PSY 357 Sex differences in the effects of maternal separation on hyperactive behavior
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROJECT

Faculty:
Francisco Gonzalez-Lima, Ph.D.
Contact:
Jackie Spivey jmtspivey@mail.utexas.edu
Description:
Investigation into the effects of early-life stress in the rat on hyperactive behavior and brain metabolic activity in adolescence and adulthood.
Qualifications:
Must be detail-oriented, punctual, and responsible. Previous undergraduate coursework in Behavioral Neuroscience helpful. A student with experience handling animals is preferred, but not required. Responsibilities may carry over into the Fall and Spring semesters.
Duties:
Assisting graduate students with rodent handling, behavioral testing, tissue processing, and using imaging software.

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