Dr. Karyn Esser, Ph.D. Awarded New R01

Karyn Esser, Ph.D. was awarded a new R01 (R01AR079220) entitled “Circadian Clock and Muscle Health.”  The overall objective of this grant is to pursue the fundamental understanding of the role of the muscle circadian clock in regulating a daily program of gene expression and how clock disruption leads to significant muscle weakness and diminished systemic health.  The total anticipated award amount is $2,588,891. Congratulations Dr. Esser!