LSI PhD Global Research Programme in Complex Living Systems
As part of our continuing research partnership between University of British Columbia's and the 91传媒’s Living Systems Institute (LSI), we are launching the second year of the !
This initiative aims to:
- Foster international collaboration between SBME and 91传媒 LSI research communities
- Provide PhD students with unique opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary research abroad
- Strengthen global networks in biomedical engineering and life sciences
Through this funding opportunity, LSI PhD students will have the chance to spend up to 8 weeks at UBC's SBME in Vancouver, Canada, gaining access to world-class facilities and expertise. Faculty supervisors will also benefit from enhanced collaboration opportunities with leading researchers at SBME.
We are now accepting applications for 2026/27.
Key Dates:
| Dates | |
|---|---|
| 29 Sept 2026 | Applications Open |
| 27 Nov 2026 | Applications Close |
| Mid-Dec 2026 | Expected notice of funding decision |
| 1 Jan 2027 | Earliest project start date |
| 31 July 2027 | Latest project end date (complete visit and expenditure) |
We look forward to seeing the exciting collaborations and research outcomes this partnership will bring!
If you have any questions, please contact Joanna Bird on infolsi@exeter.ac.uk or Melody Salehzadeh (melody.salehzadeh@ubc.ca).