Call for Applications, Proposals, and Papers from NIA Supported Centers and Networks

Scientific Research Network on Decision Neuroscience and Aging (SRNDNA) is currently accepting applications for the Open Data Awards. This award provides funding for anyone (undergraduates, post-bachelors, graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, research scientists, or faculty) willing to share a relevant data set related to aging and decision making. Learn more and apply by September 15, 2025.   

US Deprescribing Research Network has opened their request for applications for Pilot Awards to support research related to deprescribing that provides key preliminary data, proof of concept, or development work that offers a pathway to future, larger-scale studies and career development of the investigators involved. The maximum budget per award is $30,000 in direct costs (and no more than $50,000 in combined direct and indirect cost). A required Letter of Intent is due by September 19, 