Athena Starlard-Davenport, UTHSC (IMAGE) University of Tennessee Health Science Center Caption A new research project that could impact and expand the discovery of new treatment options for sickle cell patients has received significant federal funding. Credit UTHSC Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.