PhD Studentship: Lineage tracing of blood stem cell development

Brunel University London

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PhD Studentship: Lineage tracing of blood stem cell growth

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Brunel College London

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Faculty of Well being, Medication and Life SciencesFunding for the Government Dean’s PhD Studentship: Lineage tracing of blood stem cell growth in embryo-like gastruloidsFaculty / DirectorateFaculty of Well being, Medication & Life SciencesDivisionDivision of Life SciencesPosted Date22/03/2024Closing Date10/06/2024Ref No4354Faculty of Well being, Medication and Life SciencesFunding for the Government Dean’s PhD Studentship: Lineage tracing of blood stem cell growth in embryo-like gastruloidsThe staff of Cristina Pina ( ), Alessandro Esposito ( ) and Victor Hernandez ( ) at Brunel College London, is providing a fully-funded PhD studentship to develop a stay imaging and lineage tracing system to observe blood formation and emergence of blood (haematopoietic) stem cells in a 3D gastruloid mannequin of embryogenesis. Institution of the lineage tracing system will help implementation of the 3D gastruloid mannequin as a substitute for animal research, and its eventual use as a supply of blood cells for transfusion and transplantation.Primarily based in and funded by the Faculty of Well being, Medication and Life Sciences, this studentship provides a full-time annual London charge stipend estimated at £21,237plus (together with London weighting) and Dwelling/EU tuition charges, for a most of 36 months.The Division of Life Sciences holds a Silver Athena SWAN Award and is dedicated to equality of alternative and advancing girls’s careers.The beginning date might be 1 October 2024.OverviewThe overarching purpose of this undertaking is the optimisation of tradition situations for the scalable technology of haematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) in vitro from pluripotent sources. This paves the trail for on-demand laboratory manufacturing of HSC and blood cells, overcoming the restrictions of voluntary blood donations and tissue compatibility, and addressing an unmet scientific want.The undertaking brings collectively established PIs’ experience in regulation of haematopoiesis and HSCs and in biophotonics and stay imaging options. It’s really interdisciplinary and can present the profitable Candidate with stable publicity to molecular biology, stem cell biology, organoid bioengineering, and superior stay microscopy, increasing their future employability and profession selection.For casual discussions, please contact Cristina Pina ( ) and/or Alessandro Esposito ( ).EligibilityCandidates ought to have an undergraduate diploma (first or higher second class) or equal qualification in a Organic or Bioengineering self-discipline. A Masters qualification in a related space is fascinating however not important. Earlier analysis expertise in cell and/or molecular biology are fascinating standards. Candidates who haven’t been awarded a level by a College within the UK might be anticipated to display English language abilities to IELTS 7.0 (minimal 6.5 in any part). ApplyWhen you want to apply, please e-mail the next to by 10 June 2024.

  • An up-to-date CV.
  • A single-page A4 single-spaced private assertion describing why you’re a appropriate candidate (i.e. outlining your {qualifications} and abilities).
  • One instance of your educational writing (e.g. an essay, a bit from a dissertation).
  • A abstract of your educating expertise or your willingness to help educating actions.
  • Names and call particulars for 2 educational referees.
  • A replica of your highest diploma certificates and transcript.
  • A replica of your English language qualification, the place relevant.

Brief-listed candidates might be required to attend an interview week commencing 1 July 2024.For additional details about methods to apply, please contact the Faculty of Well being, Medication and Life Sciences Postgraduate Programmes Workplace on .

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Solar, 24 Mar 2024 07:23:54 GMT

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