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Studentship in Biomedical Sciences - University of Birmingham
PhD studentship Division of Medical Sciences
*Insulin sensitivity in muscle and adipose: Glucocorticoids,
pre-receptor hormone metabolism and tissue specific cross-talk.*
Supervisors: Dr Jeremy Tomlinson, Dr Iwona Bujalska and Dr Dave Smith
(AstraZeneca)
The epidemic of obesity and type 2 diabetes has focussed attention on
the need to understand the mechanisms that underpin their pathogenesis.
Patients with glucocorticoid (GC) excess develop profound central obesity,
insulin resistance and in some cases type 2 diabetes. However, in most patients
circulating GC levels are normal. We have focussed on the tissue
specific generation of cortisol by the enzyme 11-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase
type 1 which is rapidly emerging as a therapeutic target. In ad***ion, we have
recently identified a differential impact of GC upon insulin signaling
in human adipose tissue and muscle.
The project will use a wide variety of ex vivo and in vitro techniques
in human adipose tissue biopsies and human and rodent cell lines to
characterise patterns of gene and protein expression as well as
activation of intracellular signalling cascades. The tissue specific impact of GCs
upon insulin action will be explored and manipulated in a variety of
systems. In ad***ion, using novel cell culture techniques, we will explore the
interaction between human adipose tissue and muscle. As part of the
studentship, some time will also be spent in the research laboratories
of AstraZeneca in Alderley Park.
In summary this is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate
to form part of an already established team investigating the mechanisms
of insulin resistance with a view to the development of therapeutic
strategies.
*TO APPLY FOR THE STUDENTSHIP*
Please send a full CV (including a statement of research experience and
names of two referees) to Karen Flaye, Division of Medical Sciences,
The Medical School, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 2TT or email:
k.flaye@bham.ac.uk
*Closing date for applications is Wednesday 21st June 2006.*
Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Jeremy Tomlinson via email
J.W.Tomlinson@bham.ac.uk
References
1. Tomlinson,JW, Walker,EA, Bujalska,IJ et al. 11beta-hydroxysteroid
dehydrogenase type 1: a tissue-specific regulator of glucocorticoid
response. Endocr.Rev. 25:831-866, 2004
2. Hermanowski-Vosatka,A, Balkovec,JM, Cheng,K et al. 11beta-HSD1
inhibition ameliorates metabolic syndrome and prevents progression of
atherosclerosis in mice. J.Exp.Med. 202:517-527, 2005
3. Alberts,P, Engblom,L, Edling,N et al. Selective inhibition of
11beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 decreases blood glucose
concentrations in hyperglycaemic mice. Diabetologia 45:1528-1532, 2002
4. Alberts,P, Nilsson,C, Selen,G, et al. Selective inhibition of
11{beta}-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 improves hepatic insulin
sensitivity in hyperglycemic mice strains. Endocrinology 144:4755-4762,
2003
5. Bujalska,IJ, Kumar,S, Stewart,PM: Does central obesity reflect
"Cushing''s disease of the omentum"? Lancet 349:1210-1213, 1997
Funding provided by: AstraZeneca case award studentship through BBSRC.

Studentship in Material Sciences - Imperial College London
PhD Studentships Department of Materials
*Starting from October 2006*
Applications are invited for studentships for 3-year research
programmes
leading to the degree of PhD. The majority of studentships available
are for
candidates who meet the EPSRC residency criteria but other sources of
funding might be available for very well qualified students.
The Department has a leading world-wide reputation for its research.
Our
main research activities are in the following areas and prospective
candidates are welcome to contact members of the academic staff working
in
their fields of interest:
- biomaterials and related biotechnology
- ceramics, composites and glasses
- device materials
- materials characterisation, particularly electron microscopy
- materials for energy-related applications, e.g. fuel cells
- materials modelling
- metallurgy and associated processing
- nanomaterials and nanotechnology
Further information on our research programmes and PhD topics available
is
at:
http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/materials/research/phdresearchopportunities
The Department possesses world-class facilities in the areas of
transmission
and scanning electron microscopy, mechanical testing, X-ray diffraction
and
surface characterisation. Close collaborative links exist with industry
and
other university departments in the UK and abroad.
The minimum academic requirement for admission is an upper second class
UK
honours degree, or a lower second with a Masters (or overseas
equivalents)
in a relevant subject.
In the first instance, applicants should send a CV to Professor Roger
Reed (roger.reed@imperial.ac.uk)
enclosing a statement of research interests.
*Closing Date: 28 August 2006*

