Our Developmental Physiology and Genetics Research (DPGR) group at UNT comprises of a vibrant consortium of seven faculty and more than two dozen graduate students, post doctoral fellows and visiting investigators. Focusing on Developmental Integrative Biology, we employ a highly collaborative approach to exploring:
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developmental physiology from molecular to organismal levels
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physiological genomics relating to developmental processes
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interactions of genes and environment as they influence cellular, physiological, morphological, and behavioral development
Our investigators use a rich variety of animal models popular in developmental studies, including C. elegans, fruit flies, zebrafish, amphibians, birds, and mammals. Through our use of diverse animal models, we collectively aim to identify major unifying principles of Developmental Integrative Biology.
UNT has designated our DPGR group as an area of research excellence, and will be investing heavily in new DPGR faculty, support staff, training opportunities, and infrastructure to move us to national prominence. In 2010 we will occupy state-of-the-art research facilities in the new Life Sciences Complex providing unmatched opportunities for contemporary studies in Developmental Integrative Biology.
We welcome inquiries regarding potential collaborations, training opportunities, and employment.