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Opportunities for Students, Collaborators, and Partners

Overview

The Gurr Lab is a collaborative research group exploring how shellfish respond and adapt to environmental stress—from the cellular to the ecosystem level.
We’re always interested in connecting with motivated students, postdoctoral researchers, and aquaculture professionals who want to bridge fundamental science with real-world impact.

For Students

Graduate Students
Students with interests in integrative biology, aquaculture, molecular physiology, or bioinformatics are encouraged to reach out. Our projects combine experimental work, data analysis, and field collaboration with hatcheries and research institutions.

Funding varies by project and year, but strong applicants are supported in applying for fellowships (e.g., NSF, NOAA, National Academies, or institutional programs).

Undergraduates & Interns
When space allows, the lab hosts undergraduates and visiting scholars to gain hands-on experience in physiology, cytology, or data science. Roles may include hatchery support, image analysis, or transcriptomic data processing.

For Collaborators

We welcome partnerships across academia, government, and industry.
Our team works closely with hatcheries and research centers to translate findings into practical interventions — from conditioning protocols to predictive breeding tools.

If you’re interested in collaborative projects, co-mentorship, or joint proposals, please get in touch through the contact form below or by email.

Current Focus Areas

  • Early-life programming and hormetic conditioning

  • Multi-omics and quantitative genetics in bivalves

  • Predictive phenotyping and performance modeling

  • Climate resilience and applied aquaculture innovation

How to Reach Out

If you’d like to work with the lab, please send an email including:

  • A short statement of interest (what you’d like to explore or contribute)

  • Your CV or résumé

  • Relevant experience, skills, or ideas for collaboration

📧 Contact: [lab email]

Or use the Contact Page to get in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that diverse perspectives make science stronger.

The Gurr Lab welcomes students and collaborators from all backgrounds, identities, and life experiences.