Trainees in the laboratory are expected to be motivated and self-derived to progress their research careers. Trainees are encouraged to participate in following activities during their training in the laboratory.
- Complete following training: Ethics in research, Good lab Practice (GLP), Animal care and use
- Present research at Local Venues (Phi Zeta, Annual Retreat, and Lunch and Science seminar series)
- Present research in national meetings
- Publish research in peer-reviewed journals
- Apply for research and career development fellowships
Selected Funding Opportunities for Graduate Students
F31- Predoctoral Fellowship from NIH
American Heart Association- Predoctoral Fellowship
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation- Predoctoral Fellowship
Selected Funding Opportunities for Postdoctoral Fellows
F32- Postdoctoral Fellowship from NIH
American Heart Association- Postdoctoral Fellowship
K99/R00- Postdoctoral Career Development Award from NIH
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation- Postdoctoral Fellowship
Selected Funding Opportunities for Veterinary Professionals:
One full-time paid summer fellowship (funded by the investigator) is available to DVM professionals, preferable from LSU-SVM. Fellows are expected to contribute at least 8 hours per day/night during the tenure of fellowship. Fellow will be working full time to initiate and complete a full-length research project. It is expected that student present and publish their research work as a lead author. Interested candidates may email their CVs to ysaini@lsu.edu