Description:
Heart failure therapies have undergone massive changes in recent times, one of the most significant of which is the use of mechanical circulatory support as a means of inducing cardiac recovery. Left ventricular assist devices take blood from the left ventricle and transmit it to the ascending aorta, relieving the workload of the left heart and supporting the circulation. It was discovered that in selected patients, these devices can be used to recover cardiac function. The mechanisms of how this happens could lead to new therapeutic targets. We have an animal model of cardiac recovery in mechanical unloading and will be examining protein expression of key calcium handling proteins and proteins which regulate cell structure, to correlate with physiological changes at the organ level.
Preferred Qualifications
Lab experience would be helpful but is not required. We will provide a broad exposure and experience with basic translational research. Ideally the student would have some experience with basic lab techniques especially western blotting. Responsibilities will include running western blots and assisting with surgery.
Details:
Preferred Student Year
First-year, Second-Year, Junior, Senior
Volunteer
Yes
Yes indicates that faculty are open to volunteers.Paid
No
Yes indicates that faculty are open to paying students they engage in their research, regardless of their work-study eligibility.Work Study
No
Yes indicates that faculty are open to hiring work-study-eligible students.