Research topics: The Shah Lab focuses on understanding the biological basis of physiological and behavioral differences between males and females.
Techniques: Utilizing mice and voles as a research model to discover the molecular and neuronal networks whereby these external and internal signal drive these differences.
Website: Shah Lab
Seeking undergrads for: Academic year, Summer
Location: On-campus research projects only
Required skills: Previous wet lab experience, Coursework
This lab is particularly interested in mentoring: Undergrads from backgrounds that are underrepresented in STEM, Undergrads without previous exposure to laboratory research, Undergrads from local community colleges
How to apply: Contact Maricruz Alvarado Mandujano (maricruz.alvarado@stanford.edu)
Project information: Undergrad interns have the opportunity to learn standard laboratory techniques in molecular and cellular neurobiology. Mouse colony management, including animal handling and genotyping, histological procedures, including perfusing animals, embedding tissue, sectioning, immunolabeling. Microscopy, including use of slide scanner, confocal microscope, and basic processing of collected images.