Training students at the intersection of chemistry and biology
Predoctoral Training at the Chemistry-Biology Interface
This program is designed to help students learn how chemistry can solve tricky biological problems that affect our health, by working together with both chemists and biologists at the University of Pennsylvania.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10873300 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to equip students with the skills needed to tackle complex biological issues through the lens of chemistry. It focuses on understanding the mechanistic chemistry of biomolecules that can influence human health and disease treatment. Students are selected after choosing a thesis project and are trained in multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration between chemists and biologists. The program involves faculty from both the Perelman School of Medicine and the School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are graduate students pursuing predoctoral training in chemistry or biology.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in academic training or do not have a background in chemistry or biology may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to innovative solutions for biological problems that impact human health.
How similar studies have performed: Similar interdisciplinary training programs have shown success in fostering collaboration and innovation in addressing complex biological challenges.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Marmorstein, Ronen — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Marmorstein, Ronen
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 below.