Unlock Your Research Potential: Join the Graduate School LSE! Embark on an exciting journey at the interface between engineering and life sciences with TU Darmstadt's Graduate School LSE. We are thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for international PhD students under the prestigious Graduate School Scholarship Programme (GSSP) of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).
DAAD schlarships for international PhD students (m/f/d)
Activities and responsibilities
Dr. Andrea Belluati - Biohybrid Systems for cellular engineering: We seek a motivated PhD candidate to contribute to our research on the development and organisation of artificial cells into complex metastructures that mimic biological systems. The project focuses on enzymatically-synthesized hybrid polymer-lipid systems and dynamic transitions between membranised and coacervate-based architectures to create versatile synthetic cells. These constructs will be organised into higher-order tissue-like structures using assembly techniques, including microfluidics and stimuli-responsive elements, to enable adaptability and controlled interactions. The research further explores artificial symbiosis, integrating synthetic and natural cells for applications in tissue regeneration, drug delivery, and biomanufacturing. This interdisciplinary work bridges synthetic biology, polymer chemistry, and bioengineering to advance the design of adaptive, life-like materials.
Qualification profile
We offer
- Interdisciplinary Research: Explore cutting-edge projects at the intersection of engineering and life sciences
- Global Network: Join a vibrant community of scientists and experts from diverse backgrounds.
- Excellence in Supervision: Conduct your doctoral studies under the supervision of renowned scientists and benefit from the accompanying PhD programme of the Graduate School LSE
Join us in pushing the boundaries of knowledge and fostering groundbreaking discoveries. Your journey to academic excellence starts here!