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Shayan Seyedin

10 months ago

Fully-funded PhD Studentship in Biosensors, Blood Cancer Biomarkers, and Novel Materials at Newcastle University Newcastle University in United Kingdom

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PhD

Field of study

Biomedical Engineering

Funding

This is a fully-funded PhD studentship/scholarship. Funding covers tuition fees and provides a stipend for living expenses. No specific stipend amount is mentioned.

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Expired

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United Kingdom

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Newcastle University

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Keywords

Biomedical Engineering
Materials Science
Medical Science
Graphene
2d Material
Biosensors
Engineering
Biomarkers
Mxene
Blood Cancer

About this position

Newcastle University is offering a fully-funded PhD studentship in the field of biosensors for monitoring key biomarkers relevant to blood cancers. The research will focus on the development and application of novel materials such as MXene, graphene, and other 2D materials, aiming to advance cancer diagnostics and monitoring technologies. The position is based within the Engineering department and is associated with the Newcastle University Cancer research group.

The project is supervised by Senior Lecturer Shayan Seyedin, an expert in advanced materials and biosensor technologies. Candidates with backgrounds in engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, or related disciplines are encouraged to apply. Experience with biosensors, nanomaterials, or cancer research will be considered an asset.

This opportunity provides full funding, including tuition fees and a stipend for living expenses, making it an attractive option for students seeking to pursue cutting-edge research in biomedical engineering and materials science. The application deadline is February 18, 2026. Interested applicants should review the details via the provided link and prepare their application materials accordingly.

For further information or queries, candidates may contact the supervisor via social media. This studentship is ideal for those passionate about interdisciplinary research at the intersection of engineering, materials science, and medical science, with a focus on improving cancer diagnostics.

Funding details

This is a fully-funded PhD studentship/scholarship. Funding covers tuition fees and provides a stipend for living expenses. No specific stipend amount is mentioned.

What's required

Applicants should have a strong academic background in engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, or a related field. Experience with biosensors, nanomaterials, or cancer research is desirable. A relevant undergraduate or master's degree is required. No specific GPA, language, or other requirements are mentioned.

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