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Applied Mathematical and Computational Sciences
UI graduate faculty research projects in Applied Mathematical and Computational Sciences currently available to SROP scholars. Please check departmental websites for additional projects.
Gene Expression and Harmful Algal Bloom Dynamics
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Debashish Bhattacharya,
Associate Professor Department(s): Biological Science/ Evolution College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Interdisciplinary Program(s): Director, Genetics IDGP, Faculty, Applied Mathematical and Computational Sciences IDGP, Roy J. Carver Center for Comparative Genomics; Adjunct Scientist, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution |
| Objectives | The major goal of this project is to generate both complete genome and '454' cDNA sequence data from different cyanobacteria and dinoflagellates to identify and characterize saxitoxin genes involved in paralytic shellfish poisoning. |
| Undergraduate Role | Learn and use bioinformatic (genomic) methods and basic molecular biology methods such as nucleic acid extraction and PCR. |
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Minimum Qualifications |
Junior or senior in biology, computer science, or biochemistry with a background in molecular biology or programming/computational science. |
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Contact Information |
319-335-1977 debashi-bhattacharya@uiowa.edu Professor Debashish Bhattacharya |
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319-335- University website |