Coventry University
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Funded PhD in GLP-1R Palmitoylation Mechanisms for Better Antidiabetes Therapies Coventry University in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Funded PhD studentship through the Midlands Integrative Biosciences Training Partnership (MIBTP), a BBSRC-funded Doctoral Training Partnership. Funding includes full tuition fees at the UK rate, a tax-free annual stipend currently £21,805 for 2026-27, a travel/conference budget, a generous consumables budget, and use of a MacBook Pro for the duration of the programme. Coventry University covers the difference between UK and international tuition fee rates.
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United Kingdom
University
Coventry University

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PhD opportunity at Coventry University in the Centre for Discoveries in Life Science, within the Midlands Integrative Biosciences Training Partnership (MIBTP), a BBSRC-funded Doctoral Training Partnership.
The project, supervised by Dr Giuseppe Deganutti, focuses on GLP-1R palmitoylation and its role in improving antidiabetes therapies. GLP-1R is a class B GPCR central to glucose regulation and a major target in type 2 diabetes and obesity treatment. The research asks how palmitoylation is controlled, which enzymes are involved, and how this lipid modification affects receptor localisation, stability, signalling, and interactions with other proteins.
Research methods include molecular dynamics simulations, structural analysis, and wet-lab validation using cell-based assays, click chemistry, signalling assays, and confocal microscopy. The project is designed to build skills in computational biology and molecular pharmacology, with relevance to academic and industry careers in drug discovery.
Funding is strong: full tuition fees at the UK rate, a tax-free annual stipend of £21,805 (2026-27), a travel/conference budget, a consumables budget, and use of a MacBook Pro. Coventry University also covers the difference between UK and international tuition fees.
Eligibility requires at least a 2:1 first degree in a relevant discipline, with strong project and overall marks, plus English proficiency for non-native speakers (IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with 6.5 in each section, or TOEFL iBT 95 overall with 21 in each section).
To apply, first check your eligibility, then complete the ED&I form and the application form. Administrative questions can be sent to [email protected].
Funding details
Funded PhD studentship through the Midlands Integrative Biosciences Training Partnership (MIBTP), a BBSRC-funded Doctoral Training Partnership. Funding includes full tuition fees at the UK rate, a tax-free annual stipend currently £21,805 for 2026-27, a travel/conference budget, a generous consumables budget, and use of a MacBook Pro for the duration of the programme. Coventry University covers the difference between UK and international tuition fee rates.
What's required
Applicants need at least a 2:1 first degree in a relevant discipline/subject area, with a minimum 60% mark in the project element or equivalent and a minimum 60% overall module average. Non-native English speakers must demonstrate proficiency, typically IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each section, or TOEFL iBT 95 overall with at least 21 in each section. Students from a wide diversity of academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Check your eligibility first, then complete the ED&I form as an expression of interest and submit the application form. Review the MIBTP Data Privacy Policy and use the contact email for administrative questions if needed.
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