Acquiring a new ultracentrifuge for advanced biological research and education
Official title: Ultracentrifuge
Funded at Portland State University · NIH-10879631 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is about getting a new ultracentrifuge for Portland State University so that students and researchers in Biology, Physics, and Chemistry can do better experiments and learn more about things like viruses and DNA repair.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Portland State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $98,784 |
| NIH project number | 1S10GM154263-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10879631 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include students and researchers involved in molecular biology, microbiology, and biophysics at Portland State University.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affiliated with Portland State University or those outside the age range of 20 years and younger may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on obtaining a modern ultracentrifuge to enhance the capabilities of Portland State University’s Biology, Physics, and Chemistry departments. The new equipment will replace outdated and non-functional centrifuges, allowing for improved educational activities and advanced research projects. Students and researchers will utilize the ultracentrifuge for various applications, including studying viruses, DNA repair, and the effects of microgravity on bacteria. This initiative aims to foster a better learning environment and facilitate cutting-edge biomedical research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve educational opportunities and research outcomes in molecular and cellular biology for students and faculty.
How similar studies have gone: While this specific acquisition is novel for PSU, similar initiatives at other institutions have successfully enhanced research capabilities and educational outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Portland State University
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stedman, Kenneth Mark — Portland State University
- Study coordinator: Stedman, Kenneth Mark
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.