Field of Study:
Molecular biology of adaptations
Department:
EEOB
Rank of Student:
Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors
Desired Majors:
Microbiology, Entomology, Biology, Biochemistry, Evolution and Ecology, Molecular Genetics
Hours per Week:
10
Compensation Type:
Academic Credit,
Voluntary Experience
Application Deadline:
Contact:
Julie Reynolds (reynolds.473@osu.edu)
Private
Public
Project Description
Insects have an amazing ability to survive anywhere in the world, but changes in the climate are impacting when and where some insect species live. This research project looks at molecular pathways that allow insect to adapt to the environment.
Students will assist with experiments that use insects to identify microRNAs that are involved in adaptations to changing environments. Specific tasks will include caring for insect colonies, preparing insect diet, preparing reagents/buffer, running PCR and/or qPCR experiments, general lab maintenance tasks, data management, preparing figures for publication.
Students will assist with experiments that use insects to identify microRNAs that are involved in adaptations to changing environments. Specific tasks will include caring for insect colonies, preparing insect diet, preparing reagents/buffer, running PCR and/or qPCR experiments, general lab maintenance tasks, data management, preparing figures for publication.
Required Applicant Information
Request for an application form.
Required or Desired Skills
Students must be comfortable handling insects including flies, moths, and others.
Desired skills include familiarity with common molecular techniques including PCR, gel electrophoresis, and preparing reagents and buffers.
Desired skills include familiarity with common molecular techniques including PCR, gel electrophoresis, and preparing reagents and buffers.
Faculty Member Lead:
Julie Reynolds
Starting Semester:
Summer
Length of Project (in semesters):
2