This subproject is one of many research subprojects utilizing theresources provided by a Center grant funded by NIH/NCRR. The subproject andinvestigator (PI) may have received primary funding from another NIH source,and thus could be represented in other CRISP entries. The institution listed isfor the Center, which is not necessarily the institution for the investigator.To develop institutional capacity for biomedical research and training, we focused on areas that would enhance research opportunities for both students and faculty. Institutional resources were devoted primarily to the hiring of technicians, the support of undergraduate research, and a subscription to an electronic bibliographic resource. The molecular biology technician has transformed our DNA sequencer into a core facility with much higher productivity than had previously occurred, and has provided valuable assistance in three faculty laboratories. A second technician is maintaining a zebrafish breeding colony and performing assays, greatly enhancing research capacity in immunology. Research support was provided for 18 undergraduate students. Finally, the Web of Science is used by hundreds of students as well as faculty, enhancing our understanding of cutting-edge primary research. These contributions to our research infrastructure have begun to lead to increased research productivity by faculty, and high rates of matriculation into PhD programs by students.
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