Research

Does NIA support translational research?

Yes. The NIA issues Program Announcements and Notices to indicate areas of support and award mechanisms for all kinds of research, including translational studies. For more information, please see Funding Opportunity Announcements.

What research is conducted by the NIA?

The NIA, one of the 27 Institutes and Centers of NIH, leads a broad scientific effort to understand the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life. The NIA supports and conducts genetic, biological, clinical, behavioral, social, and economic research related to the aging process, diseases and conditions associated with aging, and other special problems and needs of older Americans. The NIA is the primary Federal agency for research on Alzheimer’s disease. To learn more about the NIA, visit www.nia.nih.gov/about.

NIA Funding Policy for FY 2013

Is there a way to prevent Alzheimer's disease?

Currently, there is no definitive evidence about what can prevent Alzheimer’s disease or age-related cognitive decline. What we do know is that a healthy lifestyle—one that includes a healthy diet, physical activity, appropriate weight, and no smoking—can lower the risk of certain chronic diseases and boost overall health and well-being. Scientists are very interested in the possibility that a healthy lifestyle might delay, slow down, or even prevent Alzheimer’s.

Prevention of Alzheimer's Disease: Current Considerations

The 8th Leonard Berg Symposium will take place on September 28, 2012, at the Eric P. Newman Education Center on the campus of Washington University School of Medicine. This conference will focus on a prevention trial design including: challenges and opportunities. Some of the most active and distinguished researchers in this exciting area will be speaking.

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Prevention of Alzheimer's Disease: Current Considerations

NIA Funding Line Policy for FY 2012

Alzheimer’s Disease Research Summit 2012: Path to Treatment and Prevention

The Alzheimer’s Disease Research Summit 2012: Path to Treatment and Prevention was held May 14-15, 2012.

Webcast of the Summit is available here:

Transcripts:

National Academies Publications

Taking the Next Step: Grants Technical Assistance Workshop 2012

“Taking the Next Step: Grants Technical Assistance Workshop” is an interactive forum for pre- and post-doctoral students and recent recipients of Ph.D., M.D., or related doctoral degrees with the National Institute on Aging, the world's largest funding source for research on aging and geriatrics.

Where can I find information about the NIA's recent research activities?

You can get the most current information about the NIA's research findings by visiting the What's New section of the website.

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