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esearch opportunitiesresearch opportunitiesBiologyDepartment of Life Sciences,Faculty of Science & TechnologyThe Department of Life Sciences offersexpertise in a range of biological subjects(see also Environmental Sciences andBiomedical Science) for those wishingto register for a research degree.We have particular strengths inconservation biology (including ornithology,entomology, primatology, restoration ecology,invasive species biology), animal behaviour andwelfare (including mammalian communication,equine science, and welfare of zoo animals),biogeography, microbiology (insect pathogens,slime moulds), molecular biology(molecular ecology), and cell biology.Two selected examples of recent high-profileresearch projects include:• Darwin Initiative funded project to create alasting capacity within Tanazania NationalParks (TANAPA) to monitor, manage, andprotect the Mikumi elephants. The projectis creating an integrated park-wide systemfor identifying and surveying elephants andtraining park ecologists, senior wardens,and rangers in the appropriate methods ofdata collection and analysis. This will allowquestions on the behaviour, ecology, andpopulation dynamics of the Mikumi Elephantsto be addressed and the extent andconsequences of management problems suchas crop raiding and poaching to be assessed;• NBN Trust-funded project to monitor theimpact of the invasive harlequin ladybird onUK native species of ladybird. The projectinvolves collecting data on the distribution andspread of the harlequin ladybird across the UKand was instigated in 2005, immediately afterthe arrival of this invasive ladybird.See also Environmental Sciences;Environmental Biology; Cell Biology; MolecularBiology; Microbiology; Genetics; Ecology.Biomedical ScienceDepartment of Life Sciences,Faculty of Science & TechnologyThe isolation and amplification of stemcells with particular interest in haemopoiesis;the study of inflammatory diseases of thenervous system with particular emphasison the pathogenic mechanisms of multiplesclerosis; biological functions of nitric oxide;cell cycle and cyclin expression; histopathologyof normal and neoplastic human tissues;tumour biology; chromosomal replicationand origin licensing; mammalian cellsynchronisation; gravitational biology.Two selected examples of high profileresearch include:• A project on glycation chemistry associatedwith diabetic pathology and nutritionalprotection against oxidative damage inageing and disease. Related long-termresearch interests relate to the investigation ofthe oxidative basis and immunological aspectsof diabetes and atherosclerosis. This focusesin particular on superoxide dismutaseand catalase enzymes, wound repair andpost-translational modification of proteinsby transglutaminase enzymes in vitro andduring programmed cell death (apoptosis).• Collaborative project on the molecularinteractions that occur within the immunesystem. The protein interactions that occurbetween the surfaces of immunological cellsthat are responsible for coordinating theimmune response are fascinating to studyand much can be learnt from analysing theseinteractions. There is enormous potential forantibody interactions to be manipulated fortherapeutic application to develop noveltreatments for disease states.We have particular strengths inconservation biology, animal behaviourand welfare, biogeography, microbiology,molecular biology, and cell biology.Built EnvironmentDepartment of the Built Environment,Faculty of Science & TechnologyResearch applications are welcomed forMPhil, PhD and PrD (Professional Doctorate).Postgraduate research is a growing area inthe Department of the Built Environment.The fast-changing urban environment, globalmarkets, virtual communication, influentialinvestment companies, and post-modern waysof living demand interdisciplinary and reflectiveapproaches from the educational sector.The combination of workshops and websupport provides the ingredients for a successfulprogramme and both are essential elementsof research programmes. These workshopsprovide the face-to-face training and supervisionand an opportunity for candidates to gel as acohort where appropriate. The web providesadditional means of communication, electronicsubmission of candidate work, tutor feedbackand access to electronic resources includingthe University digital library which gives remoteaccess to a large range of e-books, articles,and journals. There is also personal supportfrom the Academic Liaison Librarian attachedto the faculty.For further information on the PrD, pleasecontact www.anglia.ac.uk/prd/builtenvBuilding ManagementDepartment of the Built Environment,Faculty of Science & TechnologyBuilding contracts and tendering procedures;building management; service quality;construction waste minimisation.Communication StudiesDepartment of English,Communication, Film & Media,Faculty of Arts, Law & Social SciencesContactSean Campbells.campbell@anglia.ac.ukResearch in these areas is carried out withinthe Department of English, Communication,Film and Media. Postgraduates would bejoining a department with a well-establishedand lively research culture which includesmany opportunities for interdisciplinary work.At present staff are conducting specific researchinto topics such as: Latin American Cinema;Irishness and Popular Music; Arab and IslamicMedia; Philosophy and the Horror Film; Sexualityand Violence; Feminism and Corporeality; Politicsand New Media; The Culture of Waste; the Filmsof Derek Jarman; the Theory and Practice ofExperimental Film and Video. In addition to thesespecific topics, the Department has generalstrengths in the areas of film and psychoanalysis,diaspora and transnationalism, technology andsociety, digital communication, the public sphere,conflict and globalisation, and Middle Easternpolitics and media.Postgraduate students normally come to uswith at least a good upper-second class HonoursDegree. But we welcome applications from thosewith equivalent qualifications, and from thosewho have been out of the education systemfor some time. The Department has a largecommunity of part-time students, particularly inthe PhD programme, and hosts a well-attendedresearch seminar, which meets regularly to givestudents an opportunity to present papers ina supportive setting. This group provides aninformal context for postgraduate trainingand support, but there is also a more formaltraining programme which operates within theDepartment and aims to offer subject-specificsupport and training for all postgraduates asan addition to the generic training offered byAnglia Ruskin University. The Departmentallocates a substantial sum each year towardsthe support of postgraduates in the form ofbursaries and travel or conference expenses.The Faculty provides a postgraduate resourcesroom located near to the Department, whichoffers computing facilities and a workspaceto all its research students.84 Call our Contact Centre 0845 271 3333 for more informationweb www.anglia.ac.ukemail answers@anglia.ac.uk 85