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Students Worldwide April 2013 Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine & Dentistry PhD Research Project Peninsula Medical and Dental Schools- Postgraduate Funded PhD Project

As part of our new developments i.e expanding the Institute of Translational and Stratified Medicine and our commitment to research excellence the Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine & Dentistry have 8 full-time studentships available and are seeking to attract PhD candidates of outstanding ability to join their exciting and rapidly expanding programme of internationally-rated research.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified graduates, 2:1 or above in related subjects. Preference is given to candidates with MSc degree in biomedical engineering. International students must also have IELTS score of 7.0 or above (or equivalent qualification).

This is a joint project with School of Marine Science and Engineering and School of Biomedical and Biological Sciences within the Faculty of Science and Technology. The overall aim of this project is to develop a nanotube reinforced ceramic composite that can be used as bone replacement. Research experience in biomaterials and biocompatibility study is desirable. The project involves studies of:
1.the growth of coating on carbon nanotubes in simulating body fluid
2.the stability of coating on nanotubes during mixing and centrifugal deposition of ceramic matrix composites
3.the effect of coatings on the mechanical properties of the composites
4.the effect of coatings on the biocompatibility and biotoxicity of the composites and the integration with natural bone

To Apply for this studentship please download an application form from http://www.findaphd.com/common/clickCount.aspx?theid=44645&type=75&url=http://www.plymouth.ac.uk%2fpghowtoapply"" target=""_blank"" rel=""nofollow"">www.plymouth.ac.uk/pghowtoapply (apply now box) and return it with a statement outlining your reasons for wanting to pursue this course and details of any other achievements or experience that will support your application. Also send copies of your qualifications, transcripts, passport (or other photo ID), two academic references and c.v. to:
Bernice Wilmshurst, Senior Administrator (Research Degrees),
Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine & Dentistry, The John Bull Building, Tamar Science Park , Plymouth PL6 8BU
Telephone 01752 437471 email: http://www.FindAPhD.com/search/EmailEnquiry.aspx?fapjid=44645&LID=1284&EA=pupsmd-researchdegreesadmissions@plymouth.ac.uk"">pupsmd-researchdegreesadmissions@plymouth.ac.uk

For an informal discussion about the project, please contact: Dr Huirong Le (http://www.FindAPhD.com/search/EmailEnquiry.aspx?fapjid=44645&LID=1284&EA=huirong.le@plymouth.ac.uk"">huirong.le@plymouth.ac.uk )

This research project has funding attached. Applications for this project are welcome from suitably qualified candidates worldwide. Funding may only be available to a limited set of nationalities and you should read the full department and project details for further information.

*25 April 2013

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The stipend will be £13,590 (based on full time 12/13 rate). Tuition fees will be paid at the home/EU rate. Candidates from countries outside the European Union will be liable for the difference between 'home student fees' and 'international student fees’. For the 12/13 academic year the difference in fee is £9,450. If you are selected you will be required to provide financial assurances.