Mentor Name:
Shreya Goel
Mentor Position:
Assistant Professor
Department:
Pharmaceutics & Pharmaceutical Chemistry
College:
Pharmacy
Email:
shreya.goel@utah.edu
Project Description:
The Molecular Imaging and Nanotechnology Innovation Laboratory is seeking undergraduate students to lead research efforts at the intersection of molecular imaging, bioengineering, nanomedicine, immunology and theranostics.
Laboratory Research Directions:
1.Use and develop advanced imaging tools to understand the role of the biophysical microenvironment in cancer progression and treatment response.
2. Develop innovative nanomedicine-based approaches for personalized image-guided treatment.
Opportunity Type:
Volunteer; Prepare a UROP proposal; Write an Honors Thesis or Senior Thesis
Student Role:
Assist in basic chemical and biological experiments, image acquisition, image analysis and scientific writing.
Student Benefits:
Career development opportunities in a collaborative, multidisciplinary lab. Opportunity to develop strong scientific experimental and writing skills.
Project Duration:
Projects duration: 1-2 semesters or longer. Estimated hours per week: 10-15
Minimum Requirements:
Motivated and responsible students are encouraged to apply. Familiarity with cell culture or simple chemical synthesis is desirable. Basic MATLAB or ImageJ skills are a plus.