Faculty Mentor: Mark Fisher
Title: Assistant Professor (Clinical)
College: Medicine
School / Department: Pathology
Email: mark.fisher@path.utah.edu
Project description
Multiple projects involving microbial genetics of bacterial pathogens, including vector-borne diseases.
Student Role: Varies by project and student's background from basic lab tasks to more advanced molecular biology.
Student Benefits: Great opportunity for gaining research experience. Will support application for UROP or other funding sources.
Project Duration: Varies by project and student's schedule
Opportunity Type: Volunteer; Earn independent study credit; Prepare a UROP proposal; Write an Honors Thesis
Is this a paid opportunity: No
Minimum Requirements: Laboratory experience in microbiology, molecular biology, or related areas preferred.