UROP Project
Investigating the impacts of salinity on oysters through predation and physiology
ecology, marine, predator-prey, abiotic, climate change, coastal, estuary, biology
Research Mentor: Donaven Baughman, He
Department, College, Affiliation: Biological Sciences, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: dbaughman@fsu.edu
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Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Biological Science, Environmental Science
Project Location: 3618 US-98, St Teresa, FL 32358. Florida State University Coastal & Marine Lab
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Biological Science, Environmental Science
Project Location: 3618 US-98, St Teresa, FL 32358. Florida State University Coastal & Marine Lab
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
This project is part of my Ph.D dissertation and uses a combination of experimental aquarium tests and field research to investigate the effects of salinity regime (low, medium, high) and predation risk on oysters. Specifically, we will investigate how salinity stress and predation risk combine to alter energetic uptake and expenditure, and how these changes in energetic allocation may impact the performance of oysters in terms of growth, survival, and reproduction.Research Tasks: Tasks included with this project include the care, maintenance, and tracking of individual oysters that are grown in the lab in aquarium systems, and in the field in predator-exclusion cages. Specifically, we take care of the aquaria systems that the oysters live in by conducting daily water changes, adjusting salinity levels to stay within treatment range, and feeding oysters their daily ration of food. Additionally, we take care of the oyster predators who are housed in separate aquariums, and use the predators in oyster aquaria to expose the oysters to predator cues during their development.
Other tasks include data collection on the growth rate, weight, and other morphological characteristics of oysters (i.e. shell area, shell thickness, etc.), collecting data on water parameters that the oysters live in (pH, temperature, salinity, ammonia, nitrate levels), and collecting data on oyster metabolism by measuring their filtration rate (amount of algae filtered out of the water) and energy use (oxygen consumption rate).
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Data collection -- required
Reliability -- required
Measurement/lab skills (i.e., using scales, calipers, pipettes, beakers, etc.) -- recommended
Aquarium maintenance (i.e. water changes, algae scrubs, water parameter testing) -- recommended
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring philosophy would be to teach the student researcher any skills necessary to complete their portions of the project, and assist them in creating a research project of their own in which they learn important ecological skills during their contributions to their own project, as well as through assisting in my project. I imagine that after a few weeks of training, the student would have a relatively good handle on the general tasks to be completed, and would be granted an amount of independence when contributing to my project. I do not want to micromanage the student, but I want to know that the work is being done thoroughly, consistently, and accurately. Through these standards, our science will be conducted reliably and effectively.Additional Information
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Experiences of Sexual Abuse Survivors with Parent Disclosure Response
sexual abuse, disclosure, survivors, victims, qualitative
Research Mentor: Ms. Darrian McKiernan, she/her
Department, College, Affiliation: Marriage and Family Therapy, Human Sciences
Contact Email: dmm21i@fsu.edu
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Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Lenore McWey she/her
Faculty Collaborators Email: lmcwey@fsu.edu
Department, College, Affiliation: Marriage and Family Therapy, Human Sciences
Contact Email: dmm21i@fsu.edu
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Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Lenore McWey she/her
Faculty Collaborators Email: lmcwey@fsu.edu
Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 3
Relevant Majors: psychology, family studies, therapy, social sciences
Project Location: virtual
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 hours, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 3
Relevant Majors: psychology, family studies, therapy, social sciences
Project Location: virtual
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 hours, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
The research project aims to qualitatively explore the experiences of sexual abuse survivors who have disclosed their abuse to a parent. Participants will be interviewed, results will be transcribed then coded, and a grounded theory analysis will be utilized. The entirety of the project will take place virtually. The project deadline is May 2024, so the research team will prioritize steady forward progress.Research Tasks: assisting with interviews (if desired), interview transcription, coding and data analysis, weekly virtual meetings with the research team
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: proficient typing speed (required), organized (required), time management skills (required), availability to meet weekly
Mentoring Philosophy
My approach to mentoring is influenced by personal, clinical, and professional experiences. These experiences inform an effective philosophy that facilities a growth-oriented mentoring experience. My approach is driven by 3 core objectives: (1) assisting mentees in critically examining the experiences of people within communities from a research lens; (2) connecting with mentees in a way that fosters safety to explore, inquire, and challenge themselves; and (3) creating an environment for mentees of diverse backgrounds to feel respected and supported in their goals.Additional Information
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A scalable Mediterranean-ketogenic nutrition intervention to improve gut and brain health in underserved rural older adults with mild cognitive impairment
lifestyle intervention, Alzheimer's, dementia, rural, brain health, gut-brain axis
Research Mentor: Dr. Julia Sheffler, She, her
Department, College, Affiliation: BSSM, Center for Translational Behavioral Science, Medicine
