Ryan Cook
@ryancook94.bsky.social
Viral ecologist with Evelien Adriaenssens at The Quadram | All things phage (but mostly viromes) | Formerly at Uni of Nottingham with Andy Millard | All opinions my own.
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Ryan Cook
@ryancook94.bsky.social
· Oct 9
Happy to say this has now been published in @cp-cellreports.bsky.social 🫁🦠 #Phages #Viromics
www.cell.com/cell-reports...
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Quadlytics, led by Dr Hannah Morelli, is developing technology that identifies combinations of bacteriophages, commonly called phages, which are helpful viruses that can be used as alternatives to antibiotics to kill bacteria in humans, animals and in the environment.
Quadram Institute spinoff Quadlytics shortlisted for innovation award - Quadram Institute
Quadlytics, led by Dr Hannah Morelli, is developing technology that identifies combinations of bacteriophages, commonly called phages, which are helpful viruses that can be used as alternatives to…
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February 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Quadlytics, led by Dr Hannah Morelli, is developing technology that identifies combinations of bacteriophages, commonly called phages, which are helpful viruses that can be used as alternatives to antibiotics to kill bacteria in humans, animals and in the environment.
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Only 2 more days to apply for this post as Research Fellow in the Health Protection Research Unit - Public Health Genomics at the University of Birmingham.
Come and join us to exciting, cutting-edge genomics and metagenomics work to deliver public health benefits
www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DQE112/r...
Come and join us to exciting, cutting-edge genomics and metagenomics work to deliver public health benefits
www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DQE112/r...
Research Fellow at University of Birmingham
Discover Research Fellow jobs and more in higher education on jobs.ac.uk. Apply for further details on the top job board.
www.jobs.ac.uk
February 2, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Only 2 more days to apply for this post as Research Fellow in the Health Protection Research Unit - Public Health Genomics at the University of Birmingham.
Come and join us to exciting, cutting-edge genomics and metagenomics work to deliver public health benefits
www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DQE112/r...
Come and join us to exciting, cutting-edge genomics and metagenomics work to deliver public health benefits
www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DQE112/r...
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The effects of bacteriophage cocktail treatment on healthy gut microbiota: an in vitro human colon model study https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.64898/2026.01.28.702202v1
January 29, 2026 at 2:17 AM
The effects of bacteriophage cocktail treatment on healthy gut microbiota: an in vitro human colon model study https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.64898/2026.01.28.702202v1
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We’re recruiting for an RA @unibirmingham.bsky.social!
Support our #microbiome research - lab work + sample/data organisation & coordination. Looking for an organised, proactive & great team player.
🗓️ Closes 04/02/26 . To Mar 2028
Apply via UoB portal:
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Support our #microbiome research - lab work + sample/data organisation & coordination. Looking for an organised, proactive & great team player.
🗓️ Closes 04/02/26 . To Mar 2028
Apply via UoB portal:
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Research Associate - Department of Microbes, Infection and Microbiomes - 106850 - Grade 6
As a Research Associate in the Hall Lab, you will play a crucial role in supporting microbiome research initiatives aimed at enhancing our understanding of the role of early life microbes in promoting...
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January 27, 2026 at 5:32 PM
We’re recruiting for an RA @unibirmingham.bsky.social!
Support our #microbiome research - lab work + sample/data organisation & coordination. Looking for an organised, proactive & great team player.
🗓️ Closes 04/02/26 . To Mar 2028
Apply via UoB portal:
edzz.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
Support our #microbiome research - lab work + sample/data organisation & coordination. Looking for an organised, proactive & great team player.
🗓️ Closes 04/02/26 . To Mar 2028
Apply via UoB portal:
edzz.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
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⏰ Closing soon! The Webber group is looking for a Research Scientist to use high throughput transposon mutagenesis to help understand mechanisms of action, host susceptibility and resistance to antimicrobials.
💷 £37,500 to £45,350
🗓️ Apply by 28 January 2026
➡️ buff.ly/8iXH22u
💷 £37,500 to £45,350
🗓️ Apply by 28 January 2026
➡️ buff.ly/8iXH22u
January 26, 2026 at 9:01 AM
⏰ Closing soon! The Webber group is looking for a Research Scientist to use high throughput transposon mutagenesis to help understand mechanisms of action, host susceptibility and resistance to antimicrobials.
