WelcomeMy name is Sydney Birch and I am a PhD candidate in the Molecular and Evolutionary Systems Biology (MESB) program at the University of New Hampshire. My PhD research is focused on understanding how hydrozoans (Cnidaria) integrate sensory information from the environment and how that influences behavioral responses by investigating three closely related hydrozoan species: Hydra vulgaris, Ectopleura crocea, and Hydractinia symbiolongicarpus. In my research I use a variety of approaches including phylogenetics, bioinformatics, behavioral studies, and molecular techniques. In addition to my research and PhD studies, I have also completed a Minor in College Teaching at the University of New Hampshire through the Center of Excellence and Innovation in Teaching and Learning. My hope is that this site demonstrates my passion for research and teaching. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me or send a tweet! For a quick synopsis on one of my research projects check out my 3 Minute Thesis video on my outreach page!
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Overview
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Education
PhD MESB, Expected: July 2022
Minor: College Teaching University of New Hampshire, Durham Dissertation Topic: Sensory Integration in Hydrozoans NSF GRFP Fellow, 2019 B.S. Zoology, 2014 Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI |
Teaching
Teaching assistant, University of New Hampshire
Course: Genetics Graduate student Mentor in Plachetzki Lab McNair Scholars Graduate Peer Mentor UNH Graduate School Peer Mentor Teaching assistant, Michigan State University Course: Organismal Biology |
Contact Info
Email: sydney.birch@unh.edu
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