The Denver lab is a great, unique place to work and learn!
We are a group seeking new knowledge and ways of understanding biological processes. Current lab trainees study evolution and genomics in plant-parasitic nematodes, anemones, and phage. We value diversity across many fronts - ways of thinking, trainee backgrounds, approaches to understanding things. The intersections of Buddhist and scientific thought are a prominent and growing part of the Denver lab environment. Dee is writing a book titled The Dharma in DNA, and teaches courses on the subject. More about this can be found on the Buddhism and Science Projects page.
The Denver lab trains postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduates. Our training approach blends structured activities (lab meetings, writing groups, collaboration meetings, etc.) with informal interactions to guide trainee paths. Four key values guide the Denver lab training environment: Discovery, Passion, Diversity, and Balance. You learn more about our values and philosophies here.
In the lab, scientific work involves maintaining nematode populations ('worm herding'), light and confocal microscopy, different kinds of molecular analysis (PCR, agarose gels, etc.), and preparing DNA for high-throughput DNA sequencing applications. There is also a strong emphasis on bioinformatic training and quantitative skill development; these skills are essential for evolutionary analysis at the genomic level. All team members are trained in the art of effective scientific writing and communication, and seeking financial support for their activities. We also like to do fun stuff together like go to lunch, go on hikes, and go to happy hour!
We are a group seeking new knowledge and ways of understanding biological processes. Current lab trainees study evolution and genomics in plant-parasitic nematodes, anemones, and phage. We value diversity across many fronts - ways of thinking, trainee backgrounds, approaches to understanding things. The intersections of Buddhist and scientific thought are a prominent and growing part of the Denver lab environment. Dee is writing a book titled The Dharma in DNA, and teaches courses on the subject. More about this can be found on the Buddhism and Science Projects page.
The Denver lab trains postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduates. Our training approach blends structured activities (lab meetings, writing groups, collaboration meetings, etc.) with informal interactions to guide trainee paths. Four key values guide the Denver lab training environment: Discovery, Passion, Diversity, and Balance. You learn more about our values and philosophies here.
In the lab, scientific work involves maintaining nematode populations ('worm herding'), light and confocal microscopy, different kinds of molecular analysis (PCR, agarose gels, etc.), and preparing DNA for high-throughput DNA sequencing applications. There is also a strong emphasis on bioinformatic training and quantitative skill development; these skills are essential for evolutionary analysis at the genomic level. All team members are trained in the art of effective scientific writing and communication, and seeking financial support for their activities. We also like to do fun stuff together like go to lunch, go on hikes, and go to happy hour!
