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Responsibilities include reading and learning about metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes, conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data alongside team members, as well as general lab maintenance and preparing materials for experiments. Trainees attend weekly lab meetings and present their progress twice a semester.

Willingness to participate in ambitious scientific project which will require hard work, independent and critical thinking, self-motivation and responsibility.

Our team is deeply committed to supporting student learning and professional growth. New students receive hands-on training, close mentoring from senior team members and the adviser, and plenty of opportunities to expand their research, scientific writing and communication skills. We are understanding of students' schedule and academic commitments but require at least 8 hours per week working on a project. We also strive so that students contribute to at least one publication in science journal. Our past students were admitted to the top medical schools or graduate programs, and we take great pride in helping them reach their goals.

Secondary contact: Edward Deehan, edeehan2@unl.edu

Responsibilities include general lab maintenance and assisting graduate students and post-doctoral researchers with experiments and analysis. Student researchers will be expected to keep an organized and detailed lab notebook.

We are looking for students with an interest in animal science and/or reproductive biology. We are looking for student researchers who are detail-oriented and excited to learn new skills. Student researchers must be willing to work in a team and troubleshoot alongside others to help solve problems.

Our lab is very teamwork-oriented, as many projects need multiple sets of hands. Incoming student researchers will be working alongside a graduate student or a postdoctoral researcher to complete a project, with flexibility to answer new questions based on the student’s specific interests. We are passionate about working with students to figure out their future goals and help them obtain the skills to reach those goals. We are flexible to accommodate for student class schedules. Student researchers will also be contributing to a project that aims to improve both human and agricultural health.

Students who have worked in our lab are often co-authors on scientific abstracts and papers in peer-reviewed journals. Many of our students have been successful in obtaining jobs, internships, and have been accepted into professional programs (medical school, vet school, dental school).

Secondary contact: Corrine Monaco, cmonaco3@unl.edu

Students may be trained in a variety of laboratory techniques including cell culture, protein extraction, immunoblotting, general lab skills (e.g., pipetting and making buffers), serum isolation, hormone assays, histology, immunohistochemistry, CASA etc. Students may also assist with animal (e.g., pigs and/or mice) work if desired. Some lab maintenance related to your research will be expected (e.g., autoclaving tips, labeling tubes, washing dishes etc).

The student should be detail-oriented, motivated to learn, dependable and organized. A genuine curiosity about how the body works (physiology), reproduction and/or animals as well as a professional interest in biology, human/veterinary medicine, animal science or related field is preferred.

I am committed to fostering a positive environment where students can grow professionally through this program. In terms of student learning, my team and I prioritize individualized attention and guidance. I understand that each student has unique strengths, interests, and learning styles. Therefore, I will work closely with you to understand your goals, aspirations, and research interests, and tailor my mentorship to suit your needs. I will provide guidance on research methodologies, help you develop critical thinking skills, and support you in exploring new areas of physiology research.

There is a possibility for a faculty paid extension of the position beyond 1 year if mutually agreeable. Past FYRE mentees successfully applied for UCARE grants and stayed in my lab another 1 year plus after the FYRE program ended.

Secondary contact: Caitlin Ross, caitlin.ross@huskers.unl.edu

Responsibilities include analyzing data alongside graduate student researchers; reading about metacognition and reflection; preparing text, tables, and figures for presentations and publications. Trainees will attend weekly research team meetings and present their progress twice a semester to the engineering education research community.

• Interested in understanding engineering education and engineering education research
• Desire to learn basic research skills
• Independent and responsible
• Organizational skills
• Proactive about seeking resources and help
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills
• Detail oriented when reading

While preference may be given to engineering students, all majors are welcome. This experience may also be suitable to those in science, technology, and math fields as well as the social sciences and education.

Trainees will receive systematic foundational instruction on engineering education research and engage in research with a larger research group including faculty, undergraduate, and graduate researchers of varying backgrounds. The aim is to develop independent researchers through involvement in an investigation: understanding research ethics, formulating research questions, conducting data analysis, interpreting results, and documenting findings.

