MPhil Biosciences - Fundamental biology in Sutton Bonington United Kingdom | University of Nottingham

Our core biological research examines molecular processes governing growth, development, and physiological functions in plants and animals across cellular, tissue, and organism-wide levels.

For plant studies, we primarily utilize Arabidopsis as a model system to explore fundamental biological processes including leaf, flower, fruit, and seed formation. A major emphasis lies on plant hormones and their crucial role in regulating growth patterns, developmental stages, and directional responses, especially in root systems. Our research also investigates the molecular basis of nutrient uptake from soil and plant adaptation to environmental challenges.

In animal research, we concentrate on reproductive biology and developmental processes in livestock. Our work ranges from hormonal studies analyzing reproductive cycles and ovarian function to molecular investigations of embryonic development, stem cell specialization, and tissue formation. Insights gained from animal models like pigs are helping advance understanding of human developmental biology and disease mechanisms.