The questions you may want to ask....
It is well known that good scientists always have plenty of unanswered questions (Who, Why et al.). In this section, we aim to slightly reduce their number. Please do not hesitate to contact us in case your questions have not been addressed.
We are employing multiple methodologies, such as:
- Biochemical methods to study the properties of RNAs and proteins
- Fluorescent and confocal microscopy tools to look into cells
- Various genomic methods (e.g., deep-sequencing)
- Molecular techniques, such as real-time PCR, digital PCR
- Various processes that are done in a tube (In vitro), such as transcription and translation
- Bioinformatic analyses
- Genetic engineering
We employ these methodologies in parallel, aiming to address questions from different angles and make our science more precise and reliable.
We study the molecular events associated with aging, stress, and anti-cancer treatments.
Great question, thanks for asking! Here is the list:
1. To be open-minded
2. To have a keen interest in science
3. To be a good team player who knows to give and ask with a smile
4. To read professional literature in English
5. To be committed and self-disciplined
We mainly work with mammalian cell lines, such as MCF7, HEK293, HeLa, BJ, 3T3, etc. In the future, we will also employ the yeast and mice models.
Studying for M.Sc is an intensive period that takes about two years. The candidates are required to take courses, some of which are obligatory, such as statistics and scientific writing. M.Sc candidates are expected to conduct research while actively learning from other people n the lab. Typically, M.Sc. students will lead a small project within a bigger field of research. We aim to train the M.Sc candidates in a way they will be capable of continuing towards Ph.D. studies wherever they will want to.
Typically, the Ph.D. project takes four years. The candidates are required to lead their own projects within one of the fields of interest, under supervision. There are also several courses that the candidates must take, but most of their time is dedicated to the research in the lab.
We aim to provide the students with the tools necessary for their progress and support their independence. In the beginning, the students frequently meet with the group leader to elaborate on the hypothesis, establish the aims and clarify the methods to be employed. As time passes, the students gradually become more independent, and they are expected to play a significant role in developing their projects. This is reflected in designing the experiment, interpreting the results, and planning the follow-up experiments. The meetings with the group leader continue throughout the project and allow the opportunity to freely discuss current problems and needs.
In the lab, we are trying to provide the students with the optimal conditions to do science. The students are exposed to cutting-edge methods of scientific research and operate sophisticated instruments. Further, the students are trained to plan, exert and interpret scientific experiments. Moreover, the students are prompted to read the relevant literature and develop a deep understanding of their research field. Scientific discovery and subsequent publishing are each student's exciting and ultimate aims!
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