Understanding the New COBRE Program

Name: Understanding the New COBRE Program
Start: 2026-11-05T13:00:00
End: 2026-11-05T14:00:00

Starts: November 5, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Ends: November 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Format: Online
Location: VIRTUAL

About This Event

KU Lawrence is eligible to pursue Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence Expansion (COBRE-E) funding in 2027, and recent updates to the COBRE program have created new opportunities for faculty interested in building large-scale research initiatives. The National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) has revised the COBRE program, including a new structure and updated guidance for the expansion (COBRE-E) phase. To help faculty understand these changes and develop competitive concepts, KU is offering a webinar and follow-up networking opportunity focused on COBRE-E planning. Participants will learn about the revised program structure, application expectations and strategies for developing strong COBRE-E concepts. Featured speakers include: Shelley Hooks, vice chancellor for researchScott Hefty, COBRE awardee and chair & professor of molecular biosciencesDoug Bornemann and Laura Mussulman, One KU Research Development staff