Funding & Training

Research Support

Mechanisms supporting research on the aging processes, age-related diseases, and special problems and needs of older people at the postdoctoral, midcareer, and senior investigator levels. Tables providing NIA’s research projects, research centers, and other research-related awards are listed. Guidelines for Program Projects (PO1) also are available.

Current Funding Opportunities

Table representing current Requests for Applications and Program Announcements listed by NIA number, title, and release date.

Grants Application, Review, and Funding Process

Information about applying for research or training support, including an overview of the review and funding process. Links to NIA Standing Review Committee and Center for Scientific Review Study Section Roster Index reviewers also are provided.

Guide to Research and Training Programs

Information about NIA’s research programs, training opportunities, available resources, and more (Adobe PDF [400K]).

International Activities

Background and contact information for international research supported by NIA. These research programs are collaborative with international partners under negotiated agreements. NIH’s Fogarty International Center promotes research in biomedical sciences with foreign scientists and researchers.

Funding Policies

Issues relating to cost adjustments on grants and the well-being of individuals in clinical studies.

Research Training Support

Training mechanisms supporting research conducted by students, postdoctoral researchers, and clinicians. Descriptions about the grants and awards NIA offers are listed.

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)

Information describing the SBIR program, which supports small businesses and nonprofit research organizations that conduct research leading to the development of products and services that improve the health and well-being of older Americans. Guidelines for new applicants to the program, tips on improving funding potential, updates on the program, and frequently asked questions also are provided.

Summer Institute on Aging Research

Program offering new researchers exposure to issues and challenges in research on aging. The Summer Institute features lectures, seminars, and small group discussions in research design relative to aging, including issues relevant to aging of ethnic and racial minorities.