The NIA Monthly Update | July 2024
Stay on top of the latest in NIA’s aging research initiatives with our monthly update. This newsletter features five recent updates you don't want to miss such as funding opportunities, science advances, conferences and training events, research resources, and more.
Shaping the future of geriatrics and clinical gerontology research at NIA
NIA’s Division of Geriatrics and Clinical Gerontology focuses on translating research from the lab to the clinic to help older adults maintain health, mobility, and independence. Read about a few key achievements in this area and future opportunities from the Inside NIA blog.
New biomarker may help detect presymptomatic ALS and FTD
NIA-funded researchers found a newly discovered fluid biomarker that may help identify amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and frontotemporal dementia (FTD) before symptoms begin. Read more about the study.
July 11-12: The NIH Aging and AD/ADRD Omics Data Resources: A Path to Interoperability Workshop
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NIA is hosting a hybrid workshop to explore opportunities and challenges for establishing an equitable, effective omics data ecosystem to accelerate and improve NIA-supported research. Register for the workshop.
Safety and Early Efficacy Studies of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy for Chronic Pain in Older Adults (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Required)
In April, NIA released RFA-AG-25-004: Safety and Early Efficacy Studies of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy for Chronic Pain in Older Adults. This NOFO invites applications to support a clinical trials network involving multiple institutions to collect safety and early efficacy data of psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT) in defined groups of older adults living with specific chronic pain conditions. If you are considering applying, explore frequently asked questions about this funding opportunity.
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Looking to create Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias clinical trial recruitment materials that are well-tested and customizable? OutreachPro, NIA’s free online recruitment materials generator helps research teams build handouts, posters, social media assets, web banner ads, and more. Explore OutreachPro and enhance your recruitment efforts today!
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1wJuly 11-12 workshop’s focus on DEI was informative and thought-provoking!
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3wVery important to support NIA initiatives