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Hunter students and faculty engage in groundbreaking research, with projects supported by $67 million in grants and contract awards in 2018—more than at any other CUNY institution.

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Hunter Wins Joint $13.5M Five-Year Grant to Reduce Cancer Disparities

The National Cancer Institute awarded Hunter College and Temple University a joint grant that will bolster Hunter’s commitment to health equity.

Chemistry Professor Mandë Holford Explores How Toxins Can Save Lives

Holford's groundbreaking research identifying medicinal uses for toxins produced by venomous snails continues to garner accolades.

Professor Hiroshi Matsui Leads Belfer Team in Trailblazing Cancer Research

Professor Matsui, an expert in bio-nanotechnology, deployed the resources of his new Belfer lab to create a tiny new anti-cancer drug carrier.

Hunter Receives $3M Grant to Study Teen Suicide Risk and Intervention

The NIMH grant will enable investigators to conduct research and promote strategies to improve risk assessment and better guide intervention.

NIMH Awards Professor $1.6M Grant to Study Adolescent Anxiety

Hunter psychology professor Tracy Dennis-Tiwary will collaborate with researchers from NYU and Fordham University to study adolescent anxiety.

National Science Foundation Awards $7M in Grants to Hunter Faculty

Three new National Science Foundation grants will support vital research by faculty in Hunter’s Education, Biology and Geography departments.