PhD in Biological Science (MRC Toxicology Unit)

University of Cambridge

The MRC Toxicology Unit's mission is to deliver mechanistic toxicology research, with a particular focus on the study of the links between exposure to chemicals, radiation and therapeutic agents, including new classes of biologics, molecular initiating events and adverse outcome pathways. The Unit uses a range of systems-based approaches to address key questions in this area. The Unit continues to develop the translation of its basic research into clinical and public health-relevant outcomes a short video about the Unit's research activities can be found here. The Unit aims to train and mentor the next generation of toxicologists by providing a supportive learning environment designed to meet the scientific and transferable skills required for an internationally competitive career. Our PhD Programme aims to train future scientific leaders, giving them rewarding research projects with access to world-class facilities and expertise a short video about the programme can be found here. Our PhD Programme introduces students to research skills and specialist knowledge within the field of toxicology. Its main aims are: To give students the opportunity to carry out research pertinent to the topic of their PhD under supervision. To give students the opportunity to acquire or develop additional skills and expertise relevant to their research interests. In addition to outstanding research training, students will also receive excellent core skills training and additional toxicology-specific training through the Integrated Toxicology Training Partnership (ITTP). The Unit has a weekly seminar series covering a range of topics pertinent to the basic science underpinning modern toxicology research and an active Postdoctoral and Postgraduate Forum that hosts research talks by students and early career researchers. The Unit has developed strong links with several companies such as AstraZeneca, GlaxoSmithKline, and Unilever, which provides the potential opportunity for research placements. Please note: part-time study may not always be viable and will be considered on a case-by-case basis, so please discuss this option with your proposed Supervisor before applying for this mode of study.

Faculty of Biology