Project Mentor

Yanjiao Zhou
Department of Medicine

Undergraduate Research Opportunity Description

Project Description	My lab is a computational biology lab. We are interested in understanding the role of the gut microbiome and microbial metabolites in aging, multiple sclerosis and asthma. The techniques we use include mouse models, anaerobic culture, molecular biology, and multi-OMICS technology. The student will have the opportunity to learn wet bench techniques and bioinformatics, depending on their interests.
Project Direction	This summer, the student will help with sample collection and bioninformatic analysis, and these efforts will continue to the next academic year
Mentorship and Supervision	The student will be trained on basic animal handling, culture, molecular techniques, and bioinformatics by our postdocs and students in the lab. The student will have a one-on-one weekly meeting with the PI.
Student Qualifications	Have basic knowledge about biology (if interested in wet lab) OR bioinformatics (if interested in dry lab). Students interested in microbiome research are encouraged to work on related projects.
Summer Schedule Options	Schedule: M-F, 9am-5pm
Project Continuation	Fall 2024, Spring 2025
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/HRP24-44. The application deadline is Monday, January 29, 2024.

This application requires a Cover Letter, Resume or CV, GPA, Science GPA, Statement of Research Interest, and Statement of Career Interests.