| Affiliations: | DeBakey Executive Research Leadership Program |
| Project Leader: | Ji Yeon Noh jynoh@tamu.edu Nutrition and Food Science |
| Faculty Mentor: | Dr. Yuxiang Sun |
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Meeting Times:
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TBA |
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Team Size:
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3
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| Open Spots: | 0 |
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Special Opportunities:
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Presentation of research findings at local conference and earning co-authorship on publications
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Team Needs:
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Enthusiasm for research and minimum 15 hours/week to devote to lab work. Ideally, candidates will join the lab longer than two semesters. Welcome students able to join in summer!
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Description:
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This project explores the effect of fructose consumption on immune cell functionality changes and its contribution to chronic inflammation in obesity and inflammatory bowel disease. Participants will involve hands-on research experience in cell culture, animal studies and molecular analysis. |