Developmental Biology is a remarkably cross-disciplinary area of biomedical research that spans traditional departmental boundaries and many different technologies, such as molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, imaging and bioinformatics. This field is becoming increasingly significant as we enter the era of whole-genome sequencing, because functional studies of development are essential to decipher the roles of many genes, and will be invaluable if we are to reap the benefits of this wealth of new information.

Why Cambridge? The University of Cambridge is exceptional in the depth and diversity of its research in Developmental Biology, and has a dynamic and interactive research community that is ranked amongst the foremost in the world. By bringing together members of four different Departments and the Wellcome Trust/Cancer Research UK Gurdon Institute, this four-year PhD programme will enable you to take advantage of the University’s exceptional strength in this area. Choose from over 40 host laboratories and the whole range of experimental approaches and model organisms.