| Affiliations: | Aggie Research Mentoring Program |
| Project Leader: | Breann Richey brichey@tamu.edu Ecology and Conservation Biology |
| Faculty Mentor: | A. Michelle Lawing, Ph.D. |
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Meeting Times:
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TBA |
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Team Size:
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8 |
| Open Spots: | 0 |
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Special Opportunities:
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As an undergraduate research assistant, you will have the opportunity to engage with and learn about mate choice mechanisms in the Italian wall lizard, Podarcis siculus. For this project, you will be expected to be detail-oriented, well organized, and open to learning new analytical skills and software. Any previous data analysis or behavioral software experience is a bonus! There may also be opportunities for you to present your research at local or regional conferences and, for long-term undergraduate researchers, opportunities for publication.
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Team Needs:
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We are seeking up to 8 self-motivated and independently driven undergraduate research assistants who are reliable and interested in learning more about behavior and mate choice patterns. Previous biological coursework is beneficial as we expect students to be able to understand common biological terms. A minimum of 5-6 hours per week will be expected of all students depending on their program. Team members may work on this project in a hybrid setting, physical working location will not disqualify students from participating in this project. |
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Description:
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This research will allow students the opportunity to participate in projects examining lizard behavior. The primary tasks you may be involved in include: (i) learning about animal behavior, (ii) attending team meetings to coordinate research efforts, (iii) learning to identify specific behaviors, (iv) use computer software to identify and record lizard behaviors, (v) learning to think critically and interpreting topical literature. |