💷 £37,500 to £45,350
🗓️ Apply by 28 January 2026
➡️ buff.ly/8iXH22u
💷 £37,500 to £45,350
🗓️ Apply by 28 January 2026
➡️ buff.ly/8iXH22u
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I’ve had an amazing time (as always) at VoM-UK this week! A big thank you to the organisers for putting on such a great meeting and allowing me to present my PhD research 😊
January 23, 2026 at 5:46 PM
I’ve had an amazing time (as always) at VoM-UK this week! A big thank you to the organisers for putting on such a great meeting and allowing me to present my PhD research 😊
Great first day of VoM-UK 2026, including three top presentations from the @evelienadri.bsky.social lab (I am only a bit biased) ( @xenadyball.bsky.social @rapher97.bsky.social @deuskamya.bsky.social ) #IDoBelieveInPhages
January 22, 2026 at 6:36 PM
Great first day of VoM-UK 2026, including three top presentations from the @evelienadri.bsky.social lab (I am only a bit biased) ( @xenadyball.bsky.social @rapher97.bsky.social @deuskamya.bsky.social ) #IDoBelieveInPhages
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Are you interested in doing a #PhD? Are you excited about research and solving challenging problems? Do you like #phage? If you answered 'yes', I would be happy to support your application for a one of two studentships to join my research group (skvortsovlab.com) at Queen's University Belfast.
January 13, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Are you interested in doing a #PhD? Are you excited about research and solving challenging problems? Do you like #phage? If you answered 'yes', I would be happy to support your application for a one of two studentships to join my research group (skvortsovlab.com) at Queen's University Belfast.
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🚨Our new article is out in #PLOS Pathogens!
What drives nestedness in phages–bacteria interactions network in an agro-ecosystem? 🌱
📖 journals.plos.org/plospathogen...
#Phagesky @inrae-pv.bsky.social @phimresearch.bsky.social @phagedirectory.bsky.social
(Yes, that's a phage in those kinetics!)
What drives nestedness in phages–bacteria interactions network in an agro-ecosystem? 🌱
📖 journals.plos.org/plospathogen...
#Phagesky @inrae-pv.bsky.social @phimresearch.bsky.social @phagedirectory.bsky.social
(Yes, that's a phage in those kinetics!)
January 12, 2026 at 4:40 PM
🚨Our new article is out in #PLOS Pathogens!
What drives nestedness in phages–bacteria interactions network in an agro-ecosystem? 🌱
📖 journals.plos.org/plospathogen...
#Phagesky @inrae-pv.bsky.social @phimresearch.bsky.social @phagedirectory.bsky.social
(Yes, that's a phage in those kinetics!)
What drives nestedness in phages–bacteria interactions network in an agro-ecosystem? 🌱
📖 journals.plos.org/plospathogen...
#Phagesky @inrae-pv.bsky.social @phimresearch.bsky.social @phagedirectory.bsky.social
(Yes, that's a phage in those kinetics!)
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🚨 New postdoc opportunity in Aotearoa 🇳🇿 with @drhhnz.bsky.social
RA / Postdoctoral Fellow in honeybee bacteriophages, microbial genetics & molecular evolution at the University of Canterbury (Christchurch).
3-year position, starts March 2026.
🔗 jobs.canterbury.ac.nz/jobdetails/a...
RA / Postdoctoral Fellow in honeybee bacteriophages, microbial genetics & molecular evolution at the University of Canterbury (Christchurch).
3-year position, starts March 2026.
🔗 jobs.canterbury.ac.nz/jobdetails/a...
Research Associate / Postdoctoral Fellow - Honeybee Bacteriophages and Advanced Biotechnology -
University of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha
jobs.canterbury.ac.nz
January 12, 2026 at 3:38 AM
🚨 New postdoc opportunity in Aotearoa 🇳🇿 with @drhhnz.bsky.social
RA / Postdoctoral Fellow in honeybee bacteriophages, microbial genetics & molecular evolution at the University of Canterbury (Christchurch).
3-year position, starts March 2026.
🔗 jobs.canterbury.ac.nz/jobdetails/a...
RA / Postdoctoral Fellow in honeybee bacteriophages, microbial genetics & molecular evolution at the University of Canterbury (Christchurch).
