Complex Living Systems

Overview

This Complex Living Systems PhD programme from  The University of Exeter requires a new generation of scientists who are trained to think and experiment beyond traditional boundaries. The recently established Living Systems Institute (LSI), University of Exeter, provides this opportunity by housing world leading Biologists, Physicists, Mathematicians, Computational Scientists and Engineers using cutting-edge technologies.

Modern scientific innovation involves the integration of diverse disciplines and the bridging of pure and application-oriented research.

Key facts:

• Leading edge approaches including genome editing, advanced imaging, stem cell biology, mathematical modelling, neuroscience, single cell/molecule technologies
• An interdisciplinary training Complex Living Systems programme from The University of Exeter tailored to the individual student
• A supervisory team from different disciplines
• The opportunity to formulate your own project
• A modern, inclusive environment that is passionately committed to your development.
• Fully funded places including personal stipend and training budget

Career opportunities:

University of Exeter and LSI has strong links with the pharmaceutical industry and is currently working with a number of partner institutions. Several of our LSI PIs have direct industry experience and are able to give advice about how to work in this sector and the difference between industry and research led activity. Overall, the programme will allow you to develop skills highly sought after by employers, while also giving you the opportunity to create a professional network with employers.