University of Missouri-Columbia (MU) Plant Genomics Internships
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Deadline: |
February 15, 2013 |
Start Date: |
May 28, 2013 |
Duration: |
9 Weeks: May 28 - July 27, 2013 |
Location: |
Columbia, MO |
Area of Interest: |
 Arts Biomedical Sciences Engineering, Computer Science, and Applied Sciences Humanities Physical Sciences Social and Behavioral Sciences Other: |
Category: |
Education |
Description: |
The University of Missouri-Columbia (MU) is a nationally recognized center for plant genetics research and has been awarded over ten grants from the National Science Foundation to fund research in plant structural and functional genomics. Faculty in biological sciences, biochemistry, plant sciences/agronomy, and the USDA/ARS are eager to provide training opportunities for undergraduates who wish to participate in collaborative research. Research problems include: genome organization, gene expression, signal transduction, hormone action, organelle biochemistry, disease resistance, and crop plant productivity. Genomics approaches to understanding these problems include: genetic and physical mapping, multiple methods for functional analysis, and bioinformatics. |
Benefits: |
$3,600, one hour of academic credit, travel to and from Columbia, on-campus housing and meals. |
Major(s): |
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology |
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Year In School at start of program: |
Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior |
Employment Eligibility: |
Has Citizenship Has Permanent Residence Has Work Permit Other: |
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Resume Personal Statement Letters of Recommendation Other: Transcripts |
Contact: |
Dr. Linda Blockus |
Program Website: |
http://undergradresearch.missouri.edu/programs-jobs/programs/plant-genomics.php |
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