Connectivity of Shark Populations
Internship Description
Workshop Description
Ongoing research conducted
by the Reef Ecology Lab and its collaborators have generated a diverse
collection of shark and ray genetic samples. Analysis of these samples could
provide insight into both elasmobranch biogeography and population ecology.
Specific projects include investigating broad population genetics of hammerhead
sharks in the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf or looking at fine-scale differences
between reef shark sub-populations within the Red Sea. Undergraduate research
will mostly focus on lab work, performing DNA extractions, running PCRs, and
analyzing our existing collection of genetic samples. There may also be
opportunities for fieldwork, including fish market surveys and
catch-and-release sampling trips.
Deliverables/Expectations
Deliverables
Depending on the results,
the student researcher may also contribute to a scientific publication
detailing the work and findings.
Faculty Name
Michael Berumen
Field of Study
Field Of Study
Population Genetics