# Collaborative Research: Fundamental Characterizations of Hydrophilic Macroions - Hydration Shell Thicknesses, Counterion Distribution and Intermolecular Distances

**Budget Signal Score:** 40/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | University of Chicago |
| Location | CHICAGO, IL |
| Project | Collaborative Research: Fundamental Characterizations of Hydrophilic Macroions - Hydration Shell Thicknesses, Counterion Distribution and Intermolecular Distances |
| Award amount | $299,997 |
| Obligated so far | $299,997 |
| Awarded | 2026-07-28 |
| Period | 2026-09-01 to 2029-08-31 |
| Program | Macromolec/Supramolec/Nano |
| Directorate / division | MPS / CHE |
| Award ID | 2603812 |

## Why this score
- Award of $299,997.
- Equipment- and compute-heavy field.

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