MSc by Research in Heredity, Development and Disease - Health and Disease in Leeds United Kingdom | University of Leeds

This 12-month research program involves no formal coursework, focusing instead on conducting independent research and producing a thesis based on your findings. Like a PhD, you'll work with a supervisor specializing in your chosen field. The MSc by Research enhances both academic and practical abilities, serving as an ideal pathway if you want to delve deeper into your subject area without committing to a doctoral program at this stage. Many graduates progress to PhD studies or pursue careers in industry.

Our research spans various aspects of health and disease, aiming to enhance lifelong wellbeing in both animals and humans from early development through aging. Key areas include breast cancer protein interactions (SW), malignant hyperthermia mechanisms (IAH), and understudied parasitic infections like malaria, hookworm, and leishmaniasis (RQ, GMc). We also examine economically damaging agricultural pests such as Drosophila suzuki, aphids, and Tribolium castaneum flour beetles (AP, ED, REI), alongside disease vectors including Aedes and anopheline mosquitoes that transmit Dengue and malaria (REI). Additionally, we explore livestock nutrition requirements for optimal growth, health, and welfare (HM, LC, HG).