Initial Publication Date: April 9, 2021

Exploring turtle brain anatomy using immunohistochemistry

Lead Researcher: Rachael Hannah, University of Alaska Anchorage

Internship Description

Red-Eared Slider turtle is able to stay alive with out oxygen for 5 weeks. This research project looks to explore the brain anatomy of turtles when they are in a normal environment and compare it to when the brain after it has been without oxygen to see if there are structural changes with lack of oxygen.

Nature of the Research Project

Basic Research, Wet Lab/Bench Research

Student Learning Outcomes

Analyze data; summarize resulting patterns; draw appropriate conclusions
Evaluate claims in scientific papers; popular science media; and other sources using evidence-based reasoning.
Execute protocols and accurately record measurements and observations.
Relate conclusions to original hypothesis; consider alternative hypotheses; suggest future research directions based on findings.
Work effectively with teammates to complete projects.

Research Location

3101 Science Circle, Anchorage AK 99508

Remote Option? no

Preferred Timing

Start Date: 2021-05-17
End Date: 2021-07-30

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