We are always excited to work with scientists from diverse research backgrounds with their own independent interests. If you have interest in existing projects in the lab or have an idea for a postdoctoral research project that would integrate well with our research group, please contact Dan to discuss opportunities. Include a CV and a brief description of your research/career interests.
We accept graduate students through the Department of Biology and affiliated graduate programs, including Cell and Molecular Biology and Ecology. Students are expected to develop independent projects aligned with some of the broad research themes in the lab. Students interested in graduate research in the lab are strongly encouraged to contact Dan prior to applying to the university. Inquiries should describe the student's research interests and background and how the lab's general research program is a good match for their research and career goals.
We will be accepting Ph.D. students for this year's application cycle (Fall 2027 start). Please contact Dan to inquire.
CSU undergraduates interested in gaining research experience are encouraged to contact Dan. Potential projects include opportunities for molecular genetic lab work (DNA/RNA extraction, quantitative PCR, etc.), plant crossing and genetic experiments, and computational/bioinformatic analysis.
We have opportunities for undergraduate researchers for the fall 2026 semester. Inquiries are encouraged by August 31, 2026 (but later inquiries are still encouraged) and can be made to Kasavajhala Prasad. Inquiries should include a resume/CV, (unofficial) CSU transcripts, and a brief explanation of your interests in research and how one of the projects (or both) listed below would align with your future academic and career goals. Research wold be conducted for academic credit (BZ 498) or on a volunteer basis, based on the students preference. Typical time commitment would be 7-10 hrs per week. Projects would include one of the following two areas.
Structural phylogenetic analysis of MutS proteins (all computational/bioinformatic, with a focus on 3D protein structures and evolutionary history)
Recombinant expression of fluorescently tagged MutS proteins in plants (wet lab nucleic acid and protein work)
Researchers interested in potentially joining the lab may want to review this document on code of conduct and lab principles.