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About the project
The student will investigate patients with germline homozygous variants in the cyokine IL11. He/she will make use of patient-derived fibroblasts and serum to confirm the pathogenicity of identified mutations and examine its downstream effects on cellular activity. Additionally, an animal model may be envisaged in collaboration with European group and new clinical assays may required to better define syndrome. This falls under the Smart Health Initiative towards the understanding of monogenic diseases. This may become a part of a PhD project.
The Characterization of Il11-Deficiency in Humans (Internship) project is offered at King Abdullah University Of Science and Technology (KAUST).
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- literature review and knowledge of IL11 pathway cell culture with patient and established cell lines signalling assays including Elisa, western blots, QPCR, immnuoflorescence, metabolomics biomarker analysis in serum and supernatants animal modeling clinical analysis and comparison clear communication at lab meetings and project report
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Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
Students can choose their own start and end dates as the program runs across the year
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 79
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
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Visit programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA 3.5
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 79
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Official Transcript(s) in English from current and previous institutions
- Letter of Recommendation from faculty member in field of study
- Valid Passport(with six months validity)
- CV - Summary of your career, qualifications and education.
- Statement of Purpose-Explain your motivation to become a VSRP intern
Recommended student academic & research background
- Experience in molecular lab
- Knowledge of cell culture
- Desire to learn
- Interest in Mendelian diseases and Medicine
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 SAR per year during 3 months. -
National
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 SAR per year during 3 months.
This is a fully-funded internship; it includes tuition, airfare, housing, medical insurance, visa reimbursement and a monthly stipend of $1,000.
Living costs for Thuwal
2270 - 3445 SAR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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