Investigating the Role of Oxysterols in Cholesterol Metabolism and Myelin Maintenance Aston University

Overview

The  Investigating the Role of Oxysterols in Cholesterol Metabolism and Myelin Maintenance course at Aston University  aims to explore the intricate relationship between oxysterols, cholesterol metabolism, and myelin maintenance. Oxysterols are produced in the body under normal and pathological conditions, particularly in the brain, where they can influence various processes such as lipid homeostasis, inflammation, and cell signalling.

Career prospects

Studying for a PhD is a great route into academia and industries that are centred on research and innovation. Areas with a demand for very high level and specialised research skills often demand PhDs.

In addition to this specialist knowledge, a PhD education will help you to develop a set of valuable transferable skills. The very nature of studying an intensive research degree will enable you to become a team player, develop problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and advanced presentation and communication skills.

The variety of PhD project topics at Aston means that the destinations of our graduates vary substantially. Some choose to continue into academia, at either Aston or other leading institutions, while others go onto use their newly acquired skills in a range of research, healthcare, industry, or charitable fields. When selecting your chosen PhD path at Aston, your supervisor will be able to provide you with relevant career opportunities that could be available to you in your specialist area.