Karl Swann

Fully funded PhD studentship at Cardiff University in mathematical modelling , calcium signalling , IVF , and computational biology . The project is titled “Decoding calcium signalling during fertilization: a data-driven mathematical modelling framework for a non-invasive IVF diagnostic tool” and will combine mathematical modelling, computational methods, and experimental imaging data to study how calcium signals during fertilization relate to subtle movements of the egg. The aim is to test whether non-invasive measurements can predict embryo viability on Day 1 and support improved embryo selection and IVF success rates. The studentship is four years long and is funded by the MRC . It is open to UK and international applicants . Training will include mathematical modelling, scientific programming, statistical inference, image analysis, and quantitative biology, with close collaboration with experimental scientists. Supervisory team: Katerina Kaouri (Cardiff University), Professor Krasimira Tsaneva-Atanasova (University of Exeter), Dr Cameron Hall (University of Bristol), and Professor Karl Swann (Cardiff University). Ideal applicants should have a strong quantitative background in mathematics, applied mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or a closely related discipline. Experience or interest in mathematical modelling, scientific programming, data analysis, or computational biology is especially valuable. Application deadline: 21 October 2026, 5 pm . Use the project/application link for full details and submit through the linked page. Informal enquiries can be sent to [email protected] .