UROP Project
Bioinformatics & Genomics
bioinformatics, computer programming, maize or human genomics, genetics
Research Mentor: Hank or Dr. Bass Hank Bass,
Department, College, Affiliation: Biological Sciences, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: bass@bio.fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Biological Sciences, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: bass@bio.fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: primarily computational biology, but also genetics, biology, life sciences
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Zoom link for all H Bass Lab UROP Roundtable Fa23: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/99342963404
Wednesday Sep 6th, 9am-9:30am, ZOOM: UROP Roundtable for Hank Bass lab (1 of 3)
Wednesday Sep 6th, 10am-10:30am, ZOOM: UROP Roundtable for Hank Bass lab (2 of 3)
THUR Sep 7th, 2:30-3:00 PM, ZOOM: UROP Roundtable for Hank Bass lab (3 of 3)
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: primarily computational biology, but also genetics, biology, life sciences
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Zoom link for all H Bass Lab UROP Roundtable Fa23: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/99342963404
Wednesday Sep 6th, 9am-9:30am, ZOOM: UROP Roundtable for Hank Bass lab (1 of 3)
Wednesday Sep 6th, 10am-10:30am, ZOOM: UROP Roundtable for Hank Bass lab (2 of 3)
THUR Sep 7th, 2:30-3:00 PM, ZOOM: UROP Roundtable for Hank Bass lab (3 of 3)
Project Description
Analysis of large maize genomic data sets related to the maize chromatin project or G-quaduplex (G4 DNA) motifs, DNA replication, or some combination of those. Ideally, student 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 (Zeamays) with opportunities to also work on collaborations with human chromatin. 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 productive, actual 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 positive & healthy work environment.
Recommended:
(1) Interest in genomics or genetics or plants (maize).
(2) Self-motivated, pro-active 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 in order 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: Profvding opportunities to excel beyond the traditional student experience, embedding them in conferences, scientific discussions, and collaborations. These activities elevate their performance, confidence, and compatitiveness for their future careers.
Additional Information
Link to Publications
https://www.bio.fsu.edu/bass/Contextualizing Ground Stone Tools from Prehistoric Kea, Greece
Archaeology, Greece, Classics, Data collection
Research Mentor: Prof. Baxley Craig Jami R. Baxley Craig, She/her
Department, College, Affiliation: Classics, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: jrb16d@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Classics, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: jrb16d@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
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: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Friday Sept 8, 12-6pm
Number of Research Assistants: 1
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: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Friday Sept 8, 12-6pm
Project Description
I am seeking a hard-working student who is interested in archaeological data collection. This undergraduate project is part of a larger dissertation project which aims to contextualize stone tools from a prehistoric Greek site on the Cycladic island of Kea. Participating students will get first-hand experience looking through excavation notebooks from the 1960s to 1980s in which they will be searching for stone tools and other objets that were collected by the original excavators. The student will, therefore, learn more about earlier excavation practices and how they have evolved over the last 50 years. The student will leave this project with an better understanding of how to handle legacy data which will be invaluable for those specifically interested in working with archaeological materials in the future, but also those broadly interested in data collection and legacy data. In addition, the student will work on a research project about stone tools and the types of questions we can answer by studying these tools.Research Tasks: Data collection
Literature Review of legacy data and stone tools
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required:
Excel
Can read cursive handwriting
Mentoring Philosophy
I hope that every student with whom I work has a positive learning experience where they not only learn something knew, but their professor is open to learning from them as well. Younger student bring new ideas, and it is the professor's responsibility to help them harness and express their ideas in a way that will best serve them. I have had several outstanding mentors throughout my academic career who not only opened new doors for me, but propelled me through them. I ultimately want to mentor my students in the same way.Additional Information
Link to Publications
Healthy Marriage and Relationship Education
marriage, couple, relationship, family, education
Research Mentor: Dr. Hye-Jung "April" Yun, She
Department, College, Affiliation: Florida Center for Prevention Research, N/A
Contact Email: hyun@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Dr. Cynthia Wilson Cindy
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: cbwilson2@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Florida Center for Prevention Research, N/A
Contact Email: hyun@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Dr. Cynthia Wilson Cindy
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: cbwilson2@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Psychology, Social work, Education, Sociology, Human Development and Family Sciences, Health and Human Science
Project Location: 2200 Old St. Augustine Road Tallahassee, FL 32301
Research Assistant Transportation Required: City bus stop is right in front of the office. 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: September 6 (Wed) 1:30-2pm: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/6691601731
