Research in Development of Nuclear Techniques for Elemental Speciation
This grant supports research using neutron activation analysis to identify and quantify trace elements in biological samples to understand their function.
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NRC Research Associateship Programs has archived this opportunity.
Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: February 1, 2025 | May 1, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | November 1, 2025
Funding Amounts: Stipend approximately $82,764 per year plus $3,000 travel allowance; typical appointment duration 2 years.
Summary: Supports postdoctoral research using neutron activation analysis combined with separation techniques to identify and quantify trace elemental species in biological systems.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens with a doctoral degree; applications require prior contact with research advisers; NIST participates in February and August review cycles only.
Description
This fellowship opportunity at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) focuses on advancing nuclear techniques, specifically neutron activation analysis (NAA), for elemental speciation in biological samples. NAA provides direct quantification of trace elements independent of their chemical form or sample matrix. When combined with chemical extraction and chromatographic separation methods, it enables identification and quantification of elemental species critical to biological and clinical functions.
The research aims to develop and apply robust analytical approaches for bio-inorganic investigations of elemental species, leveraging state-of-the-art NAA facilities alongside complementary inorganic and organic analysis instruments. This work is significant for understanding the roles of trace elements in living systems and has applications in clinical and biological research.
Key research areas include bio-inorganic chemistry, metallomics, hyphenated techniques, and trace element speciation.
