Award
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development 5T32HD108075-03
Interdisciplinary Research Training at the Interface of Reproductive Sciences and Bioengineering
Recipient
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Award Amount
$242,124.00
Ceiling
$242,124.00
Awarded
April 28, 2026
Identifier
5T32HD108075-03
NIH grant awarded to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to support interdisciplinary predoctoral training in reproductive sciences and bioengineering, focusing on innovative research methods and collaborative faculty involvement.
Description
The training program aims to train predoctoral students in reproductive biology and bioengineering, blending biological sciences and engineering techniques. The program focuses on germ cell development, hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian function, spermatogenesis, embryo-uterine crosstalk, placentation, and preterm birth. It emphasizes innovative research methods such as 3D cell culture, organoids, mechanobiology, and advanced imaging. The program involves 24 faculty members across 14 departments and 4 colleges, supporting high-quality interdisciplinary research and training.