PhD Scholarship
Funds a full PhD in biomedical research on Alzheimer's or other dementias, emphasizing impactful science, strong supervision, and opportunities for national or international research secondments.
Funder: Alzheimer's Research UK
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Stipend in line with UKRI rates, PhD tuition fees at Home rate, and up to £15,000/year for research/travel (up to 4 years)
Summary: Supports a full PhD programme in dementia research, including stipend, tuition, research costs, and international secondments.
Description
This scheme funds a complete PhD programme focused on biomedical research into Alzheimer's disease or other dementias. The award covers a stipend (aligned with UKRI rates), Home-rate PhD tuition fees, and research/travel costs up to £15,000 per annum for up to four years. The programme encourages impactful research, including national or international secondments, and aims to build research capacity in dementia by supporting high-calibre students and strong supervisory teams. Applications are assessed on scientific excellence, potential impact, and the expertise of the supervisory team.
