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PhD in Cell Membrane Engineering for Biotechnology Aston University in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Biochemistry
Funding
Partially funded PhD studentship covering Home tuition fees only. Overseas applicants may apply but must provide the difference between Home and Overseas tuition fees; the stated difference for 2026/27 is £17,712. No stipend amount is mentioned.
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United Kingdom
University
Aston University

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PhD opportunity at Aston University in cell membrane engineering for biotechnology, with a focus on biophysics, biochemistry, microbial fermentations, and industrial biotechnology.
The project aims to alter microbial cell membranes to improve tolerance to bioprocessing stresses and increase product yields in industrially relevant microorganisms. The research combines in vitro assays, microbial cell culture, omics technologies, genetic engineering, and iterative strain design-build cycles to identify molecular targets such as lipids and transporters and to characterise engineered strains.
Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom. Duration: 3 years. Start date: October 2026. Funding: Partially funded; Home tuition fees are covered, while overseas applicants must pay the fee difference (£17,712 for 2026/27).
Eligibility highlights: Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, a first or upper second class undergraduate degree in a relevant subject, or a merit or above in a relevant masters degree plus an undergraduate degree. Overseas qualifications may be considered if equivalent. The project is especially suitable for candidates interested in membrane biology, microbial physiology, and industrial applications of fundamental science.
How to apply: Submit an application through Aston University’s PhD application form. Choose Health and Life Sciences for University College and Research Health Sciences for the degree programme, then select your preferred entry date. Contact Dr Alan Goddard for formal project enquiries or the Postgraduate Admissions team for application support.
Funding details
Partially funded PhD studentship covering Home tuition fees only. Overseas applicants may apply but must provide the difference between Home and Overseas tuition fees; the stated difference for 2026/27 is £17,712. No stipend amount is mentioned.
What's required
Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, either a first or upper second class undergraduate degree (Bachelors or UG Masters) in a subject relevant to the proposed research from a UK institution, or a merit or above in a relevant postgraduate masters degree plus an undergraduate degree, both from UK institutions. Overseas qualifications may be considered if equivalent. The project suits applicants interested in biophysics and biochemistry of the cell membrane and/or microbial fermentations and industrial application of fundamental science.
How to apply
Apply through Aston University’s PhD application form. Select Health and Life Sciences for University College and Research Health Sciences for the degree programme, then choose your preferred entry date. For application-process questions, contact the Postgraduate Admissions team.
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