RESEARCH
Our unofficial lab motto: Say 'yes' to the mess!
To find our published papers, look for Emily Kane on GOOGLE SCHOLAR
The Kane Lab is interested in animal form and function, usually in fishes and other aquatic animals. We combine approaches from physiology, biomechanics, ecology, and evolution to understand how animals interact with and survive in their environments.
A primary line of questioning in the lab has centered on prey capture in fishes and the idea of coordinated, integrated use of swimming (the body) and feeding (the jaws). However, we are interested in lots of questions about organismal function and have recently branched out into new areas, including applied research! Check out our primary areas of study below.
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Understanding adaptation and anthropogenic impacts using livebearing fishes
Equipment available in the lab includes:
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Syncable high speed video cameras
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GoPro, trail, and digital SLR cameras
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90L swim tunnel respirometer
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Portable wave channel
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Xylem flow probe and Nortek Vector acoustic doppler velicometer
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Backpack electrofisher and other fish sampling equipment, including a field trailer
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Ultimaker S5 3D printer
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A wet lab space accommodating 6 custom built all-in-one recirculating tanks as well as additional standard glass tank housing
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Computing resources including 64 TB RAID 10 network attached shared storage and a high performance desktop computer
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Renovated lab space including ergonomic desks and chairs