Contact Email: julia.sheffler@med.fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: BSSM, Center for Translational Behavioral Science, Medicine
Contact Email: julia.sheffler@med.fsu.edu
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Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Psychology, Nutrition, Exercise physiology, neuroscience, any pre-med tracks, any major with interest in aging and/or Alzheimer's research
Project Location: 2010 Levy Ave, Research Building B
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Psychology, Nutrition, Exercise physiology, neuroscience, any pre-med tracks, any major with interest in aging and/or Alzheimer's research
Project Location: 2010 Levy Ave, Research Building B
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
Current projects in the lab focus on developing lifestyle interventions for older adults at risk for Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Students will have access to previously collected data and will be involved in recruiting and preparing for a clinical trial set to begin in the spring. More information about my lab and the center can be found here: https://ctbs.fsu.edu/programs/integrative-science-healthy-agingResearch Tasks: literature review, screening participants, preparing intervention and assessment materials for the clinical trial, assisting with data collection and other laboratory tasks as needed, guided data analysis, developing and completing the UROP project
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required: good time management, professional behavior, exposure to APA style, good interpersonal skills, self-motivated
Recommended: experience with excel or SPSS, experience writing in APA style, completion of a Research Methods course; strong interest in aging and/or Alzheimer's research
Mentoring Philosophy
As a research mentor, my primary goal is to provide students with the knowledge, resources, and experiences that will allow them to see how research is a relevant and powerful tool, regardless of the career path they choose. As a teacher, my goal is to provide students with an interactive and challenging classroom experiences that provides opportunities for critical thinking. Given my background as a psychologist, I have found that some of my clinical training overlaps with teaching and mentoring. For example, motivational interviewing’s foundational spirit of compassion, acceptance, partnership, and respect is directly applicable to a classroom setting. I believe the concepts of open collaboration and goal setting, while increasing motivation and autonomy are key to being an inclusive mentor and effective instructor.Additional Information
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https://ctbs.fsu.edu/programs/integrative-science-healthy-aging"Who do women talk to about relationships and abuse?": A Cross-cultural Comparison of Social Support to inform Primary Prevention Against Intimate Partner Violence
primary prevention, IPV, social support, disclosure, help-seeking
Research Mentor: Ms. Pooja Ichplani, she, her, hers
Department, College, Affiliation: School of Communication, Communication and Information
Contact Email: pichplani@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: School of Communication, Communication and Information
Contact Email: pichplani@fsu.edu
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Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Sociology
Social Sciences
Communication
Criminology
Public Health
Social work
Interdisciplinary health science
Community healthcare
Psychology
Statistics
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Not public transport, but if RAs would like to accompany me for activities related to data collection, I can pick them up from campus location. Address not decided, but it will be in Big Bend Area. This is not an absolute requirement. Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Sociology
Social Sciences
Communication
Criminology
Public Health
Social work
Interdisciplinary health science
Community healthcare
Psychology
Statistics
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Not public transport, but if RAs would like to accompany me for activities related to data collection, I can pick them up from campus location. Address not decided, but it will be in Big Bend Area. This is not an absolute requirement. Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
Tackling IPV requires simultaneous interventions to address structural barriers to familial as well as individual agency (Pells et al., 2016). But Meyer (2016) also advocated for early interventions to strengthen the support that is needed to identify IPV. To this effect, a balanced policy approach was proposed for an increase in social capital in terms of collective efficacy, sense of community, and neighborhood cohesion (Goodmark, 2018), especially in ethnically diverse communities e.g., Asian Indians (Voith, 2019; Yoshihama et al., 2012), to influence social disapproval of IPV. Direct interventions for informal supporters of the survivors are key to IPV management in the U.K.’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Gregory et al., 2017), but we do not know how to adopt this approach for different settings. Urging to integrate experiential education in social network interventions, Edwards and Ullman (2016) argue that providing opportunities to role-play one’s responses in a supportive manner to individuals who disclose assault could strengthen their actual social support. While preliminary results of such an intervention are promising (Edwards & Ullman, 2016), understanding the role of stigma in social reactions to IPV disclosure is critical (Yndo et al., 2019), only then can the bystander intervention to IPV can be an effective feedback loop (Pagliaro et al., 2022). So, engaging relational ties before abuse, may reduce the magnitude of stigma that influences their support.To this end, a mixed methods study will be conducted wherein qualitative phase will include interactions with survivors of IPV to learn about the role of social networks in their journeys from abuse to recovery, while a quantitative phase will identify the types of interpersonal network ties (INTs) who are currently available to women at-risk of IPV, and the strength of such relationships, and whether that determines potential IPV-related social support and help-seeking/disclosure.
