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Sea Star Multi-Species

• Get count matrix for D. imbricata completed
• BLAST all three count matrices: P. helianthoides, P. ochraceus, D. imbricata
• Characterize expressed genes within each species
• Come up with budget request for more sequencing

Eelgrass

• Submit permits for the organisms we’ll be using
• Meet with DOH folks to plan out Spring and Summer

Other

Degree Milestones:

• request reading lists from committee members
• select date for qualifying exams
• write proposal