The Brunel University’s Department of Neuroscience is offering a fully funded PhD studentship focused on Mechanisms of Interoception and Stress in Medically Unexplained Symptoms.
Eligible candidates must hold a master’s degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, Neuroimaging, or a related field and demonstrate a keen interest in researching Medically Unexplained Symptoms. Applicants should have excellent analytical skills and experience with MRI, EEG, and ECG methodologies. Enthusiastic candidates from all nationalities are encouraged to apply.
Brunel University London Information
Established in 1966, Brunel University London is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Uxbridge (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), London. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, Brunel University London is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Brunel University London offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 53 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this UK higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
The PhD student will receive comprehensive training and gain valuable research experience in the following areas:
- Conducting a comprehensive literature review on MUS, related psychological and biomedical theories, and multimodal data research methods.
- Designing and developing experimental protocols involving MRI, EEG, and ECG data collection, as well as behavioral paradigms for exploring interoceptive mechanisms and attentional biases.
- Collecting and analyzing multimodal data from study participants, including operating MRI and EEG equipment, processing, and interpreting data.
- Preparing research papers and reports based on study findings for publication in scientific journals and conferences.
Application Process
To apply for this scholarship program, applicants must take admission in PhD degree at Brunel University London.
- Contact the Supervisor:
- Interested applicants should contact the supervisor via email or phone to express their interest in the project. During this initial communication, candidates should discuss their enthusiasm for the research and inquire about their suitability for the position. The supervisor will assist in developing a topic-specific research proposal, which is required for the application.
- Apply Online:
- Click on the ‘Apply here’ button on the topic page, which redirects to the relevant PhD course page.
- Complete the online application form, ensuring to indicate the selected supervisor and include the research proposal for the chosen topic.