State of Arkansas to deploy several IG2 nodes via NIH Grant
NCRR to aid in biomedical research

September 10, 2005

(Chicago, IL) The National Center for Research Resources (NCRR), a division of the NIH has funded several Arkansas State research institutions to purchase the inSORS Grid 2 (IG2) distributed collaboration platform through its Idea Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) grant. Through further enhancement of research infrastructure, particularly at undergraduate institutions, the Arkansas INBRE will improve the ability of academic researchers to compete for federal funding, increase the number of undergraduate students who choose careers in biomedical research, and stimulate the growth of biotechnical industries in Arkansas.

The Arkansas IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) is a statewide network of collaborative partnerships to expand biomedical research capacity in Arkansas. The Arkansas INBRE builds upon infrastructure developed during the BRIN Phase, and features the three research-intensive institutions in the state - the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS); the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville (UAF); and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR)-which provide scientific leadership. Fourteen investigators from seven partner institutions, Arkansas State University, Hendrix College, John Brown University, Lyon College, Ouachita Baptist Universitythe University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, and the University of Central Arkansas, with their mentors from the lead institutions (UAMS, UAF, & UALR), will conduct research within the overall theme of Cellular Signaling, Growth, and Differentiation.

inSORS, based in Chicago with operations in Boston and New York, develops, markets, and supports enterprise collaboration software and solutions that enable multiple groups and individuals to collaborate via audio, video, and data modes of interaction.

The inSORS Grid solution provides an innovative, state-of-the-art conferencing and collaboration software platform. inSORS Grid solutions include client and venue software, documentation and technical support, and a comprehensive range of professional services including installation, network consulting, and training. inSORS also offers custom configurations and private venues.

For more information on the inSORS Grid and related offerings please contact Brian Gleason at bgleason@insors.com or visit www.insors.com.