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Join us for your MPhil or PhD in Biology. Our research-active academic staff will support you. Supervision is available in a number of research areas. Our biology research has a focus on understanding biological and ecological systems. We're using our findings…
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School of Natural and Environmental Sciences · Biological and sport sciences
Join us for your MPhil or PhD in Biology. Our research-active academic staff will support you. Supervision is available in a number of research areas. Our biology research has a focus on understanding biological and ecological systems. We're using our findings to solve global problems. Ecology and conservation Our Ecology and Conservation Research group works to understand patterns observed in nature - species and habitats. This often includes anthropogenic effects. We collaborate with a variety of organisations concerned with species and habitat conservation, including statutory responsibility. We work with research partners and conservation practitioners from the UK and across the globe. Our research covers: - genetics - conservation - human-wildlife interactions - ecology Biological, clinical and environmental systems modelling The Modelling, Evidence and Policy group focuses on analysing the structure and dynamics of complex biological and clinical systems. We have a specific interest in investigating spatially and temporally heterogeneous processes in biology. We are driven by practical problem-solving through the use of modelling. Applied and environmental biology We research organisms and processes of commercial and environmental importance. Our experimental approaches include: - genomics - molecular biology - biochemistry - physiology Some examples of the commercial applications we develop include: - natural products discovery - creation of novel antimicrobials and biopesticides - sustainable methods of reducing food spoilage - microbes involved in biofuel production - uses of microbes in bioremediation of polluted environments As a Biology PhD student, you'll play an important role in our active research portfoli.
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A 2:1 honours degree or master's degree in a related subject, or international equivalent. English Language Requirements Direct Entry: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills). If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a Pre-sessional English course.
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