Joint PhD Programme in Structural, Computational, Cell and Chemical Biology

Funded by the BBSRC

Research environment

The Institute of Structural and Molecular Biology is a multidisciplinary centre for world-class research. Research at the ISMB integrates techniques from the chemical and physical sciences to provide insight into the molecular basis of biological processes. This knowledge is exploited to further our understanding of human diseases. The interplay between structural, computational, and chemical biology has enabled some of the major scientific advances in modern biomedical research.

Our PhD students are central to the research life of the Institute. Activities that enhance the scientific experience of students include a biennial retreat, a biennial symposium, weekly “Friday Wraps” where postdocs and senior PhD students present their latest work - and regular ISMB-sponsored seminar series. Each Department in ISMB also has a weekly research seminar and there are other seminar opportunities in the numerous surrounding research institutes.

UCL and Birkbeck are located in Bloomsbury, in the heart of London. This provides an excellent opportunity to join in the professional and social life of the capital.