WelcomeMy name is Sydney Birch and I am a PhD student in the Molecular Evolution and Systems Biology (MESB) program at the University of New Hampshire. My research is focused on investigating the physiology of sensory systems in Cnidarians, specifically in Hydrozoans (find out what cnidarians are on my research page). In my research I use a variety of approaches including phylogenetics, bioinformatics, behavioral studies, and molecular techniques. In addition to my research, I have recently completed a cognate (minor) in College Teaching at the University of New Hampshire through the Center of Excellence and Innovation in Teaching and Learning. I believe my experiences from teaching, performing research, and completing the cognate have provided me with a unique set of skills allowing me to facilitate and enhance student learning as well as strengthen my research. My hope is that this site demonstrates my passion for research and teaching, and provides an introduction to the awesome world of cnidarian sensory biology. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me or send a tweet! For a quick synopsis of my research check out my 3 Minute Thesis video on my outreach page
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Overview
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Education
PhD MESB, In Progress
University of New Hampshire, Durham Minor in College Teaching, 2018 University of New Hampshire, Durham NSF GRFP Awardee, 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 Teaching assistant, Michigan State University Course: Organismal Biology |
Contact Info
Email: sjb1061@wildcats.unh.edu
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