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PhD Studentship: Nanopore Technology for Rapid and Accurate Measurement of Antibiotic Concentrations
samples. Nanopore technology, which detects molecules via changes in ionic current as they pass through nanometer-scale pores, has revolutionised nucleic acid sequencing and holds untapped potential
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aims to characterise the sequence, structural, and functional properties of UL-CDRs using deep learning and structural bioinformatics, with the goal of identifying novel antimicrobial peptide candidates
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Student Development The successful applicant will gain expertise in: Biophysical imaging (AFM, microscopy) Microbiology and molecular biology RNA sequencing and data analysis Interdisciplinary collaboration
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optimisation for plasmid production Application of LLMs to biological sequence design Microbial genetics and horizontal gene transfer Cross-disciplinary collaboration across synthetic biology, AI, and
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, translational insight, and valuable opportunities for career mentoring and networking with industrial and clinical experts. Desirable Prior Experience: Background in an aligned engineering or science discipline
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, and biotechnology. Research Environment: The project is a collaboration between UCL Chemistry, Pharmacy, and Chemical Engineering departments. Students will work across multiple labs, benefiting from a
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from multiple disciplinary angles, with access to state-of-the-art equipment and a strong culture of innovation and mentorship. Desirable Prior Experience: Background in biochemical engineering