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Grad positions in electrical coupling at Queen’s |
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06-05-2010 |
Dr. Magoski’s laboratory has MSc/PhD positions to study how electrical synapses influence single-cell and network firing properties. Located in the Department of Physiology and Centre for Neuroscience Studies at Queen’s University, Dr. Magoski’s research program focuses on the bag cell neurons from the widely used marine snail, Aplysia californica. These neuroendocrine cells initiate ovulation by releasing hormone during a prolonged afterdischarge. The work emphasizes ion channel regulation and intracellular calcium in controlling neuronal excitability and secretion. Specific projects are available to study gap junction biophysics and modulation, as well as the role of electrical synapses in shaping neuronal bursting.
Students should have obtained at minimum a BSc from a recognized University and meet the requirements for entry into the Physiology or Neuroscience graduate programs at Queen’s.
http://meds.queensu.ca/physiology/degree_programs/graduate_degree
http://www.queensu.ca/neurosci/grstudies.php
Please send CV, the names of two references, and undergraduate/graduate transcripts to:
Dr. Neil Magoski
Queen’s University
Department of Physiology
Fourth floor, Botterell Hall
18 Stuart Street
Kingston, ON, Canada
K7L-3N6
Or by e-mail: magoski@queensu.ca
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