Université de Toulouse
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PhD in Electromechanical Control of Directional Cell Migration in the Intestinal Epithelium University of Toulouse in France
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Cell Biology
Funding
Successful candidates will receive one of the doctoral fellowships available for the 2027 cohort through the MSCA COFUND BEST doctoral programme. The post indicates a funded doctoral fellowship within an international programme.
Deadline
Nov 23, 2026
Country
France
University
Université de Toulouse

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International PhD opportunity at the University of Toulouse in the MSCA COFUND BEST doctoral programme.
The project is titled “Electromechanical control of directional cell migration in the intestinal epithelium” and is jointly supervised by Denis Krndija at CBI Toulouse and Thuan Beng Saw at Westlake University (China).
Research focus: cell biology, mechanobiology, bioelectric signals, tissue mechanics, directional cell migration, and intestinal epithelium. The project will combine organoids, gut explants, mouse models, live imaging, and quantitative biophysics.
The post is part of a recently funded HFSP collaboration, offering a strongly international and interdisciplinary environment. Successful applicants will join the 2027 cohort and receive one of the doctoral fellowships available through the BEST selection process.
Eligibility highlights: the call is open to international candidates of all nationalities, subject to the MSCA mobility rule.
Deadline: 23 November 2026.
Apply via the project page and follow the BEST doctoral programme application instructions.
Funding details
Successful candidates will receive one of the doctoral fellowships available for the 2027 cohort through the MSCA COFUND BEST doctoral programme. The post indicates a funded doctoral fellowship within an international programme.
What's required
International PhD candidates are welcome, subject to the MSCA mobility rule. The project is open through the BEST doctoral programme and is intended for candidates from around the world. No additional degree, language, GPA, or test requirements are stated in the post.
How to apply
Read the full project description and application details at the provided link. Apply through the MSCA COFUND BEST doctoral programme selection process before the deadline. Ensure you meet the MSCA mobility rule and international eligibility conditions.
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