UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal: Submission #351

Submission information
Submission Number: 351
Submission ID: 8001
Submission UUID: 5bb6d955-dd69-4ae0-911c-a6e7e2b7e8ef

Created: Mon, 07/10/2023 - 06:41 PM
Completed: Mon, 07/10/2023 - 07:02 PM
Changed: Tue, 09/19/2023 - 09:50 AM

Remote IP address: 144.174.212.29
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English

Is draft: No
Primary Research Mentor Name Paul Baker
Research Mentor Preferred Pronouns
When potential research assistants are reaching out via email, what is your preferred honorific? Paul
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) pab18df@fsu.edu
Position Title Graduate Student
Faculty Advisor Name
Faculty Advisor's FSU Email
FSU College (if applicable) Health and Human Sciences
FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation Florida State University
Headshot (optional) pbaker-hs-final-sm-web-300x300.jpg
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from above)
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Pronouns
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Honorific?
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated)
Name of Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) (if applicable)
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Title of the Project THE EFFECT OF NOX AND CREATINE MONOHYDRATE SUPPLEMENTATION ON MICROVASCULAR BLOOD FLOW REGULATION
Project Keywords Vascular physiology, Oxidative stress, Ergogenic supplement
Are you currently looking for research assistants? No
Number of Research Assistants Needed 2
Relevant Research Assistant Major(s) Open to all majors but science majors are preferred
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
If the project location is off campus, does the research assistant(s) need to provide their own transportation? On campus
Please select the choice that most accurately describes your expectations for the research assistant(s): In-person
Approximately how many hours a week would the research assistant(s) need to work? 10
Roughly what time frame do you expect research assistant(s) to work? Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Overall Research Project Description Impaired blood flow and elevated reactive oxygen species (ROS) indicate risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). In the vasculature, ROS is primarily generated from NADPH oxidase (NOX). Creatine monohydrate (CM) may reduce CVD risk by lowering ROS and increasing blood flow. The primary aim of the current study is to determine if NOX-derived ROS impairs skeletal muscle microvascular blood flow at rest and in response to a HC meal in sedentary older adults (50-70 years old) with overweight/obesity. Furthermore, we aim to investigate whether five-days of CM supplementation could increase macrovascular and skeletal muscle microvascular blood flow and reduce in-vivo ROS concentrations at rest and in response to a HC meal in sedentary older adults (50-70 years old) with overweight/obesity
Research Tasks -Hands-on data collection
-Data analysis
-Possibly some literature reviewing
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: -Motivated (required)
-Time management (required)
-Good work ethic (required)
-Willingness to learn (required)
-Good communication skills (required)
-Science background (recommended)
Mentoring Philosophy At the core of my mentoring philosophy lies the belief that every mentee is a reservoir of untapped potential. The mentorship journey commences with the identification and clarification of mentees' goals, which, combined with the evaluation of their unique talents and understanding, lays the groundwork for personalized growth plans. I prioritize establishing a relationship rooted in mutual respect, which fosters a nurturing environment conducive to open dialogue and mutual learning. An integral part of my approach is to cultivate ownership and accountability in mentees, imparting a sense of responsibility that fuels their commitment to their learning journey. Simultaneously, I share my experiences, providing both insights and tangible examples of real-world successes and failures. I strive to create an interactive learning environment that fosters curiosity and promotes learning through inquiry. By identifying what motivates each mentee, I can tailor my approach to keep them engaged and inspired. The balance of belief with action and experience is vital - it's not enough to believe in potential; it must be met with hard work and resilience. To this end, I create a safe environment where failure is embraced as a learning opportunity, and growth through challenges is encouraged. The cornerstone of this philosophy is to empower mentees to become proactive, resilient learners who can navigate the twists and turns of their personal and professional paths.
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Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication Yes
UROP Performance Evaluation Yes
Materials Grant Yes
UROP Poster Presentation Yes
Faculty Advisor Confirmation
Are you interested in attending in a UROP Research Mentor Workshop Series? No
Year 2023
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