Studentship in Applied Geography - University of Plymouth
PhD Scholarship The impact of future sea-level rise on the
London-Penzance railway line School of Geography, Faculty of Social Science & Business
This Great Western Research studentship is jointly funded by the Devon
and Cornwall County councils and Network Rail. The aim of this
multi-disciplinary project is to determine the impacts of sea-level
rise on the Westcountry economy resulting from increased closure of the
Exeter-Plymouth section of the London-Penzance railway line. The
successful candidate will (1) collect new Holocene sea-level data to establish the
isostatic subsidence rate of SW Britain; (2) establish scenarios of
rail closure for the Dawlish/Teignmouth railway section for the 21st century
in the light of future sea-level rise predictions; (3) construct models of
the socio-economic impacts on the Westcountry economy and provide
guidelines for sustainable pro-active rail and governmental policy.
The School is delighted to offer this PhD Scholarship to a suitably
qualified candidate for the academic year commencing October 2006.
Applicants must have at least a 2:1 degree in Geography or a related
subject (or equivalent qualification). An MA/MSc degree or research/work
experience in a relevant area is preferred.
The PhD Scholarship will include fees at the ''home/EU'' student rate and
will cover maintenance (e.g. Ê12,500 in 2005/06), for 3 years.
The deadline for receipt of applications is *30 May 2006* with
interviews likely to be held by the middle of June.
Ad***ional project information can be found on
http://www.geog.plymouth.ac.uk/research/resopps.htm. For informal
enquiries contact Dr Roland Gehrels
(wrgehrels@plymouth.ac.uk<wrgehrels@plymouth.ac.uk?subject=PhDScholarship%20on%20jobs.ac.uk&gt.
For more information on Great Western Research studentships please
refer to http://www.greatwesternresearch.ac.uk Application forms can be
downloaded from http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/pages/view.asp?page=5731

