Training students in molecular and cellular biophysics
Official title: Molecular and Cellular Biophysics Training Grant
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-10838681 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program at the University of North Carolina is all about helping graduate students learn how tiny molecules and cells work together in our bodies, especially in relation to health and illness, while also encouraging teamwork and welcoming students from different science backgrounds.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $479,849 |
| NIH project number | 1T32GM148376-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10838681 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are graduate students from diverse backgrounds in biological sciences, chemistry, or physics who are interested in biophysics.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pursuing graduate education in the sciences will not benefit from this training program.
What this research studies
The Molecular and Cellular Biophysics Program at the University of North Carolina aims to train graduate students in understanding the molecular and cellular processes that underlie life and disease. This program uses biophysical approaches to explore complex biological systems, providing students with a strong foundation in quantitative and mathematical sciences. The training is designed to be inclusive and flexible, attracting a diverse group of students from various scientific backgrounds. Students will engage in collaborative research with faculty, enhancing their skills and career prospects in the biological sciences.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a new generation of scientists equipped to tackle complex biomedical challenges.
How similar studies have gone: Similar interdisciplinary training programs have successfully produced skilled researchers in the biomedical field, indicating a strong potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kuhlman, Brian a — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Kuhlman, Brian a
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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.