PhD student in neuroscience: 'Study of the synaptic role of the IgLON5 protein' M/F
Core
Investigate the synaptic role of the IgLON5 protein using super-resolution microscopy, binding assays, and single-particle tracking to determine its relevance and dynamics in neuronal cultures.
Role type
PhD student in molecular and cellular neuroscience
Builds
Research findings on synaptic protein function and interactions
Domain
Neuroscience / Molecular Biology
Deliverable
research
Required skills
super-resolution microscopy, binding assays, single-particle tracking, neuronal culture analysis, protein interaction analysis
Preferred skills
knowledge of cytoskeletal dynamics, experience with IgLON5 antibodies
Technologies
super-resolution microscopy, binding assays, single-particle tracking
Responsibilities
Investigate whether IgLON5 functions as a synaptic protein; Utilize super-resolution microscopy, binding assays, and single-particle tracking; Determine IgLON5's synaptic relevance; Confirm interactions with identified binding partners; Analyse IgLON5 dynamics in neuronal cultures, including those with cytoskeletal disruptions induced by IgLON5 antibodies.