Summer program for undergraduates to learn about neurogenetics and genomics
Undergraduate Research Experiences in Neurogenetics and Neurogenomics
This summer program is designed for undergraduate students who want to learn about analyzing DNA to better understand brain disorders, giving them hands-on experience and skills for future careers in biomedical science.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10740869 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program offers a summer research experience focused on next generation sequencing (NGS) analysis in the fields of neurogenetics and neurogenomics for undergraduate students. Participants will engage in practical workshops and hands-on research, gaining valuable skills in data analysis relevant to understanding brain disorders. The program aims to address the growing need for researchers with expertise in these areas, preparing students for future careers in biomedical science. By leveraging existing resources at UCLA, this initiative fosters a collaborative learning environment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are undergraduate students interested in biosciences, particularly those focusing on neurogenetics and genomics.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergraduate students or who do not have an interest in biosciences may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the skills of future scientists, leading to improved understanding and treatment of neurological diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Similar educational programs have successfully trained students in genomics and have contributed to advancements in biomedical research.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Eskin, Eleazar — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Eskin, Eleazar
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.