Research Tasks: CITI training for human subject research (online/mandatory);
Data collection and interviews or survey investigation (off-campus in Big Bend counties, if interested);
Thematic coding and data analysis (mandatory).
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Recommended: Ethics of research; community work; familiarity with Florida-specific laws, policies, interventions about IPV or domestic violence; familiarity with SPSS or R Studio; social network analysis.
Required: Diligence and commitment. No required skill otherwise; project-specific orientation/training will be done.
Mentoring Philosophy
Developing a mutual relationship with my mentee is the topmost priority. I am not just trying to give you the training within the scope of this project, but also willing to learn from your experiences. I believe in experiential learning, so giving you the space and freedom to think critically is a value addition, regardless of your college major. I also feel making mistakes is part of learning, and as long as an individual is aware of it and willing to learn from and correct them, it is a job well done. I always make sure that I meet with my mentees every week so we touch base not only about the progress or task completion, but about your well-being in general. I also make time when a mentee requires one-on-one support over a team meeting. Last but not the least, I am responsible to accommodate your course load and find mutually convenient schedules, and not have harsh deadlines or meeting requirements per se. We are going to work in an environment that is beneficial for everyone. Team work indeed, makes the dream work.Additional Information
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https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Pooja-IchplaniAlgae Bricks
Algae, Building, Carbon
Research Mentor: Sungmoon Jung,
Department, College, Affiliation: Civil and Environmental Engineering, FSU-FAMU College of Engineering
Contact Email: sjung@eng.famu.fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Civil and Environmental Engineering, FSU-FAMU College of Engineering
Contact Email: sjung@eng.famu.fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Engineering preferred; but open to any major
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Bus available to FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5 to 10 hours per week, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Engineering preferred; but open to any major
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Bus available to FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5 to 10 hours per week, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
Construction materials are one of the largest sources of carbon emissions. Construction materials using algae have been studied as carbon-neutral and possibly carbon-negative alternative. Examples include a new company making algae bricks in Colorado, USA, and algae-based bricks used in a eco village in Ningbo, China. However, much more studies are needed to improve them. In this research project, the student will study existing methods of algae bricks, propose a new idea to improve, and produce a prototype and test.Research Tasks: 1) Literature review of algae bricks, algae strength, algae-based production; 2) Production of a prototype in the lab; 3) Testing the performance of the prototype
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required: ability to read and summarize the literature, ability to work in the lab to develop a prototype, ability to collaborate with a graduate student to learn how to test the specimen and analyze
Mentoring Philosophy
My philosophy on research is that we should have fun while doing it! I'd like to talk to the student in the beginning to understand the interest, then tailor the tasks to make it more fun, which in turn will lead to better learning experience.Additional Information
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***Black Joy in Green Spaces
Black people; joy; collective autoethnographic research; photo-elicitation interviewing; sunsets; nature
Research Mentor: Dr. Chris Omni, Ph.D. MPH, MLS, she/her
Department, College, Affiliation: Geography, Social Sciences and Public Policy
Contact Email: Comni@fsu.edu
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Faculty Collaborators Email: Comni@fsu.edu
Department, College, Affiliation: Geography, Social Sciences and Public Policy
Contact Email: Comni@fsu.edu
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Research Assistant Supervisor Email: Comni@fsu.edu
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Faculty Collaborators Email: Comni@fsu.edu
Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: Most meetings will occur remotely; however, a minimum of two meetings per semester will be held in-person.
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: A committed 10 hours per week. We are building a legacy of Black Joy scholarship, service, and soundtracks. This will be a labor of love for everyone involved., Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: Most meetings will occur remotely; however, a minimum of two meetings per semester will be held in-person.
