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Seeking Industrial Partner for Medical Research in Scotland for PhD Studentship 2023-24

Published on: 24/08/2023

Seeking Industrial Partner for Medical Research in Scotland for PhD Studentship 2023-24
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Collaboration Opportunity: Pioneering Medical Research Venture in Scotland Seeks Industrial Partner. Closing date 12 noon, Thursday 28 September 2023.

2023 PhD STUDENTSHIP CALL IS OPEN

Medical Research Scotland’s 2023 call for doctoral training funding applications to University PhD supervisors across Scotland is open. Click “START YOUR APPLICATION”, above, to access the online Applicaiton Management System (AMS) to submit your application.

The charity hopes to fund up to 25 four-year PhD studentships each year, featuring collaborations between Universities and External Partner Organisations. Studentships will start in October of the year following submission of applications and provide students with inspiring research and training experiences.

Funded students receive a generous four-year stipend, up to £35,000 research expenses, £3,000 travel allowance and university fees (home rate) paid.

Applications should:

  • Focus on a defined research project exploring any aspect of human health or disease from the cause, prevention, diagnosis or treatment of illness to the development of medical or surgical technology.
  • Provide an academically stimulating PhD project as well as work based experience.
  • The student must undertake the PhD training programme offered by the University or Research institution, alongside training experiences delivered by an External Partner Organisation.

Applicants can access and monitor their applications by logging in to the Application Management System.

The applications team is available at applications@medicalresearchscotland.org to answer any questions you may have.

Full guidance notes and additional information can be found here.

COVID-19 EXTENSIONS FOR CURRENT PhD STUDENTS

We are aware that the Covid-19 pandemic caused restrictions to research. We wish to give reassurance that, in the event of Covid-19 demonstrably effecting PhD completion, we will be open to discussion as to how best to manage the situation, including no-cost extensions to research expenses and the possibility of stipend and fees extensions. Our policy on extensions can be found here. We advise all our researchers to follow the advice given by their Universities and the Government.

Discover more about the opportunity:

Envision a world where monitoring your blood pressure is no longer synonymous with uncomfortable cuff squeezing on your arm. Our trailblazing research is dedicated to a transformative advancement in cuffless blood pressure monitoring—a paradigm shift that embodies both simplicity and convenience. Enter our visionary innovation: an intricately designed ring crafted to grace your finger. Outfitted with state-of-the-art opto-mechanical sensors, this ring delivers precise blood pressure measurements sans the encumbrance of cuffs or tubes. Picture it as a compact health sentinel, nestled right at your fingertips. Our crusade centers on securing the accuracy and reliability of this pioneering technique. To realize this vision, we’ve devised an unparalleled strategy that harmonizes an array of finger-derived data. This orchestration of optical, mechanical, and ballistic methodologies, synergized with the prowess of AI, mirrors the assembly of puzzle pieces to unveil a comprehensive portrait. Our aspiration is nothing short of aligning our innovation’s performance with the gold standard upheld by medical professionals. Rigorous testing against this benchmark is imminent, heralding the potential dawn of a new era in blood pressure assessment. Given the widespread implications of high blood pressure—a ubiquitous concern catalyzing grave health conditions like heart disease and stroke—our innovation bears the promise of monumental impact. By streamlining blood pressure monitoring, we envision preemptive issue detection and elevated well-being for all. Steering this odyssey of transformation is Dr. Ghalib Janjua, a distinguished luminary with a distinguished track record in kindred ventures. Infused with an unbridled passion to transmute expertise into tangible technological marvels, he spearheads our journey. For industrial counterparts sharing a akin vision, a profound opportunity beckons—a partnership that resonates with the pulse of medical exploration in Scotland. Embark on a joint venture with us, including the prospects of PhD studentships, to chart the horizons of this captivating frontier.

Discover more about Robert Gordon University Aberdeen Scotland:

RGU offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including business, engineering, computing, health sciences, social sciences, art and design, law, and more. The university is known for its industry-focused approach to education, aiming to provide students with the practical skills and knowledge needed to excel in their chosen fields.

The university has a strong emphasis on professional development and employability, forging strong links with industry partners to ensure that its graduates are well-prepared for the job market. RGU’s close collaboration with businesses and organizations also provides opportunities for research and innovation projects, allowing students and faculty to contribute to real-world solutions and make a positive impact.

As a research university, our primary goals revolve around fostering growth and expanding our biomedical research base. To achieve this, we are actively seeking industrial partners to collaborate on groundbreaking biomedical signal processing research. We believe that partnering with industry experts will enhance our research capabilities and lead to impactful outcomes.

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