3-year position, starts March 2026.
🔗 jobs.canterbury.ac.nz/jobdetails/a...
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Happy New Year – new role! 🎉
We’re looking for a PostDoc to join us in @halllab.bsky.social @unibirmingham.bsky.social.
Full-time, fixed-term to March 2028. Note tight closing date: 11 Jan 2026. CV + cover letter (submit via portal).
Further details 👇
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We’re looking for a PostDoc to join us in @halllab.bsky.social @unibirmingham.bsky.social.
Full-time, fixed-term to March 2028. Note tight closing date: 11 Jan 2026. CV + cover letter (submit via portal).
Further details 👇
edzz.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
Research Fellow - Department of Microbes, Infection and Microbiomes - 106849 - Grade 7
To create and contribute to the creation of knowledge by undertaking a specified range of activities as part of an Investigator project funded by Wellcome, focusing on understanding microbial and diet...
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January 7, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Happy New Year – new role! 🎉
We’re looking for a PostDoc to join us in @halllab.bsky.social @unibirmingham.bsky.social.
Full-time, fixed-term to March 2028. Note tight closing date: 11 Jan 2026. CV + cover letter (submit via portal).
Further details 👇
edzz.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
We’re looking for a PostDoc to join us in @halllab.bsky.social @unibirmingham.bsky.social.
Full-time, fixed-term to March 2028. Note tight closing date: 11 Jan 2026. CV + cover letter (submit via portal).
Further details 👇
edzz.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
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A four-year postdoc focusing on "plant growth-promoting bacteriophages" available in my group. Skills in metaviromics and metagenomics essential. Application deadline: 2.2.2026. For more info, see the link.
Postdoctoral Researcher in discovering the benefits of plant growth-promoting bacteriophages
Postdoctoral Researcher in discovering the benefits of plant growth-promoting bacteriophages
jobs.helsinki.fi
December 29, 2025 at 6:29 AM
A four-year postdoc focusing on "plant growth-promoting bacteriophages" available in my group. Skills in metaviromics and metagenomics essential. Application deadline: 2.2.2026. For more info, see the link.
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I am pleased to share that my first postdoc paper from the @halllab.bsky.social is now on bioRxiv! 🎉
We used long-read #metagenomics to explore how the gut microbiome and #antimicrobialresistance landscape shift across advanced chronic #liverdisease (ACLD)
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.6...
We used long-read #metagenomics to explore how the gut microbiome and #antimicrobialresistance landscape shift across advanced chronic #liverdisease (ACLD)
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.6...
Decoding the microbiome and resistome of advanced chronic liver disease through long-read metagenomics
Introduction - Patients with advanced chronic liver disease (ACLD) and underlying cirrhosis frequently require repeated courses of antimicrobial therapy, with both the frequency and spectrum of antimi...
www.biorxiv.org
December 10, 2025 at 12:09 PM
I am pleased to share that my first postdoc paper from the @halllab.bsky.social is now on bioRxiv! 🎉
We used long-read #metagenomics to explore how the gut microbiome and #antimicrobialresistance landscape shift across advanced chronic #liverdisease (ACLD)
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.6...
We used long-read #metagenomics to explore how the gut microbiome and #antimicrobialresistance landscape shift across advanced chronic #liverdisease (ACLD)
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.6...
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KlebPhaCol: a community-driven resource for Klebsiella research identified a novel phage family
#phage #phagesky
Amazing effort by @fnobrega.bsky.social lab
academic.oup.com/nar/article/...
#phage #phagesky
Amazing effort by @fnobrega.bsky.social lab
academic.oup.com/nar/article/...
KlebPhaCol: a community-driven resource for Klebsiella research identified a novel phage family
Abstract. The growing threat of multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae, coupled with its role in gut colonisation, has intensified the search for new tr
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December 7, 2025 at 3:06 PM
KlebPhaCol: a community-driven resource for Klebsiella research identified a novel phage family
#phage #phagesky
Amazing effort by @fnobrega.bsky.social lab
academic.oup.com/nar/article/...
#phage #phagesky
Amazing effort by @fnobrega.bsky.social lab
academic.oup.com/nar/article/...
