M. Schaller

Efficacy of Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence (CoBRE) Grants to Build Research Capacity in Underrepresented States

This study evaluates the impact of CoBRE grants on research capacity in underrepresented states, finding increased productivity but no change in geographic funding distribution.

Wall teichoic acid substitution with glucose governs phage susceptibility of Staphylococcus epidermidis

This study identifies a WTA glycosyltransferase in S. epidermidis that modifies WTA with glucose, altering phage susceptibility and enabling horizontal gene transfer among CoNS species.

Training Doctoral Students in Critical Thinking and Experimental Design using Problem-based Learning

This paper describes a problem-based learning course for doctoral students that improves critical thinking and experimental design skills through active learning.

Research Productivity and Training Support for Doctoral Students in the Biological and Biomedical Sciences

This study examines research productivity and training support for doctoral students in biological and biomedical sciences, finding similar outcomes across institutions despite differing federal funding distributions.

Single-domain antibodies for targeting, detection and in vivo imaging of human CD4+ cells

This study develops single-domain antibodies to target and image human CD4+ cells in vivo, demonstrating their utility in immunotherapy monitoring.

Introducing Conflict Resolution and Negotiation Training into a Biomedical Sciences Graduate Curriculum

This paper describes the integration of conflict resolution and negotiation training into a biomedical sciences graduate curriculum and evaluates its reception and effectiveness.

The Costs and Benefits of a Modified Biomedical Science Workforce

This paper analyzes the costs and benefits of modifying the biomedical research workforce by comparing productivity metrics and cost-effectiveness of trainee versus staff scientist models.

FastTrack, A Strategy to Shorten Time to Degree

This paper discusses factors affecting time-to-degree for doctorates and proposes a strategy to harmonize undergraduate and graduate programs to reduce training duration.

Jagged-1 regulates Foxp3 expression and cytokine production in CD4+ T cells

This study investigates how Jagged-1 influences Foxp3 expression and cytokine production in CD4+ T cells during interactions with dendritic cells.