, the fees for the academic year beginning September 2024 were as follows:

• PhD (full-time) UK students (per annum): Standard £4,786, Low £11,000, Medium £17,500, High £23,000 International, including EU, students (per annum): Standard £27,000, Low £28,500, Medium £34,500, High £40,500
• PhD (part-time) UK students (per annum): Standard £2393, Low £5,500, Medium £8,750, High £11,500 International, including EU, students (per annum): Standard £13,500, Low £14,250, Medium £17,250, High £20,250

Further information for EU students can be found on our dedicated EU page.

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