Area
Injury, Recovery and Inflammation
Location
UK Other
Closing Date
Monday 06 July 2026
Reference
MED2053
Principal Supervisors
* Professor Kimberley Edwards (School of Medicine, Professor of Sport, Exercise, and Nutrition Education)
* Dr Thomas Bestwick-Stevenson (School of Medicine, Teaching Associate)
Program Description
The overall theme of this PhD programme is to examine the contribution of lifestyle factors, especially physical activity, and the interaction with health and modifiable risk factors. Physical activity offers many health benefits, but can also lead to injuries and other conditions. The project aims to explore these interactions and inform prevention strategies.
PhD Design
The research will draw on existing longitudinal cohort studies and may use various methods, depending on the interests of the student and the supervisory team.
Qualifications
Applicants should have at least a 2-1 in a relevant degree (e.g., Sport Science, Medicine, Rehabilitation, Public Health, or related fields) and ideally a relevant Master’s degree.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should submit a CV and a short cover letter outlining their motivation and potential contributions. Reference details will be required. Application deadline is Monday 6 July 2026.
Interview and Start
Provisional interview: Tuesday 14 July 2026. PhD start: 1 October 2026.
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