The broader engineering education research community meets for professional development and social activities regularly across the semester. Trainees are encouraged and always welcome! Faculty will work individually with trainees to consider next steps in their academic and career paths. The faculty collectively have years of experience working with undergraduate researchers and first-year students. Please visit our website to learn about our current and past successful undergraduate student researchers (https://dber-engr.unl.edu/undergraduate-research)

Work schedules are flexible.

Secondary contact: Logan Perry, logan.perry@unl.edu

Primarily data collection which requires initial training on our paradigms and technologies, and then FYRE students would be able to make their own schedule to collect data. FYRE students are also expected to attend lab meetings if they fit into their course schedule. Lab meetings can be a combination of reading group discussions, larger real-world discussions, or info sessions on various professional development opportunities.

Curious, motivated, responsible, hardworking, able to work independently once trained and going but also willing to ask questions whenever you need anything. Time management can be helpful and it is good to have general interpersonal skills for interacting with participants.

All of our FYRE students receive initial trainings in ethics, lab protocols, lab technology (primarily eyetracking), and general experimental guidance. The purpose of having FYRE students attend lab meetings is to also help develop other professional skills. We have a very supportive and inclusive lab with folks at many different years of study and with very divergent backgrounds. This really adds to the cohesiveness of the lab group and makes folks feel more involved in the lab relative to if they just collected data on their own. I'm a first generation college student, an immigrant (Canada), and so it is important to me to provide opportunities to students seeking them. Lab is very supportive and the grad students often help as additional advisors but I am available to students at any time for anything. This is a good opportunity to learn about Cognitive Psychology research (a great inroads to neuroscience if you have those interests down the road) and we have had good success getting FYRE students a lot of critical opportunities.

Secondary contact: Emma Brase, ebrase4@huskers.unl.edu

- Field surveys and sample collection
- Fungal isolation in vitro
- Database and collection management
- Experimental design and statistical analyses
- Computational biology
- Reporting results at conferences

An interest in fungi or mycology, natural resources, or fundamental research, computational biology, or advanced lab techniques.

I have a "hands off" approach, but my relationship with students is based in 3 principles: good communication, consistency, and honesty. The expectations are that the student will follow those 3 principles as well and we will work together to make progress in our research goals that will translate in important advances in their professional career.

Secondary contact: Riley Eisenbraun, reisenbraun2@huskers.unl.edu

Responsibilities include arranging and describing archival records that include print documents, photographs, maps, architectural drawings, and digital files; conducting preservation-related tasks; creating inventories of the materials; and preparing the records for digitization. The student researcher will perform research to accurately identify individuals, places, and biological specimens depicted in the records.

We are looking for students with an interest in history, information technology, and/or biological sciences. The selected student will have excellent attention to detail, an ability to work independently and in a team-based environment, and a sense of curiosity.

The incoming student researcher will work with two faculty members from the University Libraries, one from Archives & Special Collections and one from the Center for Digital Research in the Humanities. The faculty members will work alongside the student researcher at every stage of this project. There are opportunities available for the student researcher to express interest in different aspects of the project and tailor some work assignments to meet those interests and gain specific skill sets to help meet future career goals.

Student researchers working with us have previously received credit as contributors or co-creators of published digital projects. Many students working in our departments have been successful in obtaining jobs or acceptance into graduate programs in the humanities and social sciences and professional programs in archives, library science, and information technology.

Secondary Contact: Emily Rau, erau2@unl.edu

Collect related articles on farm electrification; Read and analyze the collected articles; Summarize and organize the findings; Documentation of findings

Interests in system building and application design --- the output of the planned literature study is anticipated to guide the building of new systems that advance farm electrification; Self-motivated

The student will meet with the mentor weekly to discuss ideas and findings. The student will receive training in systematic literature review, which is, almost in all cases, the first step of good research project.

It is possible to convert the position to an undergraduate research assistant position after the FYRE program, depending on performance and funding availability.

Responsibilities include reading relevant research and review papers, conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data alongside graduate students and the adviser, as well as general lab maintenance and preparing materials for experiments. Trainees attend weekly lab meetings and present their progress twice a semester.

