The objective of the Small Animal Physiology Core is to apply state-of-the-art diagnostic modalities for characterizing murine cardiovascular physiology in vivo and in vitro to determine the effects of particular gene mutations.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Type
Specialized Center (P50)
Project #
5P50HL061036-02
Application #
6302541
Study Section
Project Start
2000-01-25
Project End
2000-12-31
Budget Start
1998-10-01
Budget End
1999-09-30
Support Year
2
Fiscal Year
2000
Total Cost
$234,991
Indirect Cost
Name
Harvard University
Department
Type
DUNS #
082359691
City
Boston
State
MA
Country
United States
Zip Code
02115
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