This grant opportunity is for those interested in joining a research program that focuses on improving xenotransplantation—the process of transplanting organs from one species to another. The program aims to address the immune and physiological challenges involved in xenotransplantation using pig organs for experiments on nonhuman primates or deceased human models. Organs involved include the pancreas, kidneys, heart, lungs, and liver.

The purpose of this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is to solicit applications to participate in the Immunobiology of Xenotransplantation Cooperative Research Program (IXCRP), a multi-center program dedicated to resolving immunologic and physiologic barriers to safe and efficacious xenotran… Show More