September 8 (Fri) 1:30-2pm: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/93161204949
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Psychology, Social work, Education, Sociology, Human Development and Family Sciences, Health and Human Science
Project Location: 2200 Old St. Augustine Road Tallahassee, FL 32301
Research Assistant Transportation Required: City bus stop is right in front of the office. 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: September 6 (Wed) 1:30-2pm: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/6691601731
September 8 (Fri) 1:30-2pm: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/93161204949
Project Description
FCPR serves as program evaluators for the Florida Marriage Enhancement Project, a federal Healthy Marriage and Responsible Fatherhood project sponsored by the Administration for Children and Families FRAMEWorks program, implemented by Live the Life throughout the state of Florida. As evaluators, FCPR is responsible for evaluating Live the Life’s Adventures in Marriage program (AIM), including performing Continuous Quality Improvement as well as conducting a rigorous Randomized Control Trial (RCT) of the curriculum.Research Tasks: ** Data management and Data analysis
1) Managing data from Qualtrics surveys
2) Sending the follow-up surveys and incentives to participants
3) Data matching and cleaning
4) Running descriptive statistics
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: **Research and analysis and the following skills are recommended:
1) Critical thinking
2) Time management
3) Attention to detail
4) Communication
5) Organization
Mentoring Philosophy
I have developed a set of principles to successfully mentor undergraduate students as follows:1. Time is necessary for mutual understanding. My willingness to spend time with my mentee affirms my respect and the values of their effort. Also, making progress requires effective use of limited periods of time. I facilitate this by setting a work schedule, deadlines, and regular meetings to assess progress during the UROP Research Mentor Project.
2. Communication is a key to success in both ways. The same conversation can have startlingly different meaning to a student and a mentor because of differences in their backgrounds and how they think through problems. Listening to a student, their ideas, and their responses to my statements and asking questions are critical to establishing mutual understanding and I am open to interactive communication.
3. Organization skill is important to efficiently complete a project. Projects have many elements and include the compilation of data and analyses over a long period of time, so I will provide the organizational chart and spreadsheet to track our work together.
4. The success of their research results from their effort and insight, an ownership that I explicitly acknowledge. No independent work occurs without such personal responsibility. Early in the process I will likely provide more direction, later in the process as independence grows my role is to help retain focus and deliver results.
Additional Information
Link to Publications
https://fcpr.fsu.edu/Exploring language invention: A digital exhibit
Languages; conlanging; website
Research Mentor: Dr. Carolina Gonzalez, she, her
Department, College, Affiliation: Modern Languages and Linguistics, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: cgonzalez3@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Modern Languages and Linguistics, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: cgonzalez3@fsu.edu
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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: 6-8, 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: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 6-8, 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 research project involves developing a website that introduces language invention ('conlanging') and features selected examples of conlangs created by FSU students. These conlangs are based on an original fictional world and encompass 100-200 vocabulary items, a full grammar, a fictional map, a writing system, and the translation of a myth or legend into the conlang. Much of the research and content for this website was conducted/developed during 2022-2023; the next phase of the project involves editing website materials, conducting additional research, and implementing website organization and content. Ultimately, the goal of the website is to increase the visibility of FSU students’ creative conlanging projects and serve as inspiration to other students interested in this area. This project is connected to both my research (a book on conlanging, in progress) and teaching at FSU.Research Tasks: Conlanging literature review
Editing content (word, podcasts)
Conducting interviews
Implementing and editing website content/structure
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required: Initiative; motivation; willingness to learn
Highly recommended: Interest in languages and conlanging
Mentoring Philosophy
I focus on fostering professional growth and developing meaningful connections with my students. As a UROP mentor, I provide guidance on all aspects of the research project but I am also open to students' constructive ideas and suggestions. I meet my students regularly to make sure that the goals of the project are going met, but also to ask how their classes are going, and to remind them to take care of themselves and have a good work/life balance. I strive to be frank but compassionate, providing constructive criticism if needed and also frequent encouragement.I value mutual respect and accountability. I don't expect perfection: mistakes are part of the learning process. I have participated in UROP many times, and on several occasions I have remained in touch with UROP students well after the year is over. UROP can result in continued mentoring during your undergraduate studies and beyond; sometimes it leads to long-term research collaboration in academic presentations and publications as well.
