Sensory Biology & Behavior Internship

*This program only takes one intern in the summer plus one REU student (see www.mote.org/reu)

This program focuses on sensory and cognitive processes and capabilities in a variety of marine animals. Many marine animals face losses of sensory information due to natural and human-induced environmental changes, which can impact their ability to find food or mates and avoid predators. The practices involved in fish farming can result in animals learning to feed differently than their wild counterparts, which may impact their survival. Interns will participate in laboratory-based research on feeding behavior in fish, using methods such as high-speed videography. Other ongoing projects include assessing the impacts of environmental contaminants, climate change, or the hatchery-raising of fish. Students with advanced biology coursework and computer experience preferred.

Hours are Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. with occasional long hours and weekends.

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