National Science Foundation

  • Jeff Spraggins headshot with gold VU background

    Spraggins awarded $4M NSF grant to develop next-generation molecular imaging platform

    In addition to fueling cutting-edge research, a new molecular imaging system will serve as a cornerstone resource at the Mass Spectrometry Research Center, which is recognized nationally as a hub for molecular imaging and technology development. It will be made accessible to collaborators across academia, national labs, and industry, ensuring broad impact. Read More

    Sep. 30, 2025

  • Vanderbilt University

    Hinton lab maps structure of mitochondria at different life stages

    Antentor Hinton Jr. spearheaded a collaboration with labs from across Vanderbilt University, the U.S., and Brazil to create 3D maps of mitochondria inside brown adipose tissue, which may help researchers identify potential therapies to treat metabolic ailments. Read More

    Apr. 4, 2024

  • Vanderbilt University

    Vanderbilt basic scientists receive National Science Foundation grant to explore RNA behavior

    Manuel Ascano and Alissa Weaver are one of nine research teams to receive funding to understand the potential biotechnological uses of RNA more fully. The research is expected to provide opportunities to partner with industry to translate knowledge gained in the laboratory into marketable new therapeutics. Read More

    Mar. 18, 2024

  • Vanderbilt University

    $3M NSF grant to advance biomanufacturing

    A team of Vanderbilt engineers, biologists and education specialists have received a $3 million grant from the National Science Foundation to advance large-scale biomanufacturing of cell-derived nanoparticles that can deliver precisely targeted drugs to the site of a disease. The grant is part of the NSF’s Future Manufacturing program that is… Read More

    Sep. 28, 2023