Tissue engineering blood vessels

We are developing exciting new techniques to create blood vessels in the lab from human cells. Such vessels can be potentially used for bypass surgeries instead of harvesting the patient's own veins or arteries from other locations in their body. Must be interested in/willing to learn about the cardiovascular system, and in particular about vascularization. Will be expected to learn/do cell culture and molecular biology techniques.

Minimum 3.5 GPA. Must be able to devote at least 15 hours/week to being in the laboratory, no exceptions. Students will be accepted on a volunteer basis for the summer, and may continue on during the Fall/Winter semester for an honors thesis. There is also potential for the student to apply for a College of Engineering UROP stipend in the Fall.

Must be self-motivated, pay attention to detail, be able to work independently and in a team, be open to learning new things, and be very responsible (must be present in lab when needed and for lab meetings).

Summer 2015 and on, based on performance.

Assist PhD student in charge of this project by aiding in:
-cell culture
-culture plate preparation
-mechanical testing
-sample preparation for testing/histology
-machine parts (will be trained in equipment use and safety)

May 11, 2015