University of Nottingham: Nutritional Sciences PhD/MPhil/MRes
| Institution | University of Nottingham |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Biosciences |
| Web | http://www.nottingham.ac.uk |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 115 951 5559 |
| Study type | Research |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
Summary
The nutritional sciences research group aims to understand and improve nutrition for both humans and animals.
We study aspects relating to human health. For example, how to control the nutritional quality of food products during processing. This includes the texture of fruit and meat products.
In animals, areas of research include the nutritional evaluation of feed, and the control of growth of farm animals.
Some other research topics:
- the effect of dietary components on health and disease processes
- the molecular basis of nutrient signalling
- nutritional enhancement of fat and protein content in animals
- programming and health
- nutrient-gene interactions
- population based studies in human nutrition and dietetics
- food analysis and authentication
The School of Biosciences research website contains more information on our research areas. You will also find academic contact details and research interests. You should identify a supervisor to work with and contact them before making a formal application..
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.2 (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject. Applicants holding other qualifications may also be accepted; English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element). |
| Location | Sutton Bonington Campus Sutton Bonington Leicestershire Loughborough LE12 5RD |
Summary
The overarching theme of the division is the scientific understanding and improvement of nutrition for both humans and animals. Main areas of research include: control and manipulation of the nutritional and processing quality of animal and plant products, including texture of fruit and meat products; nutritional enhancement of fat and protein content in animals; control of growth of farm animals, especially nutrient-gene interactions and synchronising the supply of energy and nitrogen; nutritional evaluation of feed for animals (the effect of dietary tannins on parasitic infections); fetal programming and health; diet-health interactions in man, including nutrient-gene interactions; the effect of dietary fatty acids, cholesterol and antioxidants on the development of atherosclerosis; the molecular basis of food based allergy; population based studies in human nutrition and dietetics; food authentication.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.2 (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject. Applicants holding other qualifications may also be accepted; English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element). |
| Location | Sutton Bonington Campus Sutton Bonington Leicestershire Loughborough LE12 5RD |
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