Grabel Co-recipient of State Grant

According to the Hartford Courant, Laura Grabel, Lauren B. Dachs Professor of Science and Society, professor of biology, was among this year’s recipients of stem cell grants from the State of Connecticut announced by Governor Dannel P. Malloy this week. Grabel received $500,000 in funding for the stem cell outreach program she runs together with a University of Connecticut professor. Since 2006, the program has held workshops and retreats for stem cell researchers, and has educated the general public by sending speakers to schools and various organizations.