Developmental Biology of Mosquitoes and Flies
Seeking students to characterize gene expression patterns in mosquito embryos, regulatory sequences in transgenic fly and mosquito models, and explore the function of regulatory elements through mutagenesis.
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Project description
Our laboratory is investigating the developmental biology of flies and mosquitoes with particular emphasis on how genes are regulated and on how regulatory mechanisms evolve. We are seeking motivated students to help with characterizing gene expression patterns in mosquito embryos, testing potential regulatory sequences in transgenic fly and mosquito models, and exploring the function of regulatory elements through mutagenesis. Techniques involved include genetic analysis, immunohistochemistry, microscopy, in situ hybridization, CRISPR, PCR, and other cutting-edge molecular and genomic tools.
Project outcome
The specific outcomes of this project will be identified by the faculty mentor at the beginning of your collaboration.
Project details
| Length of commitment | semester or longer; longer commitments are preferred | |
| Start time | Anytime | |
| In-person, remote, or hybrid? | In-person | |
| Level of collaboration | Individual student project | |
| Benefits | Academic Credit, Volunteer | |
| Who is eligible | Students studying Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Genetics and/or Evolution; Coursework in genetics/molecular biology/developmental biology with a 3.2 or better GPA; familiarity with basic laboratory techniques; ability to work independently |
Goldwater and the National Science Foundation
Students participating in this project might be interested in and eligible for the Goldwater Scholarship and the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. Connect with the Office of Fellowships and Scholarships to learn more.
Project mentor
B3-307 COEBLS, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Phone: (716) 829-3126
Email: mshalfon@buffalo.edu
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Preparation activities
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Keywords
Biochemistry