Curious about biology and how living systems function. Aptitude for and interest in hands on work in the lab. Ability to function as a responsible and respectful team member.

As an undergraduate researcher in our lab, you will receive mentorship and instruction from myself, graduate students and senior undergraduate students. We work as a team that values diversity and the contributions of all members. We meet weekly as a group to update progress and troubleshoot experiments together. Most students in the lab apply for and receive funding for their project either through UCARE or INBRE programs. We help you with those applications and mentor you through the process as well as other research presentation. 

Secondary contact: Sara Hopkins, shopkins6@huskers.unl.edu

-Conduct archival research (both in person and online) at different locations (Including History Nebraska, Legislature, Churches around Lincoln, etc.)
-Conduct library research and write a literature review
-Possibly conduct interviews and collect oral histories alongside mentors

This project welcomes students from all majors who are passionate about refugee and immigrant experiences. What matters most is your curiosity, your commitment to learning, and your enthusiasm for the topic. 

Student qualifications/characteristics:

-An interest in stories of immigrants and refugees in Nebraska
-Passion for telling the real history of immigrant and refugee communities in Nebraska
-Excellent reading and writing skills and ability to read dense material
-Responsible and detail oriented
-Cultural sensitivity and determination
-Interest in archival and library research
-Flexible hours (can work on your own schedule) as much of the research can be done remotely
-Students from any major can apply (but may be of special interest to students in Anthropology, Communication Studies, Modern Languages (Arabic, French, Russian, Spanish and others) Ethnic Studies, Global Studies, Political Science, Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs, English and other related disciplines).

Dr. Ibrahimpasic is passionate about working with students and guiding them through the research process. She enjoys helping students uncover information that has been hidden or forgotten and supporting them in crafting meaningful narratives from their discoveries. Much of this project involves spending time in the archives, where students will dig through dozens of boxes of documents to piece together the story of refugee experiences in Nebraska. These archival sessions are often engaging and lead to rich conversations about the topic and its broader implications.

Dr. Ibrahimpasic meets regularly with the research team—usually once a week either at the archives or in her office—to review findings, ask new questions, and pursue emerging leads. While archival research is an important component, much of the work can also be done online, allowing students the flexibility to manage their own schedules.

A key part of this research experience is sharing findings with broader audiences. Dr. Ibrahimpasic works closely with students to help them prepare posters and oral presentations for UNL’s Research Days in April. She also mentors students as they develop presentations for the Forced Migration Symposium, held on City Campus each spring. These opportunities allow students to engage in public scholarship, refine their communication skills, and connect their research to real-world conversations.

Understanding the demands of student life, Dr. Ibrahimpasic is flexible around exams, assignments, and other academic responsibilities. She also prioritizes building a sense of community within the research team, often organizing casual coffee meetings a few times each semester. These gatherings provide space for discussing the project, sharing interests, and talking about students’ academic and career goals.

For Dr. Ibrahimpasic, this work is not only about research—it’s about mentoring students, helping them discover their passions, and supporting their personal and academic growth.

Secondary contact: Julia Reilly, jreilly3@nebraska.edu

Responsibilities include attending team meetings (Wednesdays at 3:30 PM for Fall Semester, Spring- TBD), commitment to learning observational coding and completing coding cases. Students are expected to master the training in the fall semester and independently complete cases in spring semester. The lab is also in the process of starting new online survey and interview projects with parents about their infant feeding practices in relation to parents’ mental health and wellbeing and infant’s physical health. Additional tasks may include recruitment of new participants into the study and transcription of recorded interviews.

All training is provided - and we are looking for students with a growth-oriented and flexible mindset, a solid sense of responsibility, and a genuine interest in family relationships research.

I support student learning, training, and development by creating scaffolded experiences for each student to meet their individual goals and by cultivating a supportive lab environment. I’ve been a FYRE mentor for two students, and both have been selected for competitive UCARE awards after the FYRE experience. One of the former FYRE/UCARE students even presented our findings at a professional conference and published a co-authored paper in a peer-reviewed journal.

