Lemur Hibernation Genomics

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Description

Lemurs are one of the only primate species which are capable of hibernation. In this project, we plan to uncover the genes which permit hibernation in these animals and find drug targets to activate the same pathways in humans. We will do this using RNA-Seq and (eventually) in silico drug screening.

R, Bash

RNA-Seq, Linux, Comparative genomics

Project Stage

Early

Avg. Hours / Week

Project Provider

Alex Bishop, D.Phil. & Peter Larsen, PhD

Commitment (Months)

Spots Open

Project Lead

Aiola Stoja & Henry Miller

Publication if successful?

Yes

Trainee authorship criteria (if applicable)

Trainees who contribute meaningfully to the project will be listed as co-authors. E.g., performing an entire core analysis or developing a core component of project software.

Required Skill Assessments