Field of Study:
neuroscience
Department:
Pathology/Chronic brain injury program
Rank of Student:
freshman, sophomore
Desired Majors:
molecular biology, developmental biology, neuroscience
Hours per Week:
12
Compensation Type:
Academic Credit,
Voluntary Experience
Application Deadline:
Contact:
Hiroki Taniguchi
Private
Public
Project Description
Our lab is interested in the mechanisms underlying development of cortical inhibitory circuits and their roles in cancer- and injury-induced pain. To address these questions, we employ mouse genetics, molecular biology, virology, genomics, imaging techniques, and behavioral analysis.
Additional Information
This is a competitive position. We only accept students who have solid knowledge on neuroscience and basic biology.
Required Applicant Information
CV, current plan after graduation, and research interest
Required or Desired Skills
We are looking for highly motivated students who are willing to learn new techniques and knowledge in neurobiology and work on a project. Prior research experiences in mouse genetics, molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, confocal microscopy, survival surgery, and image analysis using Image J, will be appreciated but not required. We expect that students will spend a time in the lab at least 12 hrs/week (more than 4hrs/day). We ask students to stay in the lab for at least two years. We accept only students who want to be dedicated to science and can save enough time for lab work.
Faculty Member Lead:
Hiroki Taniguchi
Starting Semester:
Summer
Length of Project (in semesters):
6