For each student, I cultivate a sense of belonging in the research environment first by clearly articulating the importance of each student’s work in relation to the overall whole. I believe that when students know how their work contributes to the overall enterprise of the lab and later presentations and publications which may shape the field, students are able to gain an appreciation of the importance of their own work and belonging. Beyond understanding their work’s significance, I host informal gatherings (e.g., bowling and pizza night) and encourage connection-building conversations about life. Finally, I am accessible to the lab students through regular meetings and our electronic communication and task management interface, Basecamp.

Secondary contact: Jiabin Lyu, jlyu5@huskers.unl.edu

Responsibilities include (1) reading literature about nutrient metabolism, cell signaling, and metabolic diseases, (2) preparing materials and reagents for experiments, (3) learning experimental techniques, (4) conducting experiments to collect data, (5) analyzing and presenting data, and (6) writing a lab notebook. Trainees will collaborate with graduate students and the adviser. Trainees are expected to attend lab meetings and present their progress.

An interest and enthusiasm in research about nutrient metabolism and metabolic diseases, such as fatty liver disease, obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Students from biology-related disciplines, such as biochemistry, biological sciences, nutrition, and microbiology, and pursuing graduate study (e.g., graduate school, medical school), are preferred.

Trainees will have weekly meetings with their advisor and will collaborate with postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and senior undergraduates. They are encouraged to attend lab meetings and present their progress twice each semester. The laboratory in the Beadle Center is equipped with a wide variety of research instruments in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and molecular genetics.

Secondary contact: Heejeong Kim, hkim7@unl.edu

The FYRE student will be part of a very active research team with undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral researchers both at UNL and meeting virtually with our collaborator lab at UC Berkeley. The student will participate in all aspects of research, including group meetings, field collections, culturing the colony, and breeding and genome sequencing to understand the genetic basis of the wing dimorphism that enables dispersal and flight across these crickets species.

We are looking for a student who is responsible and curious, who works well both in a team and independently, and with some interest in genetics, physiology, or evolution.

The cricket research team at UNL is a very active group with 2 postdocs, 2 graduate students, and 3-4 undergraduate researchers.

Undergraduates in the Montooth Lab are fully engaged members of the lab who participate in lab meetings, lab activities, and work collaboratively in a space that is designed to empower students through discovery. The lab serves as a home base for students, with computers and lunch/break spaces where undergraduates can work and have fun with other members of the lab. Dr. Montooth has an open-door policy and likes to work with students both at the lab bench and on the computer to collaborate on experimental design, data analysis, and presentations to disseminate results. Students know that their work will lead to co-authorship on manuscripts that include their data, which fosters both ownership and belonging. The cricket team within the Montooth Lab is a dynamic and active research group with 2 postdocs, 2 graduate students, and 3-4 undergraduate researchers, who also meet biweekly and in person at an annual retreat with our collaborators at UC Berkeley. Our weekly group meetings provide opportunities for collaborative design, presentation of data and results, and positive and constructive feedback. The lab provides mentoring that supports student academic success and professional development toward diverse careers for many undergraduate researchers that are active participants in FYRE, STEM-POWER, and UCARE, providing a vibrant environment for student belonging and success through peer mentoring and professional development activities, such as preparing and disseminating research results at local and national meetings and providing resources to assist students as they apply for jobs or further training in graduate or professional degree programs.

Secondary contact: Colin Meiklejohn, cmeiklejohn2@unl.edu

The FYRE Scholar will work on protein engineering to produce channelrhodopsins from Chlamydomonas. Under the supervision of Dr. Hideaki Moriyama, the student will conduct research in compliance with UNL’s safety regulations.

This project involves international collaboration with Italy and Japan. The channelrhodopsins designed by the FYRE Scholar may undergo artificial evolution and contribute to the development of novel materials. To study their structure and function, high-intensity light facilities (e.g., free-electron lasers) or microgravity environments (e.g., the International Space Station) may be used.

