For Release: Monday, July 13, 2009
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY CARBONDALE RECEIVES NIH FUNDING
Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) has received $711,027 in 3 grants from the National Institutes of Health. The funds will be used for the following research projects:
Award |
Project |
$218,250 |
DEAF-1 Interactions and Protein Modifications in Prostate Cells |
$274,527 |
Developing D-methionine as an Aminoglycoside Otoprotectant |
$218,250 |
The Effects of Vitamin B3 on Traumatic Brain Injury |
“Investment in research projects that contribute to improvements in health care is an important federal priority,” said Costello. “SIUC continues to demonstrate its leadership in the field of scientific research which is important both for the university and for the region.”
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