MPhil/PhD Training Programme in Rehabilitation, Public Health

MPhil/PhD Training Programme Rehabilitation Medicine, Public Health and
Complementary Medicine
School of Health and Bioscience
*Starting July 2006 in the School of Health and Bioscience, University
of
East London.
*The School of Health and Bioscience is one of the largest Schools of
the
University of East London and is strategically planning to
significantly
increase research capacity through its training programme for
postgraduates.
Therefore the School is pleased to invite applications for up to 10
bursary-supported fulltime research projects as part of this programme.
These will be awarded to science graduates for research training
leading to
an MPhil / PhD. The programme will run for two years from July 2006 and
successful students may then register for a PhD degree, providing
successful
academic attainment and appraisal.
The School will provide up to Ê15,000 in the first year to pay for full
tuition and bench fees (up to Ê10,000) and for a bursary (Ê5,000) for
those
enrolling by 31st July 2006. Fees will also be provided for by the
School in
the second year (up to Ê10,000). Students will be eligible to enrol on
the
Graduate School postgraduate research training programme and PGCTLHE
course
during their studies in ad***ion to receiving specialist training in
the
research area chosen. Some paid demonstrator and teaching work may be
available in the School. In ad***ion, they will be supported to present
their work at UK/overseas research conferences.
Research in the School of Health and Bioscience focuses on issues of
major
public health or social importance especially with respect to the
London
2012 Olympic Games and the priorities of NHS Trusts in the East London
and
Thames Gateway regions. The School is multidisciplinary and staff have
international research expertise in 3 areas:
*Rehabilitation and Exercise Medicine* led by Professor Duncan Turner (
d.l.turner@uel.ac.uk). The team specialize in Physiotherapy, Podiatry,
Robotic Neuro-rehabilitation, Exercise Neurophysiology and
Biomechanics.
Research is undertaken in new purpose-built clinical research
facilities
accre***ed by allied health professional governing bodies and BASES as
part
of the Rehabilitation and Bioengineering Research Centre.
*Public Health* led by Professor Adrian Renton (a.renton@uel.ac.uk).
The team specialize in Social Medicine, International Health Development,
Health Promotion, Public and Family Health. Research is undertaken within the
Research Institute for Health and Human Potential, an exciting new
multidisciplinary group with active collaborations across East London,
UK and overseas.
*Complementary Medicine* led by Professor David Humber
(d.p.humber@uel.ac.uk).
The team specialize in Biomedical Sciences, Genomics/Proteomics and
Herbal Medicine. Research utilizes state of the art genomic and proteomic
techniques (e.g. MALDI TOF analysis) and projects are in partnership
with several medical schools.
We run successful MPhil, PhD and Professional Doctorate research
training programmes for full time and part time students. We welcome UK, EU,
overseas and transferring students to become part of a vibrant postgraduate and
postdoctoral community in the School.
Applicants must hold or expect to obtain the equivalent of a 1st or
2.1university degree, and a relevant MSc, or have a combination of
relevant qualifications and experience which demonstrate equivalent ability and
attainment.
Both UK/EU and overseas students will be eligible for these competitive
awards.
Please select one or two research projects within the research areas,
stating first and second choice if applicable. Please submit a covering
letter with a short summary of your research interests (no more than
one A4 page) and state why you want to do postgraduate research training in
your chosen area in the School. Further information can be found at
http://www/uel.ac.uk/hab/PGapplinfo2006.
Applications must be in writing using the specific application form
available (http://www/uel.ac.uk/hab/PGapplform2006) and a generic
information base for the Graduate School (
http://matrix.uel.ac.uk/courses/how_to_apply/online_form.htm).
These should be accompanied by a covering letter as above, and a short
CV including your current postal and e-mail addresses and contact
telephone number, plus the names and contact details of two academic referees.
You must contact your referees and ask them to send a reference as soon as
possible to the contact address given below. A standard reference form
is available and can be downloaded from:
http://www.uel.ac.uk/hab/PGapplrefs2006.
Please send applications in the first instance to: Ms. Sati Thandi,
School Research Administrator, School of Health and Bioscience, University of
East London, Stratford, London E15 4LZ. *An e-mail attachment is preferable
to
s.thandi@uel.ac.uk.
*Closing date for applications is Tuesday 31 May 2006.*
**

PhD Scholarships in organisation theory, business strategy and international management
5 PhD Scholarships Organization theory, business strategy and
international
management
Schools of Economics and Communication sciences
University of Lugano <http://www.jobs.ac.uk/clients/3550>
Applications are invited for a number of PhD scholarships in the
Schools of Economics and Communication sciences at the University of Lugano. for
students who want to pursue an academic career in the broadly defined
areas of international management, business strategy, organizational behavior
and finance.
Interested applicants may obtain information on individual positions
and application procedures by downloading the calls available at the
address:
http://www.unisi.ch/concorsi.htm. Appointments will begin Fall semester
of the academic year 2006-07.
Contact person:
Prof. Eric Larsen
University of Lugano
Via G. Buffi 13
6900 Lugano, Switzerland
e-mail: erik.larsen@lu.unisi.ch
telephone: +41 58 666 4639**

