Project Mentor

Dr. Manuel Castro-Alamancos
Department of Neuroscience

Undergraduate Research Opportunity Description

Project Description	The project is for students in the fields of data science, engineering, computer science, applied math, statistics, psychology, or neuroscience that have programming skills in Python, R, and/or Labview who are interested in helping develop tools for automated analysis of complex data pipelines originating from neuroscientific experiments addressing the neural basis of behavior in mice. The student would be involved in developing the software tools used to control the experiments (actuators and computer vision) and analyze the data from these experiments (data models).
Project Direction	The summer project will be carried out within the framework of two funded NIH grants that are deciphering the neural circuits involved in approach and avoidance behavior. The project will have continuation for several years.
Mentorship and Supervision	The student will be in contact with the PI on a daily basis, either directly in the lab, or using the chat system we run on our servers, which allows for seamless, constant communication.
Student Qualifications	Students must be proficient in at least one of the following programming languages: Python, R, or Labview. A basic understanding of neuroscience would be useful but is not essential. Interest in biomedical research would be appropriate.
Summer Schedule Options	Research Dates: May 23 to July 29, 2022 Schedule: M-F, 9am-6pm
Project Continuation	Fall 2022, Spring 2023
Academic Year Time Commitment	6-9 hours/week
Possible Thesis Project	Yes

Application

Submit an online application for this research opportunity at https://quest.uconn.edu/prog/HRP22-6. The application deadline is Monday, January 31, 2022.

This application requires a cover letter, a resume or CV, an unofficial transcript, a brief statement of research interests, and a brief statement of career interests. References should be available upon request.