College
Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
Date of Last Revision
2026-01-06 09:32:00
Major
Biomedical Science
Honors Course
BIOL 499
Number of Credits
2
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Fall 2025
Abstract
This project will aim to identify ribbon outputs and post-synaptic partners of type 7 bipolar cells in a mouse retina. Using the software WebKnossos, a three-dimensional skeleton of three to four type 7 bipolar cells will be traced. Ribbon synapses will then be located along the cells' axon terminals, and the types of cells that are receiving the synaptic output will be identified. The goal of this project is to provide a better understanding of how type 7 bipolar cells interact with other neurons in the inner plexiform layer (IPL) of the retina.
Research Sponsor
Jordan M. Renna
First Reader
Kevin P. Paut
Second Reader
Qin Liu
Honors Faculty Advisor
Brian Bagatto
Proprietary and/or Confidential Information
No
Recommended Citation
Groen, Lauren, "Morphology and Synaptic Connections of a T7 Bipolar Cell in Mouse Retina" (2025). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 2086.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/2086