Scholars must commit to two consecutive research days per week, with at least three hours each day. The research period will cover the first 10 weeks of the semester. I understand this is a significant time commitment, but it is essential for maintaining safety in the lab. Scheduling will be discussed in advance. If you cannot meet this time requirement, you will not be able to join the project.

The FYRE Scholar will gain knowledge and training in the following areas: UNL safety policies; Ethics of genetic engineering; Emotional literacy; Basics of artificial intelligence; Aseptic techniques; Recombinant DNA methods; Protein structure and function; Fundamentals of light quantum physics; Use of space environments; Computer programming; Machine learning; Scientific communication.

The primary responsibilities for this project include:

1) Reading and acquiring the knowledge to understand the context of the work in the field and becoming proficient in biochemical and microbial techniques, particularly protein purification and bacterial cell culture.
2) Working collaboratively with other members of the group to collect and analyze data.
3) Participating in discussions, in weekly lab meetings and other forums.

The only really unique requirement for these projects is curiosity about the microbial world and the desire to use molecular tools to understand it. All of the technical aspects can be taught, but an organized mind and attention to detail will make this process much easier. The skills used in this project will synergize best with students pursuing courses of study in the life sciences and quantitative sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Microbiology and related disciplines like Forensic Science and Food Science).

Regardless of the level of trainee, my primary goal is always to help foster a genuine spirit of inquiry. Undergraduates from my group have gone on to graduate programs and professional schools in the past and I’ve generally found that training in quantitative biology is useful throughout. Because my group sits at the interface between groups in several respects; I hold a joint appointment between Biochemistry and Food Science, my group uses techniques from structural biology and microbiology and I’m a member of multiple centers (the Nebraska Center for Integrated Biomolecular Communication and the Nebraska Food for Health Center), anyone working in my group has to comfortable interacting with people from other disciplines who often have a very different perspective on what questions are important. That dialogue is a key factor in what makes multi-disciplinary groups, including my group, successful.

Secondary contact: Rabab Madhi, rmahdi3@huskers.unl.edu

As a student trainee, you’ll start by learning the basics of microscopy and how we use it in our research. You’ll help run experiments, collect and analyze data, and work closely with senior students and the adviser. You’ll also take part in preparing materials and keeping the lab organized. Each week, you’ll join lab meetings to stay connected with the team, and you’ll have the chance to present your progress during the semester—great experience for building your confidence and communication skills.

We’re looking for students who are responsible, detail-oriented, and have strong reading and writing skills—especially when it comes to understanding scientific articles. Students from any major are welcome to apply, though this opportunity may be especially interesting to those studying Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical or Biological Engineering, or other related fields.

Our team is deeply committed to supporting student learning, professional growth, and creating a welcoming, inclusive lab environment. New students receive hands-on training, close mentoring from senior students and the adviser, and plenty of opportunities to build research and communication skills. We hold regular lab meetings to foster collaboration and discussion, and we value each student’s contributions, no matter their background or experience level. We are flexible with student schedules and understand the importance of balancing academics, work, and personal commitments. Some tasks may even be done remotely, depending on the project. Our past students have gone on to top graduate programs, and we take pride in helping them reach their goals.

Secondary Contact: Luke Schwaninger, lschwaninger2@huskers.unl.edu

Students will be trained on acoustic analyses using software such as Raven Pro, Audacity, and R. One key component is annotating (i.e., marking) relevant sounds within a soundscape recording to manually extract reliable data. These data points can be analyzed directly, or may be used to train machine-learning algorithms to increase the scale of data extraction. Interested students may delve into emerging machine-learning and AI-based sound classifiers to take the research to the next level.

The most important qualification is the ability to manage time, and to maintain good communication so that we can work around constraints like class and exam schedules. We welcome students who are deeply interested in ecology and natural resources but may not have prior research experience. Acoustic monitoring is a rapidly growing method/field within ecology and conservation, and this work will provide useful skillsets for entry into future opportunities.

