Award
National Institute of General Medical Sciences 5T32GM142604-05
Physical Genomics and Engineering Training Program
Recipient
Northwestern University
Award Amount
$397,638.00
Ceiling
$397,638.00
Awarded
July 14, 2025
Identifier
5T32GM142604-05
NIH grant awarded to Northwestern University for a training program in physical genomics, supporting interdisciplinary education in molecular biology and related fields, with a focus on chromatin structure and gene regulation.
Description
The proposed Physical Genomics Predoctoral Training Program (PGTP) aims to support transdisciplinary training in molecular biology, bioengineering, physics, optics, chemistry, and medicine. It focuses on understanding systems and integrative biology within the emerging field of physical genomics. The program will train students to manipulate chromatin structure to regulate gene expression, with implications for treating diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s. Trainees will gain practical experience through seminars, experiential learning, and mentorship by faculty with outstanding research records.