UROP Project
Genetics, Genomics, Epigenomics, G4 DNA, Maize, Human
Research Mentor: bass@bio.fsu.edu Dr. Hank Bass, Prefer Hank, will also respond to Dr., Mr., or Professor
Department, College, Affiliation: Florida State University, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: bass@bio.fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): bass@bio.fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: bass@bio.fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Hank Bass
Faculty Collaborators Email:
Department, College, Affiliation: Florida State University, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: bass@bio.fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): bass@bio.fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: bass@bio.fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Hank Bass
Faculty Collaborators Email:
Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors, proficiency, interest, or computer expertise is most important. Interest in biology & genes is also important.
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: ZOOM LINK FOR EACH is
https://fsu.zoom.us/j/99342963404?pwd=JbOEuGbp5vVnvPKAMTihhbxafFmPq5.1
passcode = maize333
9/3 TUE 1-1:30 PM, genomics, Prof. Bass
9/5 THUR 1-1:30 PM, sci comm, Prof. Bass & Grad student Sheridan
9/6 FRI 12-12:30 PM, either project in case unable to attend Tue or Thur, Prof Bass
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors, proficiency, interest, or computer expertise is most important. Interest in biology & genes is also important.
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: ZOOM LINK FOR EACH is
https://fsu.zoom.us/j/99342963404?pwd=JbOEuGbp5vVnvPKAMTihhbxafFmPq5.1
passcode = maize333
9/3 TUE 1-1:30 PM, genomics, Prof. Bass
9/5 THUR 1-1:30 PM, sci comm, Prof. Bass & Grad student Sheridan
9/6 FRI 12-12:30 PM, either project in case unable to attend Tue or Thur, Prof Bass
Project Description
Analysis of large genomic data sets related to the maize or human chromatin project or G-quaduplex (G4 DNA) motifs, DNA replication, or some combination of those.Students will develop computation skills learned from Dr. Bass, their home dept, and online self-taught resources. We are interested in understanding questions of structure-function relationships that operate on DNA, chromatin, and chromosomes in our model genetic organism, maize (Zea
mays) or newer projects or with human chromatin via funded collaborators.
Additional projects exist (molecular biology & microscopy) and students will be exposed to those areas of research through required participation in our weekly Bass Lab Group Meetings.
Research Tasks: Learn and do computer work in the area of genomics.
Participate in lab meetings. Write proposals to secure research scholarships.
Explore, inquire, & discover - it's hard work but much fun!
Learn how to design, execute, and interpret experiments - become an explorer of the unknown.
Organize and disseminate scientific information during lab meetings, local posters, and, if possible, major scientific conferences and publications.
More info on the bass lab members here:
http://www.bio.fsu.edu/bass/people
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required:
(1) Serious desire & commitment to learning how to do science.
(2) Ability to do or learn computational genomics.
(3) Good work ethic, teamwork, and commitment to a positive & healthy work environment.
Recommended:
(1) Interest in genomics or genetics or plants (maize).
(2) Self-motivated, proactive participant and self-teaching learner.
Mentoring Philosophy
As a Professor of Biological Science, my focus is on studying plant genetics, maize epigenomics, and genome architecture, utilizing 3D imaging, molecular genetics, and genomics.My students are engaged, therefore, in our shared research goals.
My mentoring philosophy involves treating students as though they are already in the next stage of their professional development.
While the expectations are high, I make sure to acknowledge and support their efforts, training, and growth, irrespective of the outcome of their projects.
By doing so, they experience the ups and downs of being a real scientist and receive meaningful guidance and skills to enhance and apply their education.
To bring this philosophy to life, I help my students produce lasting contributions from their work in the form of presentations or peer-reviewed publications. This enables them to make a tangible impact and gain recognition for their work.
After working with student scholars at FSU for over 20 years, I created the E3 principle of student mentoring - Empowerment, Excellence, and Elevation.
EMPOWERMENT: Creating opportunities for additional career growth and putting students in charge of their projects for them to learn to own and enjoy their achievements.
EXCELLENCE: Hands-on training teaches excellence in scholarship, and how adhering to high standards in data quality and management can lead to success.
ELEVATION: Providing opportunities to excel beyond the traditional student experience, embedding them in conferences, scientific discussions, and collaborations. These activities elevate their performance, confidence, and competitiveness for their future careers.
Additional Information
9/3, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM. "Computational Genomics" UROP, Fa24, with Prof. Hank BassZoom Link:
https://fsu.zoom.us/j/99342963404?pwd=JbOEuGbp5vVnvPKAMTihhbxafFmPq5.1
Zoom passcode = maize333
Alt. time, 9/6 Friday, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM, Prof. Bass avail to discus either of two UROP projects
Same zoom link & passcode