Project Description
In my lab we use the adult forg’s optic nerve axon crush injury model to investigate the genes involved during the period of regeneration. Currently, we are examining the expression pattern of a gene product expressed in retinal ganglion cells (RGCs). We have carried out these assays on young (one and two-year olds) adult frogs. This summer students will be carrying out experiments using aged (5 and 10-year olds) frogs to determine whether aging slows the ability to regenerate.
Prerequisites
no
Special Comments
Biol or Neur 421 course during Winter 2025
Project Information (subject to change)
Estimated Start Date: 6/2/2025
Estimated End Date: 7/25/2025
Estimated Project Duration: 8 weeks
Maximum Number of Students Sought: 2
Research Location: On campus
Contact Information: Fiona Watson (email: watsonf@wlu.edu)