Award
National Institutes of Health 11181511
Single-component optogenetic tools to bidirectionally control RhoA in mechanotransduction
Recipient
University of Pennsylvania
Award Amount
$346,770.00
Ceiling
$346,770.00
Awarded
August 15, 2025
Identifier
11181511
The award funds the development of optogenetic tools to control RhoA signaling for studying cell mechanics and signaling pathways.
Description
This project aims to engineer, benchmark, and demonstrate the capabilities of an optogenetic toolbox to control RhoA signaling, enhancing understanding of cell contractility, motility, and mechanotransduction.