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Funded PhD available starting October 2026 on phages and pollution. Applications close 16th January. #PhageSky #MicroSky www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
NERC RED-ALERT CDT: Bacteriophages as river pollutants: determining the impact of phage pollution, with focus on antimicrobial resistance. at Bangor University on FindAPhD.com
PhD Project - NERC RED-ALERT CDT: Bacteriophages as river pollutants: determining the impact of phage pollution, with focus on antimicrobial resistance. at Bangor University, listed on FindAPhD.com
www.findaphd.com
December 5, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Funded PhD available starting October 2026 on phages and pollution. Applications close 16th January. #PhageSky #MicroSky www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
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🆕 Vacancy! We’re looking for a Research Scientist to investigate how microbial sulfur and nitrogen metabolism influences host health in the context of protein malnutrition and obesity 🦠
🗓️ Apply by 28 December 2025
➡️ buff.ly/afSMl14
🗓️ Apply by 28 December 2025
➡️ buff.ly/afSMl14
December 3, 2025 at 10:01 AM
🆕 Vacancy! We’re looking for a Research Scientist to investigate how microbial sulfur and nitrogen metabolism influences host health in the context of protein malnutrition and obesity 🦠
🗓️ Apply by 28 December 2025
➡️ buff.ly/afSMl14
🗓️ Apply by 28 December 2025
➡️ buff.ly/afSMl14
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I'm excited to be speaking at #FOGLondon [Festival of Genomics] this January, where I will be discussing our work on the genomics of multidrug-resistant opportunistic pathiogens.
Registration is FREE for over 90% of attendees, so don’t miss out. hubs.la/Q03JMvwd0
#FOGLondon #genomics #biodata
Registration is FREE for over 90% of attendees, so don’t miss out. hubs.la/Q03JMvwd0
#FOGLondon #genomics #biodata
The Festival of Genomics and Biodata London 2026
The UK’s largest genomics and biodata event, 28–29 January 2026, London. Connect with 1000's of attendees from across the life sciences sector.
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December 4, 2025 at 9:58 AM
I'm excited to be speaking at #FOGLondon [Festival of Genomics] this January, where I will be discussing our work on the genomics of multidrug-resistant opportunistic pathiogens.
Registration is FREE for over 90% of attendees, so don’t miss out. hubs.la/Q03JMvwd0
#FOGLondon #genomics #biodata
Registration is FREE for over 90% of attendees, so don’t miss out. hubs.la/Q03JMvwd0
#FOGLondon #genomics #biodata
Zeus the cat getting ready for his procedure at the @quadraminstitute.bsky.social
December 3, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Zeus the cat getting ready for his procedure at the @quadraminstitute.bsky.social
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🚀 Just launched: GraphBin Visualise (WASM) a browser-based visualisation tool for comparing initial metagenomic binning results vs refined results from GraphBin - all running in your browser, no backend required. (1/n)
#bioinformatics #metagenomics #binning #webapp #pyiodide #webassembly
#bioinformatics #metagenomics #binning #webapp #pyiodide #webassembly
GitHub - metagentools/graphbin-visualise-wasm-app: GraphBin Visualise WebAssembly App
GraphBin Visualise WebAssembly App. Contribute to metagentools/graphbin-visualise-wasm-app development by creating an account on GitHub.
github.com
December 2, 2025 at 1:38 AM
🚀 Just launched: GraphBin Visualise (WASM) a browser-based visualisation tool for comparing initial metagenomic binning results vs refined results from GraphBin - all running in your browser, no backend required. (1/n)
#bioinformatics #metagenomics #binning #webapp #pyiodide #webassembly
#bioinformatics #metagenomics #binning #webapp #pyiodide #webassembly
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🆕 New science resource for schools launched by Norwich Research Park scientists✨
The initiative is the brainchild of Dr @emmabeansworth.bsky.social , a researcher at the Quadram Institute 🧪
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The initiative is the brainchild of Dr @emmabeansworth.bsky.social , a researcher at the Quadram Institute 🧪
buff.ly/qkQHBUE
New science resource for schools launched by Norwich Research Park scientists - Quadram Institute
A teaching resource to help schools encourage pupils to engage more with science is being launched by a group of scientists
quadram.ac.uk
December 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
🆕 New science resource for schools launched by Norwich Research Park scientists✨
The initiative is the brainchild of Dr @emmabeansworth.bsky.social , a researcher at the Quadram Institute 🧪
buff.ly/qkQHBUE
The initiative is the brainchild of Dr @emmabeansworth.bsky.social , a researcher at the Quadram Institute 🧪
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It's the last few days to apply for this #PhDposition starting in Oct 2026 in the @langridgelab.bsky.social @quadraminstitute.bsky.social.
