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Welcome to our lab here at Mount Sinai School of Medicine (Directions & Campus Map).
We are using neuroimaging and genetic methods to try to understand how genetic variation relates to individual differences in cognitive development, particularly in the area of attention and cognitive control. Our research is one example of basic research that seeks to generate genomic- and biomarker-based tools to guide medical treatment and early intervention.
Please explore our weblog and some useful bioinformatic sites that might help in your research. Here are PubMed links to our co-authored publications ( JA Fossella & J Fossella ). Please feel free to download our PowerPoint Presentations, and an excel spreadsheet containing pcr-rflp GENETIC MARKERS (orgnet_pcr_rflp_markers.xls) for several interesting dopaminergic and developmental candidate genes including a new set of markers related to the developing frontal midline. Lastly, here is a link to continuing training in MRI safety.
Dr. Jin Fan’s neuroimaging laboratory is next door !
Research environment:
Behavioral testing suite, office view of upper east side & Central Park, the office, mock scanner & genotyping lab.
Stop by for a visit ! In addition to our research facilities, there are several inspiring places to walk and chat nearby the lab.
Petrie European Sculpture Court at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. and the Conservatory Garden are two favorites.
New York City is also full of bio-science communities and resources.
Since 1817, the New York Academy of Sciences has been bringing together scientists of different disciplines from around the world. Founded in 1847, The New York Academy of Medicine is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit institution whose mission is to enhance the health of the public. The new East River Science Park on 1rst Ave & 29th St. is taking shape. The New York Biotechnology Association is a not-for-profit trade association dedicated to the development and growth of New York State based biotechnology related industries and institutions, and to strengthening the competitiveness of New York State as a premier global location for biotechnology/biomedical research, education and industry.
5′ and 3′ overhangs …
The Metropolitan Opera, Jazz88 FM, WQXR classical FM
Wherever possible, we utilize free and open solutions such as “R“, Geneious, NeoOffice and BibDesk
Why not spend a few moments browsing Jim Watson, or Craig Ventor’s genomes ? Or watch some cool videos on the “DNA Tube” or browse these different brain atlases
Young scientists will enjoy “Bones, Brains and DNA” and Morphonix, the brain education game !
Check out the latest in how genetics is transforming healthcare and culture in the “DNA bloggers” RSS feed
Cheers !
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