Advancing Sensitivity for Gene Expression Studies: Droplet Digital PCR
Abstract
Abstract The goal of this proposal is to request the droplet digital polymerase chain reaction (ddPCR) capability at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. ddPCR is an emerging technology with the capability of absolute measurements of nucleic acid with high precision, reproducibility and greater sensitivity. These are all characteristics and measurements ideal for the future of “nano”-age science. The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences is a federal medical school whose mission is to “train, educate and prepare uniformed services health professionals, officers and leaders to directly support the Military Health System, the National Security and National Defense Strategies of the United States and the readiness of our Armed Forces” (http://www.usuhs.edu/aboutusu.html). The University currently does not have this capability. Thus, bringing this technology will significantly enhance the ability to advance research capability and provide a means to train our future scientists.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Jun 03, 2016
- Source ID
- N000141612017
Entities
People
- Tao-yiao Wu
Organizations
- Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy