PSY 357 : The neurobiology of bird migration
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Faculty:
Yvon Delville, Ph.D.
Contact:
Yvon Delville, Delville@psy.utexas.edu
Description:
While we know much about how and when birds migrate, we have little understanding of the neural systems controlling the behavior. We conduct studies with migratory sparrows and cowbirds. We are looking at the neurotransmitter systems controlling this behavior and how they are modulated by environmental factors known to activate it.
Qualifications:
Previous exposure to biology or biopsychology is preferred. Being interested to conduct laboratory experiments and capable of devoting 8-10 hours/week. Being interested to better understand the biological bases of behavior.
Duties:
Conducting experiments, animal handling, managing data, behavioral observations, running hormone assays, as well as preparation, labeling and analysis of brain sections.
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