MUSC - Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN) in Lipid Biology and New Technologies

Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN) in
Lipid Biology and New Technologies

Maurizio Del Poeta, M.D.
Associate Professor of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
PI and Director

Phone: 843-792-8381
email : delpoeta@musc.edu

Ms. Luanne Harley
Administrative Coordinator
Graduate Program in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Phone: 843-792-8012
email : harleylu@musc.edu

Description

The central theme of research and graduate education programs at MUSC is excellence in addressing important questions of modern biology. The university has evolved into a major research institution, leading the state with extramural awards totaling more than $189 million in FY 2006. In recent years MUSC has established particular strength in studying lipid metabolism, structure, biology and bioinformatics because lipid molecules have emerged as key regulators of cellular processes leading to the development of many pathobiological disorders, such as cardiovascular and neurological diseases, cancer, inflammation and infectious diseases. Thus, there is a need to foster and train new biologists in this field called “lipidomics” in order to advance our knowledge and discover new approaches for preventing and controlling lipid-mediated disorders .

Compensation

Students chosen as a GAANN fellow will receive an annual stipend during the fellowship. In addition to the stipend, GAANN fellows receive support for Tuition and Health Insurance. Additionally, $750 for travel to a scientific conference is made available to the student from the GAANN. Stipends begin September 1 st..

Application

All interested students should submit the following to the Director of this grant (Dr. Maurizio Del Poeta at delpoeta@musc.edu)

A. FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Assistance) – please note to be eligible for this GAANN grant a student’s FAFSA must be zero (0) or less;

B. Personal Statement on your career goals and why you want to be a GAANN Fellow in Lipid Biology and New Technologies.

C. Copy of your transcripts

D. Your Curriculum Vitae

Selection

GAANN fellows will be selected by the GAANN Steering Committee based upon the following criteria:

A. Financial need as documented by the FAFSA form

B. Academic merit

C. Personal Statement

Requirements

GAANN Fellows are required to

1) enroll in the teaching techniques course CGS 725

2) teach approximately 1 semester at an Undergraduate Institution (usually The Citadel);

3) take the appropriate courses for the completion of their PhD.

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· Description · Compensation · Application · Selection · Requirements	Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN) in Lipid Biology and New Technologies Maurizio Del Poeta, M.D. Associate Professor of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology PI and Director Phone: 843-792-8381 email : delpoeta@musc.edu Ms. Luanne Harley Administrative Coordinator Graduate Program in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Phone: 843-792-8012 email : harleylu@musc.edu Description The central theme of research and graduate education programs at MUSC is excellence in addressing important questions of modern biology. The university has evolved into a major research institution, leading the state with extramural awards totaling more than $189 million in FY 2006. In recent years MUSC has established particular strength in studying lipid metabolism, structure, biology and bioinformatics because lipid molecules have emerged as key regulators of cellular processes leading to the development of many pathobiological disorders, such as cardiovascular and neurological diseases, cancer, inflammation and infectious diseases. Thus, there is a need to foster and train new biologists in this field called “lipidomics” in order to advance our knowledge and discover new approaches for preventing and controlling lipid-mediated disorders . Compensation Students chosen as a GAANN fellow will receive an annual stipend during the fellowship. In addition to the stipend, GAANN fellows receive support for Tuition and Health Insurance. Additionally, $750 for travel to a scientific conference is made available to the student from the GAANN. Stipends begin September 1 st.. Application All interested students should submit the following to the Director of this grant (Dr. Maurizio Del Poeta at delpoeta@musc.edu) A. FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Assistance) – please note to be eligible for this GAANN grant a student’s FAFSA must be zero (0) or less; B. Personal Statement on your career goals and why you want to be a GAANN Fellow in Lipid Biology and New Technologies. C. Copy of your transcripts D. Your Curriculum Vitae Selection GAANN fellows will be selected by the GAANN Steering Committee based upon the following criteria: A. Financial need as documented by the FAFSA form B. Academic merit C. Personal Statement Requirements GAANN Fellows are required to 1) enroll in the teaching techniques course CGS 725 2) teach approximately 1 semester at an Undergraduate Institution (usually The Citadel); 3) take the appropriate courses for the completion of their PhD.