<p>Hey guys!</p>
<p>I'm a rising senior in HS and just got invited to volunteer in a research lab studying something about the population dynamics of microtine rodents. </p>
<p>First off, as a med school hopeful, should I look for a research project that is more medically related (like cancer research)? I'm genuinely interested in the research, but I just wanted to make sure before I settled.</p>
<p>Question two, the professor asked to meet with me Monday to show me around the lab and animal care facility. Should I dress up? Or are jeans and a nice shirt acceptable. </p>
<p>Any other tips or advice that might be helpful?</p>
<p>Thanks in advance!</p>
<p>It doesn’t matter what your project is. At this point any meaningful experience is good.</p>
<p>I think jeans without any holes/tears and a polo or button down shirt is sufficient until you see how the rest of the lab dresses.</p>
<p>Agree that any research experience is great, it’s amazing how one opportunity opens doors for other ones down the line.</p>
<p>One thing about lab attire, closed toed shoes for safety.</p>
<p>Thanks you two for the help. I followed your advice and considering that the professor was wearing jean shorts and a tank top, I think my choice of clothes went just fine ;)</p>
<p>wow. Well normally for safety you need to wear closed toed shoes and long pants (the PI is probably not in the lab at all so he/she can wear shorts) but certainly t-shirts and jeans with sneakers sounds acceptable there.</p>