The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $186,930 Project Grant under the Integrative Activities (CFDA 47.083) program to the University of South Dakota (USD). The grant will enable USD to acquire an Oroboros NextGen-O2K All-in-One System, a highly sensitive instrument for precise, real-time measurement of cellular energy flow. This analyzer will support research and education across diverse disciplines, including investigating mitochondrial function, cell signaling, and protein regulation. The project aims to train the next generation of scientists, increase participation of underrepresented groups in STEM, and lower institutional barriers to research. The instrument will be used by faculty and students in the Department of Biology and Division of Basic Biomedical Sciences and shared with five other public universities in the state to foster regional collaborations. The award has a performance period of September 1, 2024, through August 31, 2027.
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