As part of the School's commitment to research excellence (RAE grade 5) applications are invited from graduates or final year students graduating this summer for a full-time PhD studentship.
Polyunsaturated fatty acids play key roles in human health contributing to the structural components of cell membranes or serving as precursors for hormones. Oils rich in omega 3 fatty acids (e.g. fish oil) have now been recognised for their nutritional importance, but lipid oxidation limits their uses in processed food and as nutritional supplements.
The studentship is available to investigate the role of lipid oxidation in biological tissues aimed at understanding the links between disease and oxidation. It is envisaged that the student will liaise with groups within the School of Engineering and the School of Life and Health Sciences.
The studentship covers Aston University fees and a full bursary to cover living expenses.
Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain a minimum of an upper second class honours degree or equivalent in biochemistry, chemistry, pharmacy, biological sciences or a related discipline. Non-native speakers of English are normally required to satisfy minimum English language requirements (see web page below).
Please send your application form with 2 references and a full CV by post to: Dr G Griffiths, School of Engineering and Applied Science, Aston University, Aston Triangle, Birmingham B4 7ET
Or by email to
g.griffiths@aston.ac.ukby
* Friday 3rd March 2006. *
Application forms, reference forms and details of the entry requirements are available at : http://www.seas.aston.ac.uk/admissions/research/
Informal enquires can be made to Dr G Griffiths on 0121 204 3415.
Polyunsaturated fatty acids play key roles in human health contributing to the structural components of cell membranes or serving as precursors for hormones. Oils rich in omega 3 fatty acids (e.g. fish oil) have now been recognised for their nutritional importance, but lipid oxidation limits their uses in processed food and as nutritional supplements.
The studentship is available to investigate the role of lipid oxidation in biological tissues aimed at understanding the links between disease and oxidation. It is envisaged that the student will liaise with groups within the School of Engineering and the School of Life and Health Sciences.
The studentship covers Aston University fees and a full bursary to cover living expenses.
Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain a minimum of an upper second class honours degree or equivalent in biochemistry, chemistry, pharmacy, biological sciences or a related discipline. Non-native speakers of English are normally required to satisfy minimum English language requirements (see web page below).
Please send your application form with 2 references and a full CV by post to: Dr G Griffiths, School of Engineering and Applied Science, Aston University, Aston Triangle, Birmingham B4 7ET
Or by email to
g.griffiths@aston.ac.uk