The student's work will be overseen by Professor Shizuka, but the day-to-day work will be coordinated by the lab manager, who is a UNL grad who has direct experience with the challenges of working as an undergraduate student. The Shizuka Lab considers belonging and development of teamwork to be of primary importance. See the lab website (shizukalab.org) for more information. The work will be conducted at workstations in Manter Hall. Students will also be offered to join optional field research opportunities, such as bird banding and field data collection (often on weekends).

Secondary contact: Aidan Hand, ahand6@huskers.unl.edu

Undergraduate Research Assistants who work on the project may participate in many aspects of the research process including: (1) study material development, (2) literature reviews, (3) data coding and data analysis, etc. In the 2025 – 2026 year, RAs will spend most of their time assisting with future project development, literature reviews, and assisting interdisciplinary research advancing access to civil justice. RAs attend bi-weekly lab meetings, may be asked to work specific hours, and are generally expected to complete the assigned work on time. In addition to the research experience, the CC&L lab provides professional development workshops and discussions.

The most important qualification is a keen interest in law-psychology, and in particular the desire to gain a better understanding of civil justice. (The best research experiences are the ones you are excited about!) Applicants should also be organized and willing to put in the necessary time to ensure attention to detail. Members of the lab typically work in an interdisciplinary team environment and are encourage to have good communication skills. General knowledge of social psychology and/or law are useful but not a requirement.

Students in this program will be integrated into the lab along with other undergraduate research assistants, graduate students, and myself. We meet biweekly as a large group to discuss ongoing projects, professional development, and generally “check in” on how everything is going in the lab. In addition, I meet individually, or in small groups with students, to advance individual projects. Students should expect an experience where they get to work closely with advanced graduate students and myself.

Responsibilities include reading and learning about reproductive biology, general lab maintenance, preparing materials for experiments, conducting experiments and analyzing data alongside graduate student mentors and the adviser. Trainees are expected to keep a thorough lab notebook, attend weekly lab meetings and present their progress twice a semester.

As scientists, we are strongly driven to understand “why.” Why do certain biological traits act in a specific fashion? Why do some animals have “good” characteristics others have “bad” characteristics for a specific biological trait? Why are some animals fertile, whereas others are infertile? Our laboratory primarily focuses on biological mechanisms associated with reproductive traits. We are looking for students with an animal science, veterinary science or reproductive biology interest. Moreover, trainees should be detail-oriented, strong at reading and writing skills, enthusiastic to learn new skills and motivated to understand “why.”

Based on 25 years of experience teaching reproductive biology to undergraduate students and his involvement with the recruitment of high school students, Dr. White and members of his laboratory are highly relatable to students from different backgrounds and truly enjoy training/mentoring young people. Our laboratory works as a team, an attribute that is very important to successful scientific research. Weekly lab meetings help build teamwork and include fun events like birthday celebrations. New students in the laboratory work alongside graduate students and technicians to develop skills for conducting research experiments and analyzing the results. As trainees gain experience, they become more independent and can explore research questions specific to their interests. We realize that academics and extracurricular activities are very important to student success. So, we are also flexible with student course and activity schedules.

Student researchers are rewarded for their efforts with co-authorship on scientific abstracts and journal articles. Many scientific organizations now provide excellent opportunities for undergraduate students to submit abstracts and present data from their research experiments. Previous students have successfully obtained internships, jobs and graduate school opportunities in the field of reproductive biology. Other students have gone on to professional programs (veterinary and medical schools).

Secondary contact: Scott Kurz, skurz2@unl.edu

Responsibilities include general lab maintenance and assisting graduate students and other researchers with laboratory protocols from sample organization to data collection and analysis. Student researchers will be expected to keep an organized and detailed lab notebook. Some projects may also provide opportunities for preparing museum specimens and taking of morphological data within the Nebraska State Museum.

We are looking for students with an interest in conservation genetics and biological sciences, wildlife, or fisheries. Potential students should be detail-oriented and excited to learn new skills. Student researchers must be willing to work in a team setting and alongside other students to help solve problems.