Additional Information
Link to Publications
https://modlang.fsu.edu/person/carolina-gonzalezVisualization of Extreme Heat in 2023 USA: A Data-Driven Approach Using Cutting-edge Statistical Technique
Climate change; Data science; Statistical technique; Research capacity
Research Mentor: Dr. Eunsaem Cho, PhD, he/him/his
Department, College, Affiliation: Civil & Environmental Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: ec22ba@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Dr. Ebrahim Ahmadisharaf he/him/his
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: eahmadisharaf@eng.famu.fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Civil & Environmental Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: ec22ba@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Dr. Ebrahim Ahmadisharaf he/him/his
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: eahmadisharaf@eng.famu.fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Civil Engineering; Water Resources Engineering; Probability and Statistics; Hydrology
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 hours a week, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Date/time: September 7th / 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Zoom link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NzJhZGIzMDktNWY2ZS00ZjE4LWJkNTAtMzNhMjBiYWI1ODJm%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22a36450eb-db06-42a7-8d1b-026719f701e3%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22a33a7108-7192-4a22-ad15-b9ae86ab754a%22%7d
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Civil Engineering; Water Resources Engineering; Probability and Statistics; Hydrology
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 hours a week, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Date/time: September 7th / 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Zoom link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NzJhZGIzMDktNWY2ZS00ZjE4LWJkNTAtMzNhMjBiYWI1ODJm%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22a36450eb-db06-42a7-8d1b-026719f701e3%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22a33a7108-7192-4a22-ad15-b9ae86ab754a%22%7d
Project Description
In 2023, the USA is experiencing unprecedented extreme weather conditions. In this year, El Paso, Texas experienced a record 38 consecutive days of temperatures above 100°F, and Phoenix is on track to be the first major U.S. city to average over 100°F for an entire month. Miami also had a 43-day streak of temperatures topping 100°F, and Las Vegas set a record daily temperature of 115°F with sidewalks reaching 143.9°F. In light of these circumstances, this project aims to collect all available data to determine the severity of extreme heat in the US compared to historical records. We will not only analyze raw data, but also delve into the frequency of heat events, such as their occurrence probability. Utilizing comprehensive statistical analysis, we will provide visual representations of our findings through GIS software. The entire process of gathering data, employing analytical tools, and creating visualizations will be immensely beneficial for aspiring researchers. Upon completing this project, we aim to share our valuable insights into the ongoing extreme weather conditions by submitting our research findings to prestigious journals.Research Tasks: Research tasks will differ based on the major you're coming from. However, some general tasks can be outlined as follows:
1. Data Collection
- Compile historical temperature records across the United States
- Obtain meteorological data related to extreme weather patterns and contributing factors
2. Data Analysis
- Preprocess and clean the collected data for analysis
- Investigate patterns and trends in temperature data, comparing 2023 with historical records
3. Statistical Analysis
- Apply appropriate statistical methods to assess the significance of the observed patterns and trends
- Estimate probabilities of heat events occurring over different time intervals
4. GIS Visualization
- Use GIS software to create visual representations of temperature patterns and trends
- Generate heat maps to display spatial distribution of heat events across the United States
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: "Required Skills"
- Good communication, including the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
- Eagerness to learn, accept challenges, and adapt to new situations
"Recommended Skills"
- Experience with R programming for data manipulation and analysis
- Experience with ArcGIS for spatial data visualization and mapping
Mentoring Philosophy
As a second-year postdoctoral scholar with a passion for statistical analysis, my mentoring philosophy revolves around fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment. I genuinely enjoy sharing my skills and knowledge with students, and mentoring is a core motivation for my pursuit of a career in academia. I believe that data collection and statistical analysis are instrumental across all research disciplines, particularly in the context of climatic data in the United States. My goal is to impart my expertise in generating insightful and visually appealing figures through the application of statistical techniques.1. Collaborative Learning: Encourage students to actively engage in discussions, ask questions, and share their ideas, fostering a sense of community and teamwork in the learning process.
