This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CFDA 47.049) program will support research by Dr. Brooke Christian at Appalachian State University to investigate the mechanism by which tardigrade-specific proteins can protect biomolecules from temperature-induced inactivation and degradation. The $306,783 award, effective July 15, 2024 through June 30, 2027, will fund efforts to understand how tardigrade proteins provide this protection, which could enable the development of more robust formulations for commercial biomolecules like enzymes and antibodies. The project will also provide specialized training in protein chemistry for undergraduate students, enhancing their competitiveness for graduate programs and industry. No subawards are planned under this grant.
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