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: A committed 10 hours per week. We are building a legacy of Black Joy scholarship, service, and soundtracks. This will be a labor of love for everyone involved., Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
Black Joy in Green Spaces will focus on three projects:1) to conduct literature reviews on nature's influence on emotional, physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual well-being
2) participation in a walking art pilot study, Soles of Black Folks, that explores the relationship between emotional well-being and observing the sunset
3) data collection and analysis of the pilot study
It is my vision to create a “mock doc” experience for the two research mentees selected for this project. Mock doc is short for mock doctoral experience. Collectively, the team will develop* a pilot study that utilizes the methodologies of Endarkened, Visual Narrative Inquiry and photo-elicitation interviewing to explore the connections between container gardening, health, and the experiences of Black people. As a final output, the research mentees will write a publishable report that closely mirrors the five chapters associated with dissertations. Ideally, the mentees will also have an opportunity to share their preliminary findings during the 2024 International Association of Autoethnography and Narrative Inquiry.
The Blacktivate Joy Symposium tasks will be ongoing. The tentative symposium date is set for April in honor of Minority Health Awareness Month.
The 2023/2024 term will represent the developmental stages of the study. It is my aim that the two research mentees selected for this project will return during the 2024/2025 term to implement their research.
Research Tasks: literature reviews, data collection, data analysis, IRB training, field work
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: The research assistants selected for Black Joy in Green Spaces must be flexible, open, optimistic, and dedicated.
Flexible: Some weeks you will be responsible to co-lead the meetings because I will be presenting at conferences around the globe.
Open: Be receptive to various styles of communication and learning.
Optimistic: Believe that the topic of Black Joy can provide a much needed counter-narrative to the typical lens that is generally applied to research regarding Black people.
Dedicated: Meeting deadlines will be essential. Each week, you will be required to meet your deliverables even if that assignment is to "go outside and simply let BEing be enough!"
Mentoring Philosophy
I am a vessel.From my body, I have delivered life and I breathe life.
As your mentor, my goals are to:
1. Share the wisdom of my Ancestors and my own life experiences to pour into your life academically, professionally, and personally.
2. To center your emotional well-being by creating and holding spaces for healing and self-restoration.
3. To center your intellectual well-being by understanding your goals and talents in order to build upon them.
4. To center your physical well-being by building in active time to pause the demands of your day to simply be present with self.
Additional Information
Research mentees will be expected to attend and complete IRB (Institutional Review Board) training. This will expedite the process when it comes to research and publications in the near future.Roundtable recording: https://www.canva.com/design/DAFs9A1USFo/iD0dpb8RDtKAq8KlHGOfYw/edit?utm_content=DAFs9A1USFo&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton
Link to Publications
www.blacktivatejoy.create.fsu.edu; www.kujimahealth.com; https://youtu.be/PScP5BcKsxULearning through Collaborative Design Professional Development
Science Education, Learning, Social Science
Research Mentor: Sierra Morandi, she/her
Department, College, Affiliation: School of Teacher Education, Education
Contact Email: smorandi@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Dr. Ellen Granger she/her
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: granger@bio.fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Sherry Southerland she/her
Faculty Collaborators Email: ssoutherland@admin.fsu.edu
Department, College, Affiliation: School of Teacher Education, Education
Contact Email: smorandi@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Dr. Ellen Granger she/her
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: granger@bio.fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Sherry Southerland she/her
Faculty Collaborators Email: ssoutherland@admin.fsu.edu
Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Wednesday, September 6th, 9:00 - 9:30 AM
Thursday, September 7th, 10:00 - 10:30 AM
Friday, September 8th, 10:30 - 11:00 AM
All sessions will use the same Zoom link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/97796182364
If you have any difficulties accessing the Zoom room please reach out to Sierra (smorandi@fsu.edu)
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Wednesday, September 6th, 9:00 - 9:30 AM
Thursday, September 7th, 10:00 - 10:30 AM
Friday, September 8th, 10:30 - 11:00 AM
All sessions will use the same Zoom link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/97796182364
If you have any difficulties accessing the Zoom room please reach out to Sierra (smorandi@fsu.edu)
Project Description
The Learning through Collaborative Design Professional Development (LCD PD) project is a National Science Foundation-supported research project that aims to explore the best ways to support science teachers to engage their students in "figuring things out" in science through talk. The project, having formally concluded this summer, is still ongoing in its data analysis. We are currently in the process of examining our longitudinal teachers, which is centered on four years of continuous data collection done with focal teachers from the first year of the project who continued to engage in the PD and with researchers. We are analyzing these data to understand the role of teacher collaboration in their learning and practice, and we are interested in identifying interesting patterns in the data related to teacher practice and student engagement across the years. Additionally, we are working on analyzing different survey data points that have been collected and are yet to be explored in depth.Research Tasks: Student research assistant(s) will examine classroom video and audio data from longitudinal teachers, as well as explore survey results and interviews.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Ability to work independently and in groups. Time management skills. Interest in examing human interactions and teaching.
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring philosophy is to support individuals to explore research experiences and pursue their interests within the research project space. There is no single way to be a good mentor but the role of a mentor is to be a facilitator in a mentee's exploration of research. Mentoring includes leveraging student interests and ideas, identifying strengths, and developing skills that are useful beyond just the singular context of research. Reciprocal communication is key. Targeted and customized communication is a necessity for each and every mentee, as no two people's needs are the same. The environment we hope to cultivate includes a non-judgemental, positive space that allows both mentor and mentee to grow as well as feel safe and comfortable to learn. Mentorship is an investment on both sides. This means there is an understanding that mentees exist as whole individuals whose needs might extend outside of the research space and that growth is not limited within the bounds of the project work.Additional Information
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https://lcdpd.education.fsu.edu/Silicon Sensor Process Quality Control for the High Granularity Calorimeter Upgrade of the Compact Muon Solenoid Detector
silicon, physics, particle
Research Mentor: Rachel Yohay,
Department, College, Affiliation: Physics, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: ryohay@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Alexander Wade
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Department, College, Affiliation: Physics, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: ryohay@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Alexander Wade
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: awade2@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Physics
Electrical Engineering
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Tuesday, September 5 2-3 PM EDT (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/93906388439?pwd=SHQvVm1za24xYVFuZFNpcUpZQTdGdz09)
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Physics
Electrical Engineering
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Tuesday, September 5 2-3 PM EDT (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/93906388439?pwd=SHQvVm1za24xYVFuZFNpcUpZQTdGdz09)
Project Description
The High Granularity Calorimeter (HGCAL) is a novel detector for measuring the energies of particles produced in proton-proton collisions at the High Luminosity Large Hadron Collider (HL-LHC). The HL-LHC is slated to begin operation in 2029 and construction of the HGCAL has therefore begun in 2023. Silicon sensors will be used throughout the HGCAL to detect the energy deposited by passing charged particles. Designs for these sensors are finalized and production has begun. There is a suite of measurements of the sensor process characteristics that is sensitive to small drifts in the process. Such information needs to be fed back to the vendor to ensure that high quality sensors are delivered over the 2.5-year production run. The purpose of this project is to make those process measurements on production wafers.Research Tasks: The student's main research tasks are to perform the process quality control tests in the lab, analyze the data collected, and report findings to the research group. Of particular interest is the ability to distinguish different sensor types and batches via process quality control measurements. Secondarily, the student will assist with test stand maintenance and repair as needed.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Some introductory-level familiarity with Linux (recommended)
Some introductory-level familiarity with scripting in Python (recommended)
LabVIEW (recommended)
Mentoring Philosophy
I like to introduce students to projects via discussion and readings, letting the student come up with questions based on their understanding of the reading. We give frequent feedback in my lab via weekly meetings and discussion. I'd encourage any potential students to speak with my current undergraduate students to find out how my mentoring philosophy translates into practice!Additional Information
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Clock transitions for quantum computing
physical chemistry, quantum computing, electron paramagnetic resonance
Research Mentor: Jakub Hruby,
Department, College, Affiliation: MagLab, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: jh22p@fsu.edu
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Contact Email: jh22p@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Physics, Chemistry
Project Location: The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory 1800 E. Paul Dirac Drive Tallahassee, FL 32310
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 hours, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Thursday, September 7, 4.00 - 4.30 PM (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/91902756506?pwd=M2RkQWttV3FaVytaN2NPbE9oVHZiZz09)
Friday, September 8, 2.00-2.30 PM (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/94176354749?pwd=azFNMVpXZ0pLUVB2aTNMT3AxM3djdz09)
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Physics, Chemistry
Project Location: The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory 1800 E. Paul Dirac Drive Tallahassee, FL 32310
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 hours, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Thursday, September 7, 4.00 - 4.30 PM (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/91902756506?pwd=M2RkQWttV3FaVytaN2NPbE9oVHZiZz09)
Friday, September 8, 2.00-2.30 PM (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/94176354749?pwd=azFNMVpXZ0pLUVB2aTNMT3AxM3djdz09)
Project Description
The project aims at investigation of clock transitions in molecular complexes. At MagLab we have access to unique state-of-the-art instrument working at 94 GHz frequency capable of magnetization relaxation measurements and correlated relaxation times T1 and T2 that are crucial for developing quantum computing. The aim is to find parameters that would be promising for 94 GHz clock transition and find a candidate exhibiting this transition from literature review. Once such candidate is identified, the experimental part with electron paramagnetic resonance measurements will shed light on intrinsic magnetic properties.Research Tasks: The project is consisted of EasySpin (toolbox for Matlab) simulations with consequent literature review, data mining. Once the promising candidate is found the sample will be obtained (either purchased or synthesized by collaborators) and investigated by microwave experiments for fundamental magnetic properties.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Reliability, ability to work independently, partially remote work is possible, ability to formulate research report and present summary of results as poster and oral talk
Mentoring Philosophy
The mentoring philosophy is simple. The project team member will gain experience in theoretical and experimental research carried out at MagLab. We will provide stimulating and friendly environment for the candidates. The field is physical chemistry with focus on intrinsic magnetic properties for quantum computing. This field is highly present topic and will allow candidates to introduce themselves as potential quantum workforce in the future.Additional Information
Link to Publications
https://scholar.google.com/citations?authuser=1&user=q-kVexkAAAAJExperiments in Computational Stellar Astrophysics
astrophysics, physics, applied mathematics, statistics, computational science, sensitivity analysis, uncertainty quantification
Research Mentor: Dr. Tomasz Plewa,
Department, College, Affiliation: Scientific Computing, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: tplewa@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor):
Research Assistant Supervisor Email:
Faculty Collaborators:
Faculty Collaborators Email: tplewa@fsu
Department, College, Affiliation: Scientific Computing, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: tplewa@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor):
Research Assistant Supervisor Email:
Faculty Collaborators:
Faculty Collaborators Email: tplewa@fsu
Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: mathematics, physics, statistics, computer science, engineering
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: mathematics, physics, statistics, computer science, engineering
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
Motivated by observations of supernova remnants such as SN 1987A or Tycho, we are investigating links between the supernova progenitor structure, instabilities developing during the explosion process, and characteristics of emerging young supernova remnants. The starting point for such investigations are stellar evolution studies of supernova progenitors.From practical point of view, stellar evolution calculations require solving a set of coupled, nonlinear ordinary or partial differential equations. In this project, we will be using the MESA code,
http://mesa.sourceforge.net/
to solve the required evolutionary equations. We will obtain a series of stellar models of single and binary stars, and assess sensitivity of the stellar structure to various stellar parameters. These models will subsequently be used as input to supernova explosion codes such as
Agile-IDSA,
http://www.physik.unibas.ch/~liebend/download/index.html
or FLASH,
https://flash.rochester.edu/site/flashcode/
More advanced students may participate in and contribute to the analysis of multiphysics simulation results, such as computing nucleosynthetic yields and obtaining specific characteristics of explosion models.
This project is computationally-oriented and requires practical user knowledge of the Linux/MacOS operating system. In addition, a broader range of topics is available to students fluent with programming languages such as C, C++, Fortran, or Python. Familiarity with simulation data analysis and visualization tools (e.g. Excel, gnuplot) is a plus.
Applications of students who do not have programming skills or do not plan taking a programming class during the first semester of this project are strongly discouraged.
Additional information related to the project can be obtained at
http://people.sc.fsu.edu/~tplewa/Research/index.html#resources
Research Tasks: All the required work can be done with help of student's laptop computers as front ends to departmental computers (connecting via Remote Desktop/Anydesk software), and Zoom for weekly communications. The project tasks involve,
(1) Review text book information about mathematics and physics relevant to problems in stellar evolution.
(2) Familiarize with the Linux operating system. Download, install, and familiarize with the MESA stellar evolution code.
(3) Construct a series of stellar evolution tracks for various stellar masses (Hertzsprung-Russel Diagram).
(4) Present evolution of stellar structure using Kippenhahn's diagrams (see, e.g., https://github.com/orlox/mkipp ).
(5) Study sensitivity of stellar progenitors characteristics or stellar physics phenomena to problem parameters.
(6) Obtain a series of stellar evolution or relevant multiphysics simulations.
(7) Analyze obtained results.
(8) Prepare a poster presenting the project findings.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Recommended: familiarity with the Linux operating system; practical knowledge of MATLAB, Python, or Fortran/C/C++.
Required: interest in and solid basic preparation in the areas of mathematics, physics, or statistics.
Mentoring Philosophy
Promoting learning through inquiry -- the Socratic methodSharing my own experience
Creating a safe environment in which mentees feel that is acceptable to fail and learn from their mistakes