Genomics and Data Science Core Facility Vouchers
SMART & Data Science Core Voucher Program
Supporting genomics, multiomics, and data analysis for biomedical research
Previous Genomics and Data Science Core Facility Vouchers Awardees
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Funding Opportunity Description
The WV-INBRE program is providing support of biomedical research in the form of vouchers to offset costs incurred in the SMART and/or Data Science core facilities. This solicitation is open to applications from investigators at WV-INBRE Primarily Undergraduate Institutions (PUIs) and Community and Technical Colleges (CTCs).
Program Goal: To allow investigators to generate and analyze new genomics and multiomics data to increase competitiveness of NIH R01, R03 and other investigator-initiated proposals in the biomedical sciences.
Available Technologies & Services
SMART Core Services
- Bulk RNA-Seq
- Single Cell RNA-Seq
- Spatial Transcriptomics
- Methyl-Seq / Whole Exome
- miRNA / Microbiome Studies
- Proteomics & Metabolomics*
*With outside collaborating facilities
Data Science Core Services
- Analysis of existing genomic data
- Bioinformatics analysis
- Statistical analysis
- Data visualization
- Computational modeling
Eligibility Requirements
Eligible Applicants
- Tenure track and tenured faculty at PUIs and CTCs
- Research track faculty at network partner institutions
- Projects using NGS technologies or analysis of existing data
Not Eligible
- Faculty at lead institutions (MU and WVU)
- Postdoctoral fellows and students
- Funds already allocated in other grants
Application Requirements
Required Components
Page Limit: Combined narratives (Goals & Specific Aims through Plans for External Grant Applications) must not exceed 3 pages.
Required Consultation: Applicants must conference with Dr. Salisbury and Dr. Denvir to determine feasibility, experimental design and cost of the proposal before submission.
Allowable Costs
✓ Allowable Expenses
- SMART Core services and reagents
- Data Science Core analysis services
- Proteomics/metabolomics (outside facilities, if feasible)
✗ Not Allowable
- Salaries and equipment
- Publication and travel costs
- Mentor fees
Note: Equipment, publication and travel funds may be available through the Faculty Research Development (FRD) Program. Contact Dr. Werner Geldenhuys at werner.geldenhuys@hsc.wvu.edu
Review Process & Criteria
Rolling Review: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. Previous voucher recipients will be evaluated on the success of their previous voucher-supported project.
Responsibilities of Voucher Recipients
Required Activities
- Submit annual progress report with publications and grants
- Present findings at scientific meeting (WV-INBRE Summer Symposium acceptable)
- Complete Undergraduate Student Tracking Form if applicable
- Acknowledge core support in all presentations and publications
Acknowledgment Requirements
- Acknowledge support from SMART Core and/or Data Science Core
- Cite WV-INBRE grant: P20GM103434
- Manuscript publication is highly encouraged
Program Contacts
Additional Contacts
Stan Hileman, PhD (Program Coordinator): smhileman@hsc.wvu.edu | 304-319-2254
Scott Levick, PhD (Mentoring): scott.levick@hsc.wvu.edu | 304-293-2418
Piyali Dasgupta, PhD (Student Data): dasgupta@marshall.edu | 304-696-3612
Werner Geldenhuys, PhD (FRD Program): werner.geldenhuys@hsc.wvu.edu
Submission Information
Email complete application as single PDF to:
salisburyt@marshall.eduApplication Window: May 1 - July 15, 2026
Deadline: July 15, 2026, 5:00 PM
All funds must be expended by July 31, 2027