A grant has been awarded to the University of North Dakota under the direction of Dr. Van Doze to acquire a stereology microscope system for quantitative microscopic analysis of nerve cells. The instrument will allow researchers to make detailed observations of cell structure to study nerve cell development, plasticity, and cellular interactions in the nervous system. Using fluorescent probes and imaging montage software, the investigators will be able to construct three-dimensional images on computers at several workstations. The equipment will be used in courses and in student research, including several programs aimed at rural students and students from Native American tribes.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Biological Infrastructure (DBI)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
0619688
Program Officer
Steven E. Ellis
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
2006-08-01
Budget End
2009-07-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
2006
Total Cost
$154,427
Indirect Cost
Name
University of North Dakota
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Grand Forks
State
ND
Country
United States
Zip Code
58202