Gathering data and crafting stories to showcase antiviolence coalition impact

This fellow will conduct interviews with current Anti-Violence Coalition (AVC) members to understand their experiences, motivations, and contributions. They will also engage in document analysis to review and synthesize existing materials produced by the AVC, including reports, meeting notes, and communications, to deepen their understanding of the coalition’s accomplishments and context. Using insights from both interviews and document analysis, the fellow will craft compelling narratives that highlight the group’s efforts and successes. These stories will be used to elevate awareness, foster engagement, and celebrate the coalition’s role in advancing anti-violence initiatives across campus and the broader community.

Use cutting edge systems and circuit-level neuroscience tools to study the neural basis of behavior of mice

This position offers the opportunity to learn and apply cutting edge systems and circuit-level neuroscience tools to study the neural basis of behavior in a mouse model. Duties include: Performing behavioral experiments in mice; keeping detailed written and organized records of experimental design, protocols, computer data analysis, and raw data; maintaining laboratory and experimental records; cleaning lab equipment. Duties may also include helping maintain mouse colony. Opportunity to get involved with other ongoing projects in the lab and learn additional techniques, such as microscopy/imaging, electrophysiology, and advanced image analysis using AI tools. Programming experience a plus but not required.

Computational Neuroscience Modeling

This position provides the opportunity to creatively use computational methods to explore the biological mechanisms of brain function. The role is to develop single cell and circuit models based on experimental data to better understand how the brain receives, processes, and encodes sensory input. The candidate will use computer simulations to develop and test hypotheses and generate predictions for experimental outcomes. Experience with coding in some combination of Python, R, MatLab, NEURON, and/or Brian required. Familiarity with nonlinear dynamic systems and differential equations is highly desired. Experience with machine learning methods to optimize hundreds of parameters simultaneously is preferred.

Design and Build Fluid Delivery System for Neuroscience Research

This position provides the unique opportunity to work in the intersection of engineering and experimental biology. The project is to develop a flexible multi-channel fluid delivery system for neuroscience experiments. This role requires the ability to understand the experimental need and creatively adapt the system for specific requirements. The project will involve building a system that uses microcontrollers to operate valves that are triggered or controlled by voltage inputs and delivers fluid focally to biological specimens. Unique and creative solutions are welcome.

Lipotoxicity in metabolic diseases

Our research seeks to understand how lipotoxic lipid metabolites ceramides impair nutrient sensing and leads to the development of metabolic diseases. The students will have the opportunity to acquire multiple skills in bioinformatics, molecular, biochemical, and cellular assays as well as mouse handling (if comfortable) and be co-authors on scientific manuscripts.

Dietary Approaches to Improving Quality of Life in Multiple Scelrosis

The Wahls Research lab is interested in the relationship between diet quality and clinical outcomes. Motor function is assessed using timed walk and hand function tests. Vision function, quality of life and blood biomarkers are also assessed. The study Efficacy of Diet on Quality of Life in Multiple Sclerosis is a five year study, completing in 2027.

Biobanking science and Spatial technologies

The NeuroBank Core Lab is seeking undergraduate students to support exciting research in spatial biology and human brain studies. This includes working with clinical specimens across various levels, from submolecular and cellular analysis to whole tissue and organ research. This position offers a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of scientific research and get involved in groundbreaking work to prepare your future medical or graduate schools.

Human Rights in Context

In this position students can learn new perspectives and consider the ways human rights might apply to their vocational interests, developing a critical proficiency in human rights in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Our work on human rights is done through a holistic approach, incorporating insight from a plurality of disciplines. Students will be able to choose from several options, all of which will enable them to learn and conduct research on human rights.

Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms of Obestiy/ Diabetes

Our research aims to identify the molecular components of integration between organelle stress responses that are in play in obesity and diabetes at the cellular organismic levels.