2. Tailored Guidance: Recognize the unique strengths, skills, backgrounds, and learning styles of each student, and adjust my mentoring approaches accordingly to ensure individual growth and development.
3. Skill Development: Focus on building essential skills, such as data collection, data cleaning, statistical analysis, and data visualization—an effective foundation applicable across various research areas.
4. Open Communication: Maintain regular communication with students, provide constructive feedback, and openly discuss their progress, challenges, and concerns.
5. Professional and Personal Growth: Support students not only in their academic endeavors but also in their personal and professional development, helping them cultivate resilience, adaptability, and a growth mindset.
Additional Information
Please e-mail ec22ba@fsu.edu if you have any questions regarding the project.Link to Publications
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=jPEC3-sAAAAJ&hl=ko&oi=aoMechanistic investigation of the Inhibitory mechanisms of a novel blockbuster anti-AIDS drug
HIV. nucleoside analog drug, drug inhibitory mechanism, AIDS
Research Mentor: suo.zucai@med.fsu.edu Zucai Suo, Dr.
Department, College, Affiliation: FSU, Medicine
Contact Email: zucai.suo@med.fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Nikita Zalenski
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: nikita.zalenski@med.fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: Turner Seay
Faculty Collaborators Email: turner.seay@med.fsu.edu
Department, College, Affiliation: FSU, Medicine
Contact Email: zucai.suo@med.fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Nikita Zalenski
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: nikita.zalenski@med.fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: Turner Seay
Faculty Collaborators Email: turner.seay@med.fsu.edu
Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 3
Relevant Majors: The potential undergraduate researchers should major in biochemistry, biology, chemistry, or biomedical engineering.
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8 hours, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: I will send my graduate students to the roundtable.
Number of Research Assistants: 3
Relevant Majors: The potential undergraduate researchers should major in biochemistry, biology, chemistry, or biomedical engineering.
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8 hours, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: I will send my graduate students to the roundtable.
Project Description
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) persists as one of the top ten leading causes of death in certain populations. One significant feature of HIV is its ability to mutate with high frequency, garnering resistance to many historical and current anti-HIV medications. Our research aims to investigate the kinetics of the novel nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI), Islatravir, with HIV reverse transcriptase (RT) mutants or human DNA polymerases. Islatravir is undergoing multiple phase II and III clinical trials by Merck, Inc. Our research efforts will help Merck to understand the inhibitory mechanism and potential toxicity of Islatravir at molecular level.Research Tasks: bench work, data collection and analysis, and prepare simple project report under the guidance of graduate students and Dr. Suo.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Recommended skills: biochemistry and some chemistry skills, and good bench performance.
