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MCA: The neural and genetic architecture underlying lateral line evolution and development — NSF Award to University of Florida (F

The overall goal of this project is to better understand how the nervous system evolves. By linking traditionally separate fields of genetics and neuroscience, the researchers will reveal how sensory systems change over time in the blind Mexican cavefish. The cavefish is a special animal in that it has both blind and e

Award titleMCA: The neural and genetic architecture underlying lateral line evolution and development
Award ID2321275
AwardeeUniversity of Florida
CityGAINESVILLE
StateFL
Amount obligated$367,211
Principal investigatorJames Liao
ProgramActivation, Cross-BIO Activities
Start date06/15/2024
AbstractThe overall goal of this project is to better understand how the nervous system evolves. By linking traditionally separate fields of genetics and neuroscience, the researchers will reveal how sensory systems change over time in the blind Mexican cavefish. The cavefish is a special animal in that it has both blind and eyed populations, thereby providing a unique opportunity to connect basic, fundamental research with a broader understanding of evolution for society (through journal publications,
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