Postgraduate Studentship in Mathematics - University of Oxford
Postgraduate Studentship Algebraic Geometry
Mathematics
MATHEMATICAL INSTITUTE AND LINCOLN COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD
STUDENTSHIP: EPSRC STANDARD STUDENTSHIP + College and University fees.
Applications are invited for a postgraduate DPhil studentship in
algebraic
geometry, funded by the EPSRC, to work on "Generalized Donaldson-Thomas
invariants" with Professor Dominic Joyce at the Mathematical Institute,
Oxford, together with an EPSRC-funded Postdoctoral Research Assistant,
Dr Yinan Song, at Oxford, and Professor Richard Thomas at Imperial College
London. The studentship is available for a 1 October 2006 start.
The general subject area is the algebraic geometry of complex
3-manifolds. *Calabi-Yau 3-folds *are compact complex 3-manifolds with a rich geometric
structure, that are important in Algebraic Geometry, Differential Geometry, and
String Theory in Theoretical Physics. A *coherent sheaf *is a geometric
object on a complex manifold, generalizing the idea of holomorphic vector bundle.
The *Donaldson-Thomas invariants* of a Calabi-Yau 3-fold *M* are numbers
that "count" the number of (semistable) coherent sheaves with prescribed
topological invariants on *M*. They are unchanged by deformations of
*M*, and are of interest in String Theory and Mirror Symmetry.
Donaldson-Thomas invariants are at present only partially defined: the
"counting" process only works when there are no *strictly* *semistable
*coherent sheaves with given invariants. Also, they depend on a choice of
*stability con***ion* on *M*, but the form of this dependence is not known. The
goal of the whole project, of which the studentship is part, is to extend the
definition of Donaldson-Thomas invariants to include counting strictly
semistables, to find the transformation laws of the extended invariants
under change of stability con***ion, and to calculate the invariants in
examples. The graduate studentship is likely to focus on studying
examples of moduli spaces of coherent sheaves on Calabi-Yau 3-folds.
Further particulars may be obtained from Margaret Sloper at The
Mathematical Institute, 24-29 St Giles, Oxford, OX1 3LB, email
graduate.studies@maths.ox.ac.uk. Applications should include a CV,
covering letter, the name and address of three referees and the University''s
application form for graduate study which can be downloaded from
http://www.admin.ox.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply/forms/appform.pdf (note
that this requires the attachment of a transcript of your undergraduate
degree) and must arrive by lunchtime on *12 June 2006*. Applicants must arrange
for their referees to send references direct to the Margaret Sloper (fax or
e-mail is sufficient) by the closing date.
The studentship is attached to Lincoln College. The studentship covers
full fees for UK/EU students, but not the difference between home and
overseas fees for non-EU students (the difference is currently Ê7,192 p.a.) and
a maintenance stipend of Ê12,300 p.a
**

PhD Studentship in IT/eBusiness - University of Bolton
PhD Research Studentship IT / e-Business for Supply Chain Management
Collaborative research project between APPH Group and University of
Bolton
Reference Number : *BIG06-01*
Fixed term scholarship : 3 years
Scholarship : Fees fully paid and a tax free bursary (Ê12,000 p.a.)
Closing date : *19th May 2006*
A research student is sought to work on an IT/e-Business project for
supply chain optimisation at APPH. The project is a collaborative research
effort between the Business Informatics Group in the Business school at the
University of Bolton and APPH Group. APPH is a leading tier one
supplier in the global aerospace industry with an annual sales turnover of Ê58
Million. The company offers various products and services such as Landing Gears,
Hydraulics, Filtration, Machining, Testing and Certification for the
global aviation sector.
The project entails 4 days per week work placement at APPH which
involves analysing and improving the procurement and overall supply chain
function by exploiting latest Information and communication Technologies. The
research student also needs to attend 1 day per week at the University for
updating subject specific knowledge and research skills. The successful
candidate will be expected to register and complete a PhD within the fixed term
scholarship.
*Job specifications: Qualifications and experience*
1. The applicant must hold a Bachelor''s/ Master''s degree in project
related subject areas such as Supply Chain management, e-Business,
Information Technology, or Operations Management.
2. A minimum of two years industrial experience in Supply Chain
management or a similar functional area.
3. The Applicant must have sound communication skills and be able to
interact effectively with various stakeholders in the project
including the
APPH core suppliers, customers and business partners.
4. The Applicant must be a self-motivated and task driven
individual.
These qualities are essential as the proposed project involves
accomplishment of operational tasks at APPH and PhD research
activities.
5. Functional experience in inventory management, scheduling, or
procurement is highly desirable.
6. Experience in IT systems such as ERP, scheduling, and inventory
management systems is highly desirable.
To apply, please send your full CV or resume with the title and
reference of the position by e-mail to:
research.big@bolton.ac.uk<research.big@bolton.ac.uk?subject=Ref:BIG06-01on%20jobs.ac.uk>