Mentoring Philosophy
As a professor for more than 22 years, I enjoy working with the motivated students. I feel really good when I see my young trainees growing intellectually and professionally. During my career, I have trained about undergraduate researchers in my labs at the Ohio State University and here. The general pattern is that the GPAs of my undergraduate researchers were/are higher after working in my labs.Additional Information
Link to Publications
https://med.fsu.edu/suolab/homeAge-Related Arterial Dysfunction
Arteries endothelium blood pressure Down syndrome
Research Mentor: Daniel Machin,
Department, College, Affiliation: FSU, Health and Human Sciences
Contact Email: dmachin@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor):
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Department, College, Affiliation: FSU, Health and Human Sciences
Contact Email: dmachin@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor):
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Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 6
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: 10 hours/week, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 6
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: 10 hours/week, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Not participating in the Roundtable
Project Description
My research focuses on cardiovascular physiology and the influence of aging and lifestyle on the development of cardiovascular disease. There are a number of age- and lifestyle-related changes in the structural and functional properties of arteries that result in impaired vascular function, elevated blood pressure, and contribute to cardiovascular disease risk. I study the effects of intervention, particularly exercise and dietary, on restoration of vascular function and reductions in blood pressure. Additionally, I study physiological and molecular mechanisms responsible for changes in vascular function and blood pressure with aging and following intervention, as well as in Down syndrome. We have a novel mouse model of Down syndrome, TcMAC21 mouse, to address these research questions.Research Tasks: data collection, data analysis, mouse handling, general lab skills
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: No experience is required, but students must be willing to handle mice.
Mentoring Philosophy
My primary goal as a mentor is to provide a foundation and structure for students to develop into independent researchers. The cornerstone of a successful mentor-mentee relationship is to develop a strategy that aligns the research interests, career goals, and innovative ideas of each mentee with my goals as a researcher. Each mentee is different and some may come from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Therefore, aligning expectations must be done on an individual basis to account for these factors. I prefer to be hands off and allow each student to make mistakes, but also to learn from mistakes. To become a good scientist you must focus on the details and be able to recognize when an observation is an error vs. an actual finding.Additional Information
Link to Publications
https://healthandhumansciences.fsu.edu/departments/nip/faculty-staff/daniel-machin/***Intersectionality of disability and mental health among transition youth with disabilities in an era of AI technology
disability, mental health, AI technology
Research Mentor: Dr. Shengli Dong,
Department, College, Affiliation: EPLS, Education
Contact Email: sdong3@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: EPLS, Education
Contact Email: sdong3@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor):
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 3
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, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Thursday, Sep. 7th, 2:00pm-2:30pm,
https://fsu.zoom.us/j/96788041277
Number of Research Assistants: 3
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, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Thursday, Sep. 7th, 2:00pm-2:30pm,
https://fsu.zoom.us/j/96788041277
Project Description
This project will examine presenting issues triggered by the intersectionality of disability and mental health among transition youth with disabilities in an era of AI technology. Transition youth with disabilities experience a great amount of challenges in their academic and career pursuits. The advancements of AI technology not only bring promises in assisting them to achieve their academic and career goals but also present difficulties in navigating their academic and career journey. This project will explore options and strategies to foster mental health and assist academic and career exploration and development for transition youth with disabilities.Research Tasks: 1. Literature review
2. IRB application
3. Data collection and analysis
4. Manuscript writing
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: 1. Good writing skills (required)
2. Literature review experiences (required)
3. APA format style (recommended)
4. Data collection and analysis (recommended)
5. Knowledge on and experiences with Qualtrics and SPSS (recommended)
Mentoring Philosophy
Providing timely advising and generous mentoring for students on their research is an important aspect of my commitment to student development. I take a developmental mentoring approach. During the initial process, I help students to familiarize themselves with relevant literature and engage them in IRB training. These activities help them connect with the literature and the research team. With the passage of time, I assign more responsibilities in data collection, analysis, and writing. I constantly involve students in conference presentations and publications.Additional Information
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Shengli-Dong-2Link to Publications
https://education.fsu.edu/psthewmiAssessing Future Heat Wave Patterns in India: Insights from a High-Resolution Regional Climate Model
heatwaves, climate change, global warming, climate model, temperature extremes
Research Mentor: Dr. Jayasankar Chempampadam Balasubramannian,
Department, College, Affiliation: Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies (COAPS), Applied Studies
Contact Email: jcb@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor):
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Faculty Collaborators: Prof. Vasubandhu Misra
Faculty Collaborators Email: vmisra@fsu.edu
Department, College, Affiliation: Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies (COAPS), Applied Studies
Contact Email: jcb@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor):
Research Assistant Supervisor Email:
Faculty Collaborators: Prof. Vasubandhu Misra
Faculty Collaborators Email: vmisra@fsu.edu
Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Meteorology, Oceanography, Maths, Physics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering
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: Friday, September 8, 1.15 pm to 1.45 pm EST.
