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Cambridge Biosciences DTP PhD Programme

                    

 

The Cambridge Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) is funded by the Doctoral Landscape Awards under UKRI. The programme is a partnership between four internationally leading research organisations — the University of Cambridge, the Babraham Institute, the National Institute of Agricultural Botany (NIAB), and the Wellcome Sanger Institute (WSI)— and UK Research and Innovation: Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (UKRI BBSRC). Together, we are dedicated to developing the next generation of bioscience leaders.

Expanding Partnerships and Research Opportunities

Our recent partnerships with the European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI) and Kew Gardens introduce exciting co-supervision opportunities for interdisciplinary projects.

Training Future Innovators

As global challenges demand skilled bioscientists, the Cambridge DTP provides a vibrant, inclusive environment for students to pursue cutting-edge research and prepare for impactful careers across academia, industry, government, and the non-profit sector.

Strategic Location and Industry Connections

Situated in Europe’s largest bioscience hub, our programme offers valuable industry connections through partnerships with Agri-TechE and One Nucleus, enabling students to gain experience and build networks. The DTP also serves as an entry point for external collaborations, driving impactful industry-academia partnerships.







Available Studentships

Applications for the 2025 intake are now open.

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Latest news

Exploring the Role of RAMP Proteins in Obesity and Diabetes

21 November 2024

A BBSRC DTP student, Milena Malcharek, has achieved a significant milestone by publishing her first paper in the prestigious Journal of Molecular Endocrinology. Her review investigates the critical role of receptor activity-modifying proteins (RAMPs) in the pathophysiology of obesity and diabetes mellitus.

Major funding awarded to support the next generation of researchers in the Biosciences

15 November 2024

The School of Biological Sciences has received one of the BBSRC Doctoral Landscape Awards announced by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to support our Cambridge Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership PhD Programme.

Welcome to the BBSRC DTP Cohort 2024!

7 October 2024

On Wednesday, 2nd October, we were thrilled to welcome the new 2024 BBSRC Doctoral Training Programme (DTP) cohort. The induction event was an excellent opportunity for the 26 new students to engage with the DTP core team and begin their exciting research journeys. Throughout the day, students met with key members of the...