Today, U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) announced seven research grants, totaling $2,926,600, for the University of Miami's Miller School of Medicine.
Today, U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) announced seven research grants, totaling $2,926,600, for the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine. The supported projects and their corresponding awards are listed below:
• Molecular Mechanisms of Notch Signaling in Neoplasia - $262,065 • Acquisition of a Biacore T200 for Molecular Interaction Studies - $350,959 • Cell Based Therapy for Non-Ischemic Dilated Cardiomyopathy - $715,544 • Functional Outcomes in Older Adults with Schizophrenia - $267,750 • Modulation of Rett-Like Phenotypes in Mouse Models of Rett Syndrome - $229,500 • Role of Pannexin1 in Ischemic Injury of Retinal Ganglion Cells - $372,710 • Role of Toll-Like Receptor Signaling in Retinal Ischemia - $364,036
“I’m pleased to announce these grants for the UM School of Medicine,” said Congresswoman Wilson. “As a member of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, I believe supporting research and development in the sciences is vital for our nation’s future. These grants will bolster UM’s efforts to study diseases affecting millions of Americans. I encourage UM and other South Florida institutions to remain competitive in pursuing federal grants.”
The grants were awarded by various institutes at the National Institutes of Health, an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
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Rep. Frederica S. Wilson is a first-term Congresswoman representing the 17th District of Florida, including Northern Miami-Dade and Southeast Broward Counties. A former state legislator and school principal, she is the founder of the 5000 Role Models for Excellence Project, a mentoring program for young males at risk of dropping out of school.
