Student participates in field station activities (necropsies, lab investigations). As time allows, student is encouraged to take on small individual project to learn research techniques.
Fully equiped necropsy facility, lab with various equipment (ELISA plate reader, PCR machine, chromatography, pathology, immunohistochemistry, cytology, microscopy). Student expected to interact with PI and two technicians.
Student expected to be engaged and contributing meaningfully to whatever activities are ongoing at the time. Independence and initiative are prized attributes as are abilites to interact with HFS staff in a constructive manner. Student expected to think on their feet.
Housing provided at cost of $150/week with laundry/bathroom/kitchen. No overnight guests or pets allowed.