Development of an Eastern North Carolina Metabolic Institute

Organization:
East Carolina University
Amount:
$998,412.00
Program Area:
Open Grants Program
County of Applicant:
Pitt
Year:
2007
Description:

The purpose of this grant is to pursue diabetes and obesity health care and research through the Metabolic Institute founded by the UNC Board of Governors. The proposed center will foster economic development in rural eastern North Carolina through the creation of new service industries and jobs targeting obesity and diabetic health care opportunities in a region with high mortality rates from diabetes and infectious diseases.

Contact:
Ms. Sharon K. Hamilton(252) 328-9570
Areas Served:
Statewide

Any project more than a couple of years old may not reflect current Board priorities.
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