Zoom link is, https://fsu.zoom.us/j/4296397708
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Meteorology, Oceanography, Maths, Physics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering
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: Friday, September 8, 1.15 pm to 1.45 pm EST.
Zoom link is, https://fsu.zoom.us/j/4296397708
Project Description
Climate change has caused a rise in temperature as well as more frequent and intense heat waves events in India. The economy, agriculture, water supplies, and human health are all seriously impacted by heat waves. This demands a comprehensive investigation of the future projections of heat waves over India. This study aims to derive the projected changes of frequency, intensity and the characteristics of heatwaves by analyzing climate simulations from a 20-km resolution Regional Climate Model for the 20th century (1986-2005) and mid-21st century (2041-2060). The specific goals of the proposed study include 1) estimating 1-day heatwave events, 2) estimating the first and last day of occurrence of 1-day heatwave events, and 3) repeating these steps for 2-day, 3-day, 4-day, and 5-day heatwave events in order to project future changes and interpret potential causes for those projected changes. Such findings are essential for forming policies, making decisions, and raising public awareness.Research Tasks: This research involves familiarizing the model datasets, analysis, and visualization. All tasks can be done remotely by using any computer. Research students will learn any one or more visualization or data analysis packages (e.g. Python, Matlab, NCL and GrADS) during the research period. Research students will investigate the projected changes of frequency, intensity, and characteristics of heatwaves over India. Research student will have the opportunity to interact with other team members to discuss/present the research outputs.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Students with some background in computer programming and a reasonable GPA in math and physics (3.25 or higher) will be preferred.
Mentoring Philosophy
In my role as a mentor, I hope to provide guidance, share insights, open communication, continuous learning, and offer constructive feedback. I view mentoring as an opportunity to support skill acquisition which is useful for career development.Additional Information
Link to Publications
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=uOO1xfcAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=aoConstructing a Historical Infrastructure Construction Price Index
Optical character recognition, machine learning, microfilm, data encoding
Research Mentor: Dr. Carl Kitchens,
Department, College, Affiliation: Economics, Social Sciences and Public Policy
Contact Email: ckitchens@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Mr. Ben Emmich
Research Assistant Supervisor Email:
Faculty Collaborators:
Faculty Collaborators Email:
Department, College, Affiliation: Economics, Social Sciences and Public Policy
Contact Email: ckitchens@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Mr. Ben Emmich
Research Assistant Supervisor Email:
Faculty Collaborators:
Faculty Collaborators Email:
Looking for Research Assistants: No
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Economics, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Tuesday, Sept. 5th 12:00 - 2:00pm : https://fsu.zoom.us/j/97236250280
I am also available to schedule one on one meetings, please email if interested to schedule.
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Economics, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Tuesday, Sept. 5th 12:00 - 2:00pm : https://fsu.zoom.us/j/97236250280
I am also available to schedule one on one meetings, please email if interested to schedule.
Project Description
Relatively little is known about the price of constructing America's infrastructure during the first half of the 20th Century. This project will focus on digitizing historical records from the Engineering News Record to construct a new price index. to build the index, research assistants will help collect images from microfilm housed in Strozier Library, extract pages from pdf's housed on the Hathi Trust, and help adapt new OCR and machine learning technologies to extract and parse image files.Research Tasks: This project will focus on digitizing historical records from the Engineering News Record to construct a new price index. to build the index, research assistants will help collect images from microfilm housed in Strozier Library, extract pages from pdf's housed on the Hathi Trust, and help adapt new OCR and machine learning technologies to extract and parse image files. This project will help students develop new skills, such as working with microfilm, coding in Python, and implementing recent advances in machine learning and optical character recognition software.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: No experience is required to start, however, for tasks involving optical character recognition, parsing of text, and formatting images, some basic experience with compute programming is preferred.