Apply by 2 Dec if you have ever wondered what happens if bacteria follow the rules of life, but in a different order? 🤔 this could be the project for you🦠🧬🧩
Apply by 2 Dec if you have ever wondered what happens if bacteria follow the rules of life, but in a different order? 🤔 this could be the project for you🦠🧬🧩
PhD Out of order: investigating genetic and environmental drivers of genome rearrangement (LANGRIDGE_Q26DTP) 2026/27 | UEA
PhD Out of order: investigating genetic and environmental drivers of genome rearrangement (LANGRIDGE_Q26DTP) 2026/27 | UEA
www.uea.ac.uk
November 30, 2025 at 10:02 PM
It's the last few days to apply for this #PhDposition starting in Oct 2026 in the @langridgelab.bsky.social @quadraminstitute.bsky.social.
Apply by 2 Dec if you have ever wondered what happens if bacteria follow the rules of life, but in a different order? 🤔 this could be the project for you🦠🧬🧩
Apply by 2 Dec if you have ever wondered what happens if bacteria follow the rules of life, but in a different order? 🤔 this could be the project for you🦠🧬🧩
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📢 New preprint is out on bioRxiv 📢:
How much does virome prep influence our view of the human gut virome?
Short answer: a lot.
Long answer:
doi.org/10.1101/2025...
Different methods lead to distinct community structures, richness, and major virus-host abundance patterns.
🧵 1/5
How much does virome prep influence our view of the human gut virome?
Short answer: a lot.
Long answer:
doi.org/10.1101/2025...
Different methods lead to distinct community structures, richness, and major virus-host abundance patterns.
🧵 1/5
November 27, 2025 at 8:44 PM
📢 New preprint is out on bioRxiv 📢:
How much does virome prep influence our view of the human gut virome?
Short answer: a lot.
Long answer:
doi.org/10.1101/2025...
Different methods lead to distinct community structures, richness, and major virus-host abundance patterns.
🧵 1/5
How much does virome prep influence our view of the human gut virome?
Short answer: a lot.
Long answer:
doi.org/10.1101/2025...
Different methods lead to distinct community structures, richness, and major virus-host abundance patterns.
🧵 1/5
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🧬 Come check out my poster on agtools, an open-source Python framework for analysing and manipulating assembly graphs at #ABACBS2025 Poster #106
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💻 Github: github.com/Vini2/agtools
📄 Preprint: biorxiv.org/content/10.110…
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💻 Github: github.com/Vini2/agtools
📄 Preprint: biorxiv.org/content/10.110…
November 25, 2025 at 11:21 PM
🧬 Come check out my poster on agtools, an open-source Python framework for analysing and manipulating assembly graphs at #ABACBS2025 Poster #106
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💻 Github: github.com/Vini2/agtools
📄 Preprint: biorxiv.org/content/10.110…
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💻 Github: github.com/Vini2/agtools
📄 Preprint: biorxiv.org/content/10.110…
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⏰ Applications closing soon!
The Norwich Research Park’s Doctoral Training Partnership @nrpdtp.bsky.social offers talented biosciences graduates an opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary research environment and join a vibrant student community.
📅 Apply by 2 December
➡️ buff.ly/mO17avE
The Norwich Research Park’s Doctoral Training Partnership @nrpdtp.bsky.social offers talented biosciences graduates an opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary research environment and join a vibrant student community.
📅 Apply by 2 December
➡️ buff.ly/mO17avE
November 24, 2025 at 3:03 PM
⏰ Applications closing soon!
The Norwich Research Park’s Doctoral Training Partnership @nrpdtp.bsky.social offers talented biosciences graduates an opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary research environment and join a vibrant student community.
📅 Apply by 2 December
➡️ buff.ly/mO17avE
The Norwich Research Park’s Doctoral Training Partnership @nrpdtp.bsky.social offers talented biosciences graduates an opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary research environment and join a vibrant student community.
📅 Apply by 2 December
➡️ buff.ly/mO17avE