Director- Dr. J Timothy Lightfoot
The purpose of this rotation was to gain experience working with animal models in relation to physical activity and genetics.
Prior to performing any hands-on activity, I completed relevant CITI training (“Reducing pain and distress in laboratory mice and rats,” “Working with mice in research,” “Working with the IACUC”).
Assisted with the following tasks:
- Collecting body composition measurements via mouse MRI
- Weaning pups
- Attaching running wheels to cages
- Changing cages
- Measuring ano-genital area
- Sacrifice and dissection for later analyses