PhD Mathematical Modelling of Neurovascular function

Closing Date

1 Oct 2018

Salary

Self-funded

Address

Department of Psychology, University of Sheffield

Project Description

Developing and refining brain tissue models to enable world leading research into neurovascular coupling in health and disease. We are seeking highly skilled and motivated mathematical and/or programming postgraduate students to join our neurovascular research team that is investigating how the brain regulates its blood supply in health but also in diseases such as Alzheimer’s. The main focus of this project will be using theoretical methods such as Monte Carlos simulations to generate physiologically plausible models of how light penetrates brain tissue particularly how it is scattered and absorbed. The project will also refine the use of optogenetics that can be used to drive cells of the neurovascular unit with light.

Funding Notes

Self funded or sponsored students only. No University funding available. 

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