SYDNEY BIRCH
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Welcome

My 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 

Education
PhD MESB, Expected: July 2022
   
Minor: College Teaching
   University of New Hampshire, Durham
   Dissertation Topic:
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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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    • CV & About Me
    • Contact Me
  • Research
    • Publications
  • Teaching
    • Teaching Philosophy
    • Teaching Competency
    • Classes Taught >
      • Genetics
  • Outreach & Service
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