Mentor Areas
The Brodkin lab is focused on the neurobiology, genetics, and treatment of social behavior difficulties in adults (age 18 and up) on the autism spectrum. While we have focused on mouse models in the past, currently our focus is on human genetics and human treatment.
Description:
Potential opportunities to get involved in 2 main research areas in my lab:
1. The genetics of autism
2. Cognitive-behavioral-mindfulness based treatment to support social functioning in adults on the autism spectrum
Preferred Qualifications
An interest in psychology, neuroscience, genetics, mental health, and/or developmental disorders.
Details:
Preferred Student Year
First-year, Second-Year, Junior, Senior
Academic Term
Fall
I prefer to have students start during the above term(s).Volunteer
No
Yes indicates that faculty are open to volunteers.Paid
Yes
Yes indicates that faculty are open to paying students they engage in their research, regardless of their work-study eligibility.Work Study
Yes
Yes indicates that faculty are open to hiring work-study-eligible students.