Quadram Institute Bioscience
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PhD in Endothelial Barrier Stability, NRP2, and Vascular Inflammation Quadram Institute Bioscience in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Cell Biology
Funding
Fully funded 4-year Norwich Research Park Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership PhD studentship. Covers tuition fees paid directly to the university, a stipend for living expenses (£21,805 for 2026/27), and a Research Training Support Grant of £5,000 per year. Includes a three-month professional internship placement (PIPS).
Deadline
Feb 4, 2027
Country
United Kingdom
University
Quadram Institute Bioscience
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PhD opportunity at Quadram Institute Bioscience through the Norwich Research Park Biosciences Doctoral Training Programme (NRPDTP) in the United Kingdom.
The project asks: How does NRP2 keep blood vessels sealed and calm under stress? It focuses on endothelial cells, vascular biology, inflammation, cell biology, and molecular mechanisms that maintain the blood vessel barrier. The student will investigate neuropilin-2 (NRP2), VE-cadherin, endothelial barrier stability, inflammatory activation, flow responses, lipid/nutrient stress, and monocyte adhesion in human and mouse endothelial cells. The project also includes work with an endothelial-specific mouse model to test vascular adaptation to dietary stress in vivo.
Training includes receptor trafficking, live-cell and confocal imaging, flow assays, inflammatory signalling, mouse genetics, vascular physiology, statistics, and data interpretation. The programme is described as a mechanistic PhD with strong preliminary data and room for the student to shape the direction of the work.
This is a fully funded 4-year studentship for October 2027 entry. Funding includes tuition fees, a living stipend (£21,805 for 2026/27), and a Research Training Support Grant of £5,000 per year. Students also complete a three-month professional internship placement (PIPS).
Eligibility includes at least a UK-equivalent Bachelor’s (Honours) 2:1 and IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each category. Applicants should be interested in cell biology, vascular biology, inflammation, and tissue health.
Applications are shortlisted for interview on 2–4 February 2027. The post directs applicants to the NRPDTP website for full eligibility and application guidance, including required Personal and Research statement templates.
Funding details
Fully funded 4-year Norwich Research Park Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership PhD studentship. Covers tuition fees paid directly to the university, a stipend for living expenses (£21,805 for 2026/27), and a Research Training Support Grant of £5,000 per year. Includes a three-month professional internship placement (PIPS).
What's required
At least UK equivalent of a Bachelors (Honours) 2:1. English language requirement stated as IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each category. The project is full-time and suited to applicants interested in cell biology, vascular biology, inflammation, and mechanisms that preserve tissue health.
How to apply
Visit the NRPDTP website for eligibility details and application instructions, and use the bespoke Personal and Research statement templates required for the application. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed on 2–4 February 2027.
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