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IU Researcher Targets 'Menace' Disease

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can be a taboo area of study, even in the world of science. Indiana University biologist David Nelson says, as a result, there are significant holes in what scientists know about them. Fueled by a recent $2.3 million grant, a team of IU researchers will strive to fully understand the biology of chlamydia, with the ultimate goal of creating a vaccine for the disease—the most commonly reported bacterial infectious disease in the U.S.

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Research Experiences Define STEM Careers and Distinguish Graduates

Research at the undergraduate level is key to generating the highly skilled workforce that will foster the growth of Indiana's technology-driven economy.

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