The Yitbarek lab develops ecological and evolutionary models to understand how diseases spread and persist in a population. Our lab also uses insect-microbial systems to test theory in the lab and field setting. A long-standing interest in the lab is … Read more
We are looking for advanced undergraduate students who are interested in analyzing and visualizing data collected from middle school classrooms. This is a paid, undergraduate research assistant (URA) position for 10-20 hours ($15-$20/hour depending upon experience; hours are flexible). We … Read more
The Lung Repair Lab studies basic mechanisms of scarring (fibrosis) in the lungs, which can be debilitating and deadly. We apply new tools and technologies to understand alterations of lung cells in disease, and to discover new treatments for both … Read more
Medical Education and Workforce Diversity Project The aim of this project is to explore the the contributions of HBCU undergraduate students to the physician workforce. 1) Explore the trends in acceptance, enrollment and matriculation of HBCU undergraduate students into medical … Read more
We are interested in how the brain becomes wired during development. We use mouse genetic models to study the role of neural adhesion molecules in promoting synapse formation in the frontal cortex. We are also interested in the role of … Read more
HIV is more common among underrepresented racial/ethnic minority adolescents and youth (13–24 years old) in the US, but there are limited opportunities for training, mentorship, and capacity building. This US NIH-funded training program uses crowdsourcing methods and implementation science strategies … Read more
The Motion Science Institute is looking for help with a research project. Our group has developed a portable feedback tool and we need help modifying the current enclosure unit to improve its functionality. Specifically the dimensions of the enclosure need … Read more
We have several teams analyzing the video propaganda of several different violent extremist groups. Students analyze the materials of jihadist, right wing extremist (several types) or other groups (we’re adding now) to seek to understand how these persuasive texts work … Read more
Project Open is aimed at improving in-person expressive communication for individuals with complex communication needs (CCN) who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Target groups include individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, cerebral palsy, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Project … Read more
The Sockman Lab is looking for undergraduate research assistants to use computer software to analyze digital audio recordings collected from long-term study population of migratory songbird starting in January 2023. Please email Dr. Sockman if you are interested in the … Read more