He will be joined in the four-year research by colleagues Kumar Rajappan, Atanu Roy and Cliff Yin, all in the Department of Chemistry. Viral mRNA is the biological molecule that serves as the link between genetic information of the virus and the proteins and enzymes that function to produce new viral particles. The NIH selected Schneller's research to address its concern over the reemergence of smallpox at a time of waning immunity and a heightened threat of bioterrorism, and, to gain a better understanding of the orthopoxviruses. Back to top Call for proposals issued for faculty mentoring program Proposals are being sought by the Office of the Vice President for Research for the faculty mentoring program, with a submission deadline of Nov. 17. Awards may be used for such research activities as developing preliminary data, travel to obtain resources not available at Auburn or to meet with project sponsors, supplies and release time.
All junior faculty are eligible to participate.
Mentors may be selected from senior AU faculty or from individuals from other institutions. Mentors selected should have strong research credentials in the area that will assist the junior partner in developing their own research program. However, former major professors or postdoctoral advisors are not eligible mentors. Proposals, due to be submitted to the Office of the Vice President for Research at 202 Samford Hall by Nov. 17, should clearly state the research area of focus, the research goals, and contain a proposed budget. Awards are for one year.