UROP Project
linear network, state detection, structural properties
Research Mentor: Fengjiao Liu, She/her
Department, College, Affiliation: Electrical and Computer Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: fliu4@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Electrical and Computer Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: fliu4@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Electrical & Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics
Project Location: Engineering campus or work remotely
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 6,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Electrical & Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics
Project Location: Engineering campus or work remotely
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 6,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
A linear network is a network representation of a linear dynamical system. It may consist of input nodes, state nodes, and output nodes. Certain structural properties of the network can guide the design of secure networks, in which any faulty state node can be detected via the output nodes. The objective is to propose guidelines for designing a secure linear network structure.Research Tasks: literature review, learning control theory and graph theory, network analysis, presentation, etc
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required: differential equation, linear algebra, basic control theory, basic graph theory
Mentoring Philosophy
The students should have a good math background and are expected to work independently and plan their timelines. The advisor and students can have a short meeting weekly or biweekly to discuss progress and challenges.Additional Information
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school leadership; educational leaders, crisis, principal, principal preparation
Research Mentor: Dr Mario Jackson, he/him/his
Department, College, Affiliation: Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, Education, Health, and Human Sciences
Contact Email: mmj24b@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, Education, Health, and Human Sciences
Contact Email: mmj24b@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: While open to all majors, project might be more relevant to those in education
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 (flexible based on number of students, student avaiability),
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Topic: UROP Research Mentor Roundtable #1
Time: Sep 5, 2024 10:00 - 10:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 649 233 9783
Topic: UROP Research Mentor Roundtable #2
Time: Sep 5, 2024 10:30 - 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Topic: UROP Research Mentor Roundtable #3
Time: Sep 5, 2024 11:00 - 11:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: While open to all majors, project might be more relevant to those in education
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 (flexible based on number of students, student avaiability),
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Topic: UROP Research Mentor Roundtable #1
Time: Sep 5, 2024 10:00 - 10:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://fsu.zoom.us/j/6492339783?omn=91690381722
Meeting ID: 649 233 9783
Topic: UROP Research Mentor Roundtable #2
Time: Sep 5, 2024 10:30 - 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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https://fsu.zoom.us/j/6492339783?omn=91690381722
Meeting ID: 649 233 9783
Topic: UROP Research Mentor Roundtable #3
Time: Sep 5, 2024 11:00 - 11:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 649 233 9783
Project Description
The increased frequency of crisis across schools (e.g., COVID, hurricanes, tornado, school shootings, etc) and the critical role played by principals in navigating them creates a question of whether principals are adequately prepared to lead their schools during periods of disruptions, chaos, and uncertainties. Recognizing that national and state educational leadership standards serve as a blueprint for what aspiring principals should know and be able to do, the author is interested in understanding the extent to which educational leadership standards (national-PSEL and 50 states) are attentive to the crisis leadership roles played by principals. The findings from this study will likely be of interest to those in educational leadership, leadership preparation, and educational policies relevant to educational leadership and leadership preparation.Research Tasks: literature review, data collection (locating state educational leadership standards), data extraction, coding & data analysis
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Recommended: excellent analytical and writing skills
Mentoring Philosophy
My approach to to mentoring include three interconnection principles/ beliefs:1. Getting to know students: Understanding my students, their interest, and goals will allow me to better support them and their experiences.
2. Accessibility - I believe its important to be accessible to students, this includes being flexible to facilitate and support their needs. This might include arranging times to meet with these individuals outside of office hours, beyond business hours, or even on weekends.
3. Clear and frequent communication - One of the best ways to provide effective mentorship is to ensure mutual understanding between mentor and mentee so goals can be made explicit. Very clear and frequent communication provides one avenue to ensure this.
Additional Information
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https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Mario-Jackson
molecular simulation, surfactants, self-assembly, dynamics, polymers
Research Mentor: Dr. Joshua Mysona, He/Him
Department, College, Affiliation: Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: jmysona@eng.famu.fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: jmysona@eng.famu.fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Math
Project Location: FAMU-FSU Enginerring Campus at 2525 Pottsdamer St, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Innovation Bus route runs from FSU campus to the engineering campus Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Math
Project Location: FAMU-FSU Enginerring Campus at 2525 Pottsdamer St, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Innovation Bus route runs from FSU campus to the engineering campus Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
Micelles are self-assembled structures formed from collections of surfactant molecules and are present in detergents, lotions, drug formulations, and more. Despite their ubiquity, the dynamics of how these structures arrive at their final equilibrium state is still not well understood. This project seeks to carry out molecular dynamics simulations utilizing the FSU High Performance Computing cluster to explore at the microscopic level the frequency of certain rare events such as micelle fission and fusion, as well as direct micelle sorption to an interface.Research Tasks: Researchers will carry out molecular simulations on the FSU High Performance Computing cluster, and analyze and visualize the data resulting from these simulations. Researchers may also attend regular group meetings discussing underlying theory and developments behind the wider group research.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: It is recommended that researchers have background knowledge in chemistry and physics and proficiency in python
Researchers are required to have a basic understanding of computer programming and have completed courses in mathematics including calculus
Mentoring Philosophy
My goal as a mentor is to sharpen the talents of my mentees and work with them both to prepare them for the next stage of their career, as well as assist them in determining what that next career stage is. Mentorship of undergraduate researchers is a unique opportunity in that these experiences the researchers have, due to how early they are have the potential to reshape entire future careers. For that reason I believe it's important that in addition to gaining new skills, students experience first hand what it is to do research and be on the cutting edge of science. My role in this process is to serve as a guide, both assisting them with directly learning new skills, but also developing an idea of where to look next.Additional Information
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Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Models, Natural Language Processing
Research Mentor: Dr. Rashad Aziz, He/Him
Department, College, Affiliation: Office of the Provost, N/A
Contact Email: raziz@admin.fsu.edu
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Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Solveig Brown
Faculty Collaborators Email: sbrown7@fsu.edu
Department, College, Affiliation: Office of the Provost, N/A
Contact Email: raziz@admin.fsu.edu
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Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Solveig Brown
Faculty Collaborators Email: sbrown7@fsu.edu
Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
Large Language Models are being adopted for Q&A applications in virtually every industry. Emphasis on LLM capabilities has typically focused on accuracy, safety, and aligning with human values. This project, however, will explore LLM abilities and limitations in understanding nuances in human expression. Can LLMs parse language that is poetic, sarcastic, metaphorical, or which uses slang? Can LLMs process text in a way which aligns with emotional intelligence? This project will establish a suite of tests for this kind of language to be applied to multiple large language models and compare their relative abilities.Research Tasks: Review literature on existing LLM benchmarks and LLM provider claims on what models are capable of.
Brainstorm types of nuances in human expression worth examining and develop a strategy for producing language samples.
Develop a strategy for scoring LLM responses to prompts with nuanced expression.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Recommended to have some experience or interest in computer programming.
Recommended ability to consider viewpoints of multiple disciplines, e.g. what nuances exist in language for sales, clinical psychology, leadership studies, and so on, and how those fields identify nuanced expressive capabilities.
Mentoring Philosophy
My goal is to help the mentee explore a problem and identify areas of personal interest to them. The ideal research project involves mentoring the researcher to find what aspects of the project feel most important to address, and to craft a plan in a direction that makes a unique and meaningful contribution to the field.Additional Information
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Clothing, Textiles, Merchandising, Historic Costume
Research Mentor: Mrs. Tara Hackett,
Department, College, Affiliation: Retail Entrepreneurship, Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship
Contact Email: tjhackett@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Retail Entrepreneurship, Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship
Contact Email: tjhackett@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Majors within the College of Fine Arts & History majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 6 hours per week,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Majors within the College of Fine Arts & History majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 6 hours per week,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
The purpose of this research is to continue the accessioning and organization of objects within the Historic Costume Collection owned by the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship. Research will include properly inventorying textiles and apparel, researching time period, identifying fibers, colors, weaves, garment/object descriptions, documenting donor information, and taking photographs. Researchers will also transfer data to a digital format as well as maintain the organization of the space. Each student will be responsible of a specific category of textiles identified by the mentor to present research of findings and system of care and maintenance.Research Tasks: Data collection, analysis & categorization, organization.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Use appropriate & delicate handling methods of historic items
Attention to detail
Proper documenting of daily task
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring philosophy is grounded in fostering a supportive yet challenging environment that encourages accountability, growth, honesty, transparency, and goal-oriented actions. I believe in building a mentorship relationship that empowers individuals to reach their full potential while navigating their personal and professional journeys. I encourage my mentees to take ownership of their work while setting a clear plan for achievement and offer feedback and guidance along the way. I rely heavily on open communication, being transparent about obstacles, accomplishments, suggestions, and external issues that impact your school work. With this approach I hope to build a relationship of trust and respect that benefits the mentee in their future careers, developing a longterm mentorship that evolves into friendship.Additional Information
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children, language, literacy, reading, development, dialect
Research Mentor: Dr. Nancy C. Marencin Ph.D. CCC-SLP, she/her/hers
Department, College, Affiliation: FCRR, Psychology, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: nmarencin@fcrr.org
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Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Richard Wagner Ph.D.
Faculty Collaborators Email: rkwagner@psy.fsu.edu
Department, College, Affiliation: FCRR, Psychology, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: nmarencin@fcrr.org
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Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Richard Wagner Ph.D.
Faculty Collaborators Email: rkwagner@psy.fsu.edu
Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 hours,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 hours,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
The purpose of the proposed study is to describe the factor structure of emergent literacy (i.e., Print Knowledge, Phonological Awareness, Nonword Repetition) and oral language (i.e., Nonword Repetition, WH-Questions, Sentence Repetition, Receptive and Expressive morphosyntax, Receptive and Expressive Vocabulary) performance of African American children attending Head Start preschools in the southeast United States. We will first utilize confirmatory factor analysis to determine if a strict unidimensional model (representing Emergent Literacy and Oral Language combined) or a complex model representing two latent factors (one for Emergent Literacy and one for Oral Language) best fit the data. Utilizing Factor Mixture Models (FMM), we will then determine if there are unique classifications of individuals with consideration of the latent factors of emergent literacy and oral language or unidimensional factor of emergent literacy and oral language combined. Finally, we will determine if dialect density or degree of dialect variation (DVAR) is a significant predictor of FMM group membership.Research Tasks: literature review, data entry, data analysis
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: required: basic computing skills, attention to detail, access to a computer with stable internet connection if working remotely, interest in language/reading development and English dialects
recommended: experience with or desire to learn descriptive statistics, experience with or desire to learn REDCap,
Mentoring Philosophy
I believe the most exciting and insightful research utilizes involves interdisciplinary team members working in a community of practice. Mentorship within a community of practice allows team members to choose just how much expertise they would like to develop in areas that meet the goals of the combined research team, and allows team members to develop their own goals that can be supported by the most experienced team members within a safe environment.Additional Information
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=q-cP_egAAAAJ&hl=enLink to Publications
https://fcrr.org/person/nancy-marencin-phd
Air-sea interactions, ocean, atmosphere, current feedback, coupled numerical simulations, mesoscale, Gulf of Mexico
Research Mentor: Marco Larrañaga, Him
Department, College, Affiliation: Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies (COAPS), Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: marco.larranaga@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies (COAPS), Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: marco.larranaga@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: Research Foundation Building A, 2000 Levy Ave #292, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Tuesday, September 3, 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/2017742821)
Thursday, September 5, 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/2017742821)
Friday, September 6, 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/2017742821)
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: Research Foundation Building A, 2000 Levy Ave #292, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Tuesday, September 3, 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/2017742821)
Thursday, September 5, 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/2017742821)
Friday, September 6, 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM (https://fsu.zoom.us/j/2017742821)
Project Description
The Gulf of Mexico is renowned for its dynamic oceanographic features, prominently including the Loop Current and the large mesoscale eddies it generates—known as Loop Current eddies. These eddies play a crucial role in the region's ocean dynamics, influencing heat and nutrient transport and affecting regional climate patterns.This research project aims to investigate how surface current feedback to the atmosphere impacts the properties of mesoscale eddies in the Gulf of Mexico. Surface current feedback to the atmosphere involves the transfer of energy from (sub)mesoscale eddies to the atmosphere through mechanical interactions between surface currents and atmospheric conditions. This process is critical for understanding the modulation of eddy properties and their interactions with the atmosphere.
To explore this, we will compare the statistical characteristics of mesoscale eddies derived from air-sea coupled numerical simulations. These simulations were conducted using two scenarios: one that incorporates the feedback of surface currents to the atmosphere and one that does not. By analyzing the resulting data, we will assess the extent to which this feedback mechanism influences eddy properties, such as their size, intensity, and lifecycle.
The outcomes of this study will provide valuable insights into the role of surface current feedback in shaping mesoscale eddies, enhancing our understanding of their behavior and impact in the Gulf of Mexico. This research will contribute to the broader knowledge of ocean-atmosphere interactions and improve predictive capabilities for regional ocean dynamics.
Research Tasks: The student will analyze data from eddy-rich coupled numerical simulations to investigate the influence of surface current feedback on mesoscale eddy properties in the Gulf of Mexico. The analysis will involve detecting eddies based on sea level anomalies and calculating various statistical measures of their properties, such as size, intensity, and lifespan. Additionally, the student will conduct multivariate statistical analyses to explore relationships among different eddy characteristics.
A central focus will be on comparing results from simulations that incorporate surface current feedback with those that do not, to assess how this feedback modulates eddy properties. This will provide insights into the role of current feedback in shaping mesoscale eddy dynamics.
Throughout the project, the student will collaborate with researchers at the Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies (COAPS), gaining valuable experience and contributing to ongoing studies of Gulf of Mexico ocean dynamics.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: - Basic math skills, including vectors and calculus
- Proficiency in programming languages like Python or MATLAB
- Willingness to learn new concepts and acquire new skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Strong motivation and a proactive attitude
Mentoring Philosophy
I believe that mentoring is a collaborative learning process where both the mentor and student grow together. The foundation of this relationship is built on open communication, questions, and discussions. By exploring ideas and challenges together, we deepen our understanding and develop the tools needed to approach and solve problems effectively. My role as a mentor is to guide the student in their learning journey, encouraging curiosity and critical thinking while also being open to learning from the fresh perspectives and insights that the student brings. This mutual exchange not only fosters a productive learning environment but also enriches the research experience for both of us.Additional Information
This position offers a partially remote work arrangement. We can schedule a weekly meeting on the FSU campus, but the student also has the option to work from an office at COAPS, where space is available. However, I strongly encourage regular attendance at in-person meetings to foster collaboration and engagement.Link to Publications
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=9sXUv5kAAAAJ&hl=es&oi=ao
children, language, word reading, phonological awareness, phonemic awareness
Research Mentor: Dr. Nancy C Marencin PhD CCC-SLP, she/her/hers
Department, College, Affiliation: FCRR, Psychology, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: nmarencin@fcrr.org
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Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Richard K. Wagner
Faculty Collaborators Email: rkwagner@psy.fsu.edu
Department, College, Affiliation: FCRR, Psychology, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: nmarencin@fcrr.org
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Faculty Collaborators: Dr. Richard K. Wagner
Faculty Collaborators Email: rkwagner@psy.fsu.edu
Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 hours,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 hours,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
Project EEPWR ("E-PoWeR") will examine the relation between a child’s word-specific phonemic analysis skills (reflective phonemic awareness), word-specific letter-sound knowledge (orthographic knowledge), word-specific familiarity (sematic knowledge), and word-specific reading accuracy. This study will also explore the interactions between child skills and word characteristics that expand our understanding of why some words are more or less challenging for some children to read.Research Tasks: data scoring, data entry, data analysis
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: required: basic computing skills, attention to detail, interest in language/reading development
recommended: experience with or desire to learn descriptive statistics, experience with or desire to learn REDCap,
Mentoring Philosophy
I believe the most exciting and insightful research utilizes involves interdisciplinary team members working in a community of practice. Mentorship within a community of practice allows team members to choose just how much expertise they would like to develop in areas that meet the goals of the combined research team, and allows team members to develop their own goals that can be supported by the most experienced team members within a safe environment.Additional Information
google scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=q-cP_egAAAAJ&hl=enLink to Publications
https://fcrr.org/person/nancy-marencin-phd
Coral reef, ecology, climate change, marine conservation, marine biology
Research Mentor: Laurel Field, she/her/hers
Department, College, Affiliation: Biological Science, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: lcf22a@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Biological Science, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: lcf22a@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Biological science, Geography, Environmental science, Oceanography
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Biological science, Geography, Environmental science, Oceanography
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
This project seeks to understand the impacts of climate change and disease to coral reefs in Bonaire, an island in the southern Caribbean. Photographic surveys of the reef at 19 sites from 80ft up to 15ft will be analyzed to determine the severity and prevalence of coral bleaching and disease by species, depth, and coral colony size. These changes over time will be compared to stressors like temperature, intensity of recreational use, and water quality to understand the drivers of coral reef health. The goal of this research is to identify where the reef is more and less healthy under increasingly stressful environmental conditions to help inform management actions and ongoing scientific monitoring programs.Research Tasks: Analysis of photos to identify coral species, size, and health. Working with large datasets cleaning files and doing basic analyses in R.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required: Familiarity with Excel, Ability to learn species scientific names
Recommended: Experience with, or interest in learning, R. Knowledge of Caribbean coral species, or willingness to learn.
Mentoring Philosophy
I plan to introduce mentees to new skillsets, data types, and analysis methods with the goal of identifying what component of the research is most interesting to the student. I will encourage student ownership over components of this research, while providing support and guidance as needed. I will work to keep lines of communication open and to promote interactive learning in a safe space. Further, I will provide mentees with opportunities to learn about how scientific research can inform marine policy and management in the face of climate change. I also plan to encourage students to consider their personal educational and professional goals and will provide advice about how to reach those goals.Additional Information
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https://www.lenfestocean.org/en/research-projects/tools-to-assess-and-respond-to-climate-impacts-on-bonaire-national-marine-park
astronomy, astrophysics, star, galaxy, telescope
Research Mentor: Nao Suzuki, Dr.
Department, College, Affiliation: Physics, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: nao.suzuki@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Physics, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: nao.suzuki@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 6
Relevant Majors: Physics, Physics and Astrophysics, Computer Science
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Wednesday, September 4th 1:00-1:30pm (https://us05web.zoom.us/j/88248601749?pwd=foYVoTEsAUWFuUkAIygkUwLJfdXppZ.1)
Number of Research Assistants: 6
Relevant Majors: Physics, Physics and Astrophysics, Computer Science
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Wednesday, September 4th 1:00-1:30pm (https://us05web.zoom.us/j/88248601749?pwd=foYVoTEsAUWFuUkAIygkUwLJfdXppZ.1)
Project Description
Our research team has access to the latest space telescope data, including the James Webb Space Telescope, the European Sattelite Euclid, and the Hubble Space Telescope. We are looking for exploding stars, called supernovae, by comparing the new images against the images taken in the past.It's tiny dots out of billions of pixels, and we need manpower to explore the Big Data from space to train AI. We may encounter discoveries such as gravitational lenses, high proper motion stars, and something unknown to us!
Research Tasks: We ask you to visually inspect the number of images taken by space telescopes and compare them against with each other. With your database skills, we would like to organize them and sort them out. If you have a computing background, we ask you to classify the data by categories. If you have a physics/astro background, we can work on spectral classifications. After the data collection, we would like to analyze the data and extract science from them.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Literacy in SQL and Python coding skills are recommended. The database oriented website-building skills are highly helpful.