Developing hydrogel systems for brain organoid culture
The Sun lab is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented undergraduate student to contribute to a research project focused on the synthesis and characterization of hyaluronic acid–based hydrogels for brain organoid development. This work aims to design biomaterial systems that better mimic the brain microenvironment.
The student will assist with polymer functionalization, hydrogel synthesis, and physicochemical characterization. Techniques may include pH adjustment, lyophilization, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, and rheological analysis of hydrogel mechanical properties. Emphasis will be placed on careful experimental work, good record-keeping, and reproducibility.
There may also be limited opportunities to support organoid culture and imaging, where microscopy is used to assess organoid development.
Name of research group, project, or lab
Laboratory for Multiscale Bioengineering and Mechanobiology
This position is a good fit for students looking to gain hands-on research experience and build technical skills in an interdisciplinary lab environment.
