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Fully Funded PhD Studentship · 2027-01-05

Mitochondrial Metabolism and Novel Therapeutic Strategies for MASLD

University of Cambridge

A Cambridge and Novo Nordisk funded PhD examining mitochondrial metabolism in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease and testing targeted therapies.

United KingdomSep 25, 2026Last source check Aug 7, 2026
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5 years or until thesis submission, whichever is earlier
Academic and industry research experience with Novo Nordisk, conference and publication opportunities.
University Composition Fee at the Home rate.
£21,850 tax-free per year, reviewed annually.
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  • Relevant quantitative, biomedical or laboratory research experience is beneficial. Exact essential experience varies by project.
  • In vivo metabolic phenotyping, tissue metabolism, high-resolution respirometry, mitochondrial bioenergetics and data analysis.
  • Funding covers Home or UK tuition fees. Applicants must meet Cambridge admission requirements for the PhD in Physiology, Development and Neuroscience.
  • Applicants must meet the entry requirements for the Cambridge PhD in Physiology, Development and Neuroscience.
  • Applicants must meet University of Cambridge English-language requirements where applicable.
  • See programme-specific entry requirements. Where stated, first-class or upper second-class degree or equivalent.
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  2. Open the named Cambridge course application page
  3. Create a postgraduate applicant account
  4. Quote the vacancy reference and identify the project
  5. Upload all course and studentship documents
  6. Ensure referees submit by the applicable deadline

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