NSF commits $36 million to uncovering Rules of Life that will drive next-generation research

NSF commits $36 million to uncovering Rules of Life that will drive next-generation research

The National Science Foundation has invested $36 million in the first projects under its Understanding the Rules of Life portfolio. These awards are aimed at accelerating development in two key areas of science and engineering research: building a synthetic cell, and epigenetics.

"Discovering the rules governing life on earth is a grand scientific challenge that holds the potential to enhance the U.S. position as a global leader in research and development," said NSF Assistant ...

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Published September 04, 2019 at 07:30PM
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