Postgraduate Studentship in Diabetes Research
Postgraduate Studentship Investigation of factors associated with
diabetes in people with severe mental illness
Institute of Health & Social Care Research Peninsula Postgraduate Health Institute
Applications are invited from suitably qualified graduates for a
full-time PhD studentship. The studentship will cover a stipend of Ê15732 pa and
tuition fees at the home rate for a 3-year period. Candidates from
countries outside the European Union will be liable for the difference between
''home student fees'' and ''foreign student fees''.
Peninsula Postgraduate Health Institute (PPHI) hosts a world-class
group of researchers on diabetes (see website). It is well known that people
with schizophrenia and other forms of severe mental illness (SMI) are at
high risk of developing diabetes, but current data are confounded by the
absence of robust diagnosis, both of the psychiatric con***ion and the subtype
of diabetes present. Effects of the emerging genetic factors for diabetes
are largely unknown in this client group.
This study will employ both quantitative and qualitative methodologies
and will involve:
a) using a research diagnostic instrument to identify and diagnose a
sample of mental health service users with various forms of SMI;
b) developing a practical and user-friendly method of obtaining a
fasting blood sample from this population, thus generating a service model for
annual physical health checks;
c) collecting data on the subtypes of diabetes present;
d) exploring the attitudes of clients and carers towards diet, weight
control, physical health and other risk factors;
e) seeking consent to retain blood samples for future genetic analysis.
Students should hold, or expect to obtain, a minimum of an upper-second
class degree in a relevant health related subject. Relevant disciplines
include psychology, psychiatry and epidemiology.
The student will be based in the Mental Health Research Group.
Supervision will be provided jointly by Dr Peter Aitken, (Mental Health), and
Professor David Melzer, (Epidemiology & Public Health), and the work will be
supported by the PMS Molecular Medicine Research Group.
For an informal discussion, please contact Dr Peter Aitken on 01392
403462 or email Peter.Aitken@DevonPtnrs.nhs.uk or Professor David Melzer on
email david.melzer@pms.ac.uk although applications must be made in accordance
with the details shown below.
For an application pack, please contact:
The PostgraduateOffice
Peninsula Medical School
JohnBullBuilding
TamarSciencePark
Plymouth
PL6 8BU
*CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON, WEDNESDAY 31 MAY 2006*
**

Research studentships in business studies - University of Strath
Research Studentships 2006/07 Department in the Business School
Applications are invited for full-time research studentships
comprising tuitions fees and Ê12,300 for maintenance. Candidates should hold a
good Honours degree from a UK university or equivalent and have applied for
admission to a Department in the Business School.
Studentships will be awarded by the Business School on the basis of
academic merit and the Department''s overall research strategy. The value of
individual studentships will be influenced by any other grants or
awards held from other sources.
Strathclyde Business School is accre***ed by the three leading
international organizations which review and monitor the quality of business schools,
placing it in the top 1% of business schools worldwide. Research is
rated internationally or nationally excellent.
*The closing date for applications is 3rd July 2006.*
Forms are available from the Faculty Office, Room 2.66, McCance
Building, 0141-548-2747, e.leiper@mis.strath.ac.uk, and should be submitted
through the Head of the Department to which the candidate has applied.
http://www.strath.ac.uk/business

PhD Sholarship in Software Engineering
PhD Sholarship
Software Engineering
Software Engineering Group
Applications are invited for a targeted PhD scholarship with the
Software Engineering Group.
The topic is "First-Class Relationships for Object-Oriented Programming
Languages" (description below), to be supervised by Dr David J. Pearce
and Professor James Noble.
The Scholarship is valued at NZ$20,000 per annum, plus a contribution
to tuition fees. International students will only pay domestic fees.
The deadline for applications is 17 July 2006. More information can be
found at: http://www.vuw.ac.nz/scholarships. Enquiries about the proposed
topic should be directed to Dr David J Pearce on david.pearce@mcs.vuw.ac.nz
or +64 4 463 5833
Project Description:
Object-Oriented programming languages, such as Java, use objects as the
fundamental building blocks for representing the world. While this
approach enables rich representation of the properties and behaviour of objects,
it provides surprisingly limited support for representing relationships in
ad-hoc ways, which results in needless errors, code tangling and inefficiency.
The objective of the project is to develop new programming language
constructs *****pport rich relationships between objects in object-oriented
programs. The project will build upon our recent ideas from aspect-oriented
programming, design patterns and querying in object-oriented languages.