Science Buddies: "Ask an Expert"

Hello,
I'm interested evolving/mutating skin cells however to do so i need access to a research lab, how is the best way to go about getting contacts/ mentors to help with that?

Hi,

You need to find a local laboratory with the expertise and equipment that would allow you do to experiments. You might be able to find someone with through the following sources:

1. Ask your teacher if there are any local labs in your area.
2. Contact a local university and ask if anyone is doing similar research. You will need to identify the professors and send an e-mail message or call.
3. Contact the American Society for Cell Biology (or your local Society for Cell Biology if you are not in the US).
http://www.ascb.org/index.php?option=co ... &Itemid=11
See if there is a local meeting you can attend to meet researchers who are interested in your subject.
4. Look for scientific references in your area of interest and look for authors that are located at a University or institution close to you. Send an e-mail inquiry.

At the same time, you should do background reading and develop a topic with the resources that you have.

Please let us know if you need any additional suggestions.

Donna Hardy

Hi,

And, here are some more ideas compiled by Science Buddy volunteers who worked with mentors:

https://www.sciencebuddies.org/science- ... tors.shtml


Donna Hardy

Hi -
Depending on your area, you could work at the Schmahl Science Workshop (san jose) which provides pretty advanced cell culturing, etc. equipment to students your age.
Email [email protected] if you're interested.

If you don't live in CA or near San jose, then email the directors of your science fair and ask if they know anyone who could help. Usually there is a scientific review committee (SRC) as part of your science fair which consists of scientists at local universities. They may be able to help you out.