ATHENS, Ga., March 10 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news release:
The University of Georgia has received a $1.5 million award from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation to support the creation of eight postdoctoral positions that will strengthen UGA's research capacity in the natural sciences.
Funding was offered to 30 research universities nationwide, with award amounts tied to each institution's prior engagement with the foundation. UGA's $1.5 million award reflects a longstanding relationship with the Moore Foundation dating back to 2004.
"As research personnel, postdocs play a very important role at UGA," said Jessica Muilenburg, associate vice president for research. "This funding enables us to bring in the best ...