BRC-BIO: Exploring the phenotypic consequences of copy number variation of the ribosomal R — NSF Award to SUNY College at Brockpor
A variety of genetic differences exist among individuals, but some forms of genetic variation have been more difficult to study than others. This project investigates one such form of variation: differences in how many copies an individual has of certain genes. The genes encoding ribosomal RNAs are present in hundreds
| Award title | BRC-BIO: Exploring the phenotypic consequences of copy number variation of the ribosomal R |
|---|---|
| Award ID | 2437133 |
| Awardee | SUNY College at Brockport |
| City | BROCKPORT |
| State | NY |
| Amount obligated | $468,344 |
| Principal investigator | Elizabeth Morton |
| Program | NFE-New Faculty Enhancement |
| Start date | 03/15/2025 |
| Abstract | A variety of genetic differences exist among individuals, but some forms of genetic variation have been more difficult to study than others. This project investigates one such form of variation: differences in how many copies an individual has of certain genes. The genes encoding ribosomal RNAs are present in hundreds of copies per genome, and two humans may have differences of hundreds of copies between them. Variation in these genes has recently been linked to cancer, aging, and cell function. |
| Source | NSF Awards |
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