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The Rahnama lab mentors Graduate and Undergraduate students with computational and molecular genetics interests.

Graduate opportunities

Master's or PhD training opportunities in the Rahnama Lab at TN Tech University in Molecular Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Mycology, and Molecular Genetics for any undergraduate students who are graduating this Spring or next Fall. Funding through teaching or research assistantships/fellowships is available.

Projects of need:

1.  Chromosomal structure and dynamics in the fungal genome evolution and adaptation.

2.  Molecular mechanisms involved in the emergence and distribution of new diseases.

3.  Using fungi as natural pesticides 

4.  Possibility of additional projects depending on interest.

Dr. Rahnama uses an interdisciplinary approach to study complex fungal-host interactions by combining advanced genomics techniques, such as CRISPR and DNA/RNA-seq (Illumina and Nanopore technologies), with computational methods. He is very willing to train students who are eager and able to learn new skills.

The applicants must have:

- Strong analytical skills, critical and lateral thinking.

- Strong communication skills in the group and with collaborators.

- An undergraduate degree in Biology or related majors.

In addition, the applicants are recommended to have a background in the following topics:

- Working in the molecular genetics.

- Programming skills in languages such as Python and R and Shell script

For any questions or inquiries, don't hesitate to contact Dr. Rahnama directly at mrahnama@tntech.edu.  

If you are interested to work in the Rahnama Lab, send your CV to mrahnama@tntech.edu