Project Description In the Reiter laboratory we utilize a unique resource to study rare neurogenetic syndromes involving autism, epilepsy, sleep disorder and other aspects of human disease. We do this by extracting stem cells from deciduous teeth (baby teeth) from children with these rare syndromes. This process involves evaluating a genetics report to determine eligibility […]

Project Description The Department of Pediatrics (Tulane University School of Medicine) has numerous opportunities open for undergraduates. Some faculty have lab listings on TRN for specific projects – other students may be looking for opportunities beyond what is listed. Students interested in participating in pediatrics research should apply, including their general areas of interest (i.e. […]

Derek Pociask, PhD, School of Medicine Lab Description Our lab is focused on immune responses in the lung during viral infections. We are particularly interested in how the immune system promotes specific epithelial cell types to help repair the lung after infection. We have a mix of undergraduate and graduate students and collaborate with PhD […]

Timothy Harlan Contact tharlan@tulane.edu