We are excited to announce that the MRC Brain Network Dynamics Unit has up to 7 MRC-funded studentships available from October 2021 to support Ph.D. (D.Phil.) projects as part of the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences.

The MRC-funded D.Phil. projects on offer are:

Project 1. Interfacing with the brain for therapy. Supervisor: Associate Professor Huiling Tan

Project 2 (up to 2 studentships). Investigating neuronal dynamics of memory circuits. Supervisor: Professor David Dupret

Project 3 (up to 2 studentships). Computational model of dopamine function. Supervisor: Professor Rafal Bogacz

Project 4 (up to 2 studentships). Neuronal cell and circuit substrates for purposeful movements. Supervisor: Professor Peter Magill

The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday UK time on Friday 8th January 2021.

See our Studentships page for more details on projects and how to apply.

We welcome applications from both Home Students and International Students. Candidates can apply for more than one D.Phil. project. Candidates are strongly encouraged to contact project supervisors in advance of applying.