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Chemist Divita Mathur Wins NSF Grant for Gene Therapy

7/8/2025

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Divita Mathur, a dedicated chemist at Case Western Reserve University, has been awarded the esteemed NSF CAREER grant for her groundbreaking research on programmable DNA nanoparticles in gene therapy. This funding will propel her exploration of how these nanoparticles behave in cells, revolutionizing genetic treatment delivery. Additionally, Mathur is committed to inspiring the next generation by involving high school students in her chemistry research.

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Divita Mathur, a dedicated chemist at Case Western Reserve University, has been awarded the esteemed NSF CAREER grant for her groundbreaking research on programmable DNA nanoparticles in gene therapy. This funding will propel her exploration of how these nanoparticles behave in cells, revolutionizing genetic treatment delivery. Additionally, Mathur is committed to inspiring the next generation by involving high school students in her chemistry research.