Administrative Core for EPIC: Advancing Eukaryotic Pathogens Research at Clemson
Official title: Administrative Core - EPIC
Funded at Clemson University · NIH-11382787 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A center grant supporting Clemson University’s Eukaryotic Pathogens Innovation Center to grow expertise, mentor researchers, and coordinate research on disease-causing eukaryotic pathogens.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Clemson University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Clemson, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2022 |
| Project end | May 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $320,443 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM146584-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11382787 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are individuals affected by or at risk for diseases caused by eukaryotic pathogens and those who may participate in future pathogen-related clinical studies or registries.
✕Less likely to help
Patients looking for direct, immediate experimental therapies from this core may not benefit; the grant focuses on research infrastructure and mentoring.
What this research studies
This grant funds the Administrative Core of EPIC, helping Clemson attract top faculty and postdocs in eukaryotic pathogen research. It also supports a comprehensive mentoring program to strengthen grant writing and research skills. The core coordinates activities, meetings, and external communications to build national and international collaborations. The aim is to expand the center's reach and ensure researchers can compete for major NIH funding.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, patients could benefit from faster advances in understanding and combatting diseases caused by eukaryotic pathogens through improved research coordination and training.
How similar studies have gone: Center and mentoring grants have accelerated research productivity and grant success in related pathogen research groups, though outcomes are variable by center.
Where this research is happening
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Clemson University
Clemson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smith, Kerry Scot — Clemson University
- Study coordinator: Smith, Kerry Scot
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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.