We are looking for a motivated researcher interested in exploring space-aging—specifically, addressing the question: Does the brain age faster than body tissues, and which brain regions are most affected by spaceflight?
This project involves analyzing RNA-seq datasets from multiple brain regions and peripheral tissues, and comparing them with spaceflight-relevant datasets through the lens of the hallmarks of aging pathways.
The analysis is already underway, and we are seeking someone with bioinformatics expertise who can lead data analysis and figure generation, coordinate subgroup meetings within the Brain AWG, and serve as first/ co-first author on the resulting manuscript. The project will be closely supported by seniors and the lead investigator from the Brain AWG, providing mentorship and guidance throughout.
We’re excited to bring on a motivated scholar or student to help move this project forward.
I can deploy analysis pipelines compatible with OSDR-derived RNA-seq datasets, if the specific dataset selection has been indicated explicitly. Once the relevant accessions are defined, I can generate an illustrative output (differential signatures, region–tissue contrasts, or pathway-level projections) so you can evaluate methodological alignment. Given the heterogeneity in some datasets (raw-only, partially processed, or heterogeneous preprocessing histories), I prefer to determine the analytic strategy after confirming dataset completeness and compatibility.
If deeper computational throughput is required due to the analysis, that capacity would need to be provided on your side, after which I can proceed without constraint. With these points clarified, I can engage directly in the comparative analysis, figure generation, and coordination within the Brain AWG, integrating results into your workflow as soon as the dataset parameters are fixed; and if you already have a defined methodological framework, I can adapt to it without difficulty.
I hope you are both well. I am very interested in this space aging project and would be honored to contribute to the analysis of RNA-seq data across brain regions and tissues. I have some experience working with NASA OSDR datasets and cross-study integration; and I would be excited to support data analysis, figure generation, and Brain AWG coordination. Please let me know the next steps—I’d be grateful for the opportunity to join this work.
Hi Nilufar,
My group is using GRN to investigate Drosophila Melanogaster due
to the effects of Microgravity.
There is a scope to study aging via GRN if you have transsystemic data from experiments jn space.
We can discuss this further if you think that we may be helpful to your group.
Regards
Heeralal Janwa
Director
Department of Mathematics
UPR Rio Piedras
and
Full Professor
Hi all, thank you for your interest in this project …I will send a when to meet invite to everyone interested.. however I would need your email IDs. Please reply here, email or DM me your email IDs. Thanks again!
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