| Affiliations: | Genetics & Genomics Research Leadership |
| Project Leader: | Brandee Stone brandee.stone@tamu.edu Microbial Pathogenesis and Immunology |
| Faculty Mentor: | Jenny Hyde, Ph.D. |
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Meeting Times:
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TBA |
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Team Size:
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5
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| Open Spots: | 0 |
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Special Opportunities:
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Potential for co-authorships on publication, presentation of research, and to become a full member
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Team Needs:
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Completed introductory biology and chemistry, organized and detailed orientated |
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Description:
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Characterize the genetic regulation mechanisms used by B. burgdorferi, causative agent of Lyme disease, to develop a multistage infection. We are specifically focusing on the ability of B. burgdorferi to disseminate and persist during infection |