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Muser Student Director

Muser is searching for two Student Directors who are interested in undergraduate access to research experience.

2 sp. | 7 appl.

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Social Sciences (+5)

Business, Management, MarketingCommunication, Journalism, and Related ProgramsEducationMulti/Interdisciplinary StudiesPublic Administration and Social ServiceSocial Sciences

Mechanisms of Cognitive Dysfunction and Delirium following Surgery

Our clinical-translational research group employs a wide range of techniques to understand why cognitive problems such as postoperative delirium and postoperative cognitive dysfunction occur…

2 sp. | 22 appl.

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Biomedical Sciences

Amiloride activity against EV71 and SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA translation

This project will focus on small molecule activity to modulate viral (+) RNA secondary structures in order to inhibit viral RNA translation of enterovirus 71 (EV71) and SARS-CoV-2.

1 sp. | 6 appl.

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Biochemistry (+2)

BiochemistryCell and Molecular BiologyChemistry

Joint evolution of germination phenology and physiological tolerance

I am a PhD Student in the Donohue Lab looking for undergraduate students to assist with research investigating how evolution of germination phenology influences the evolution of other traits…

3 sp. | 2 appl.

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Biological SciencesEcology

Observational Coding of Couples Communication in the Context of Cancer

Couples face significant individual and relationship challenges when diagnosed with cancer. Partners must effectively communicate with each other to navigate cancer-related challenges such as planning…

8 sp. | 10 appl.

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Psychology (+1)

Behavioral SciencesPsychology

Forest Microbiome Research: Genetics of plant-fungal interactions.

The Vilgalys mycology lab is looking for interested students to study interactions between forest trees and their symbiotic mycorrhizal fungi. We are using molecular-based methods to study…

2 sp. | 2 appl.

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Biological Sciences

Human lung modeling with respiratory motion

As part of center for virtual imaging trials (CVIT), we are developing virtual lung phantoms at different respiration levels to evaluate the impact of respiration levels on COPD disease quantification…

2 sp. | 1 appl.

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Biomedical Engineering (+3)

Biomedical EngineeringComputer EngineeringElectrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

The role of placenta in fetal programming

My lab use placental specific knockout mouse and cell model to study the role of placenta in fetal programming.

2 sp. | 7 appl.

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Biomedical Sciences

Why do photoreceptor cells die in inherited retinal degenerations?

Inherited retinal degenerations are a large family of rare genetic disorders that cause progressive loss of vision due to death of the light-sensitive photoreceptor cells. These diseases are typically…

1 sp. | 6 appl.

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Genetics and Evolution (+3)

Biological SciencesBiomedical SciencesCell and Molecular BiologyGenetics and Evolution

Repellency mechanisms of bioactive compounds against mosquitoes

Though often viewed as an annoying pest, mosquitoes are an amenable tool for understanding the molecular and behavioral basis of several physiological processes such as olfaction. Intriguingly…

1 sp. | 1 appl.

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Biological Sciences

Testing advanced models of brain cancer to find new therapies

Our laboratory studies the molecular mechanisms that drive brain tumor growth and treatment response. To do this, we use a 3D culture system that recapitulates the native brain micorenvironment that…

2 sp. | 6 appl.

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Biomedical Sciences

Plant Maintenance and Bumblebee Care for Evolutionary Genetics Lab

The Willis lab is seeking reliable and motivated undergraduates to assist with research on the genetic mechanisms of plant adaptation. The Willis lab answers big questions about speciation and…

1 sp. | 1 appl.

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Biological Sciences (+1)

Biological SciencesPlant Biology

How animals grow to their species-specific sizes and shapes

We study the genetic and physiological mechanisms by which animals control their body size and the relative size and shapes of their appendages. This control involves mechanisms by which animals sense…

2 sp. | 2 appl.

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Biological Sciences

Mechanisms of cancer cell invasion and metastasis

Metastatic melanoma is the most aggressive type of skin cancer with no curative treatment. Melanoma brain metastases are detected in ~60% of metastatic melanoma patients (~80% postmortem). These…

2 sp. | 9 appl.

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Biomedical Sciences (+3)

BiochemistryBiomedical EngineeringBiomedical SciencesGenetics and Evolution

Highlighting diversity in chemistry and physics

This project is aimed at increasing the visibility of scientists from underrepresented groups (URG). Women and traditionally underrepresented minorities (URM) are less than 20% and 6% of STEM faculty…

2 sp. | 1 appl.

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Visual and Performing Arts (+4)

ChemistryEnglish Language and Literature/LettersPhysical SciencesPhysics and AstronomyVisual and Performing Arts

Spectrum monitoring and sharing in the CBRS band

The excellent propagation and low deployment costs in the sub-7 GHz band have motivated expanded spectrum allocations from 3–5 GHz, especially the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) band in 3.55…

2 sp. | 2 appl.

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Computer Science (+2)

Computer and Information SciencesComputer EngineeringComputer Science

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