| Affiliations: | STEM Research Leadership |
| Project Leader: | Pedro Monagas-Valentin pjmonagas@tamu.edu Biochemistry and Biophysics |
| Faculty Mentor: | Vlad Panin, Ph.D. |
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Meeting Times:
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F 4:00PM-5:00PM |
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Team Size:
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3 |
| Open Spots: | 0 |
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Special Opportunities:
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Exploration of glycobiology and neurobiology fields, potential co-authorship on publications.
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Team Needs:
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Basic knowledge in biology, genetics and biochemistry required. |
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Description:
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Protein O-mannosylation is required for the correct development of muscular and nervous systems in animals. In this project, we will use genetic approaches to investigate the role of O-mannosylation in the development of sensory neurons in fruit flies. The genes of interest of this project have direct relation to diseases affecting humans. |