This new JAX course will focus on the use of the innovative tools and methods, specifically in the laboratory mouse, for answering questions of neuron and circuit function and disease mechanisms. This course will employ both didactic and hands-on instruction in both laboratory techniques and bioinformatics.
Please contact the event organizer for more information
Jun 21 - 24
2016
This 3.5 day pilot workshop is focused on the use of the mouse in neuroscience studies. It will survey current methods in the field with a strong emphasis on neurogenetic tools. Leaders in the field will discuss and lead laboratory workshops on topics including:
1:00 PM |
Introduction to Mouse Models of Human Disease |
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Gregory Cox, Ph.D.Associate ProfessorThe Jackson Laboratory |
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Michael Sasner, Ph.D.Senior Research ScientistThe Jackson Laboratory |
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Kristin Cough B.S., L.V.T.Animal Use TrainerThe Jackson Laboratory |
Postdoctoral Associate
Professor, The Ann Watson Symington Chair in Addiction Research and Senior Director, Integrative Data Science
Animal Use Trainer
Associate Professor
Application Scientist
Research Fellow
Principal Investigator
Group Leader
Viral Vector Core Scientist II
Assistant Professor of Neurological Sciences
Necropsy Technologist II
Group Leader
Director of Imaging
Associate Professor, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine; Director PITT Preclinical Phenotyping Core; Co-Head MODEL-AD Preclinical Testing Core
Senior Research Scientist
Senior Database User Support Specialist II
Research Scientist
Postdoctoral Fellow
3D Imaging Specialist
Associate Professor
Affiliated Scientist
On-campus double occupancy housing in rustic cabins will be made available on a first come, first serve basis. This option is for course participants only.
Please refer to the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce for lodging alternatives available for purchase. A few options are Blackwoods Campground, Quimby House Inn & Spa, Atlantic Oceanside Hotel or Bar Harbor Grand Hotel.
Bar Harbor is served by two airports:
Bar Harbor is approximately 6 hours by car from the greater Boston area.
Rental cars are available from Hertz at BHB and BGR
There is a free bus system available that runs throughout Bar Harbor - Island Explorer. The Jackson Laboratory is located between The Village Green and Sieur de Monts on the Sand Beach (Bus 3) Route.
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