The SNR conservation genomics lab and State Museum Zoology Division has fostered an environment where students can be creative, support each other, and can explore career paths. Students supporting students provide the laboratory members with a foundation for personal and professional support network as they continue their professional career in STEM. As such, our lab is a team-oriented environment which is predicated on group learning. Incoming students will be working in a lab composed of young researchers at various stages of their career from other undergraduates just starting out to post-doctoral researchers and faculty members.

Students typically start assisting more experience researchers or help with smaller projects such as molecular sexing birds or using classical DNA sequencing techniques for species ID. As students' skills progress, students are afforded leadership roles by training other students in laboratory methods regardless of class standing and is based on experience.

Secondary contact: Sarah Sonsthagen, ssonsthagen2@unl.edu

Responsibilities will include reading and learning about the impacts of natural hazards on agricultural communities, reviewing and creating geospatial datasources and aerial imagery, analyzing data alongside research team.

An interest in the impacts of natural hazards on our communities. Willingness to learn and use GIS software.

Flexible work schedule and workplace. Office and desktop can be provided, if helpful, but remote work is most welcome. Will involve close mentorship of faculty mentor with secondary mentorship from graduate and other undergraduate students.

Apply language models such as GPT.
Program and automate the process by python.
Visualization work based on website or database.

Open to any students interested in Science, Computing, and Data analysis.
Python programming skills are preferred, but can be learnt quickly if you are a quick learner.
Although the work can be remote, students should have sufficient committed time and effort to be a responsible lab member.

Students from all domains are welcomed. We encourage those who are open-minded in science and curious in technology to join us. We encourage busy and distracted students to set up a good plan and schedule before joining the lab.

If the students turn out to be interested in bioinformatics and data analysis by the end of FYRE program, the mentor will help the student to develop a long term career plan with deeper research experience. Students and the mentor can also opt out of the long term relationship if FYRE does not work out well.

Tasks and responsibilities include general lab maintenance and assisting graduate students and postdocs with cloning, expression and purification of proteins from E. coli; data curation and analysis. The student researchers will receive training in experimental documentation and data analysis. Over the long term, the project may expand to learning how to structurally characterize proteins using protein crystallography and single-particle cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM).

Students are expected to be self-motivated, well organized, willing to work in a fast-paced environment, attentive to detail, and possess an excellent work ethic and desire to improve every day. A curiosity about the structure and function of proteins, as well as a professional interest in biomedical research or biotechnology, is preferred. 

No prior research experience in biochemistry or molecular biology is required. 

The undergraduate researchers of this position will work closely with the postdocs and graduate students to actively contribute to cutting-edge research on the molecular basis of the project. All the necessary training will be provided initially. Once training is completed, the undergraduate researchers will be expected to work semi-independently and collaboratively with other group members.  

Many undergraduate students who worked in our lab have co-authored papers in peer-reviewed journals and have been successful in obtaining jobs or receiving offers from professional programs, such as medical school and graduate school. 

Responsibilities include reading and learning about virology, immunology, and molecular biology, with a focus on Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and its interactions with the human immune system. Students will assist in conducting experiments, such as cell culture, PCR, and protein analysis, under the guidance of graduate students and the principal investigator. Tasks also involve collecting and analyzing data, maintaining lab records, and preparing materials for experiments.
Students will participate in basic lab maintenance, including equipment care and inventory management.

Enthusiasm for biology, medicine, or public health. Curiosity about viruses and the immune system. Interest in scientific discovery and its impact on human health. Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn new techniques. Good organizational skills and reliability. Ability to work in a team and communicate ideas clearly. Comfort with basic math and data analysis.
Students from any major can apply, but may be especially appealing to those interested in biology, biochemistry, pre-med, or related fields. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including students underrepresented in STEM or first-generation college students.

In our lab, we foster a supportive environment where every student's contribution is valued. As your mentor, I'm committed to guiding you through virology and immunology research, ensuring you gain hands-on experience and develop critical thinking skills. Our team works collaboratively to support your learning and professional development through lab meetings and flexible scheduling to accommodate your classes. We take pride in helping students build strong foundations for their future careers, with many alumni entering top graduate and medical programs.