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Hi, I am a recent college grad, looking to apply to graduate school. I am very interested in snake venom, mainly the evolutionary aspect of its development. I was hoping someone could help with some direction as to whom I should talk to about my continuing studies. Any information on graduate professors or programs (in the U.S.) interested in conducted this type of research or any related to it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot!

Steve Mackessey, UNC Greeley. Sharp guy and a nice person. Good for at least a chat to get you going.

I hope you have a *solid* chemistry foundation. Without it, forget it.

Best,
Jimi

Steve is a great resource as is Dr. Bryan Frye.

Jim Harrison

What did you graduate in?
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Dr. Bryan Grieg Fry
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Venomics Research Laboratory,
Department of Biochemistry,
Bio21 Institute,
University of Melbourne
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http://www.venomdoc.com

I graduated with a B.S. in Zoology, with a minor in Entomology.

>>I graduated with a B.S. in Zoology, with a minor in Entomology.

To do proper venom research, you'll need to get some molecular biology or biochemistry under your belt but that is not insurmountable.

Your undergrad marks will indeed be important

For US programs, try Elda Sanchez in Texas. "Elda E. Sánchez"

Cheers
Bryan
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Dr. Bryan Grieg Fry
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Venomics Research Laboratory,
Department of Biochemistry,
Bio21 Institute,
University of Melbourne
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http://www.venomdoc.com

Stupid forum deleted the email address here it is again
kaees00 AT tamuk.edu
AT = @

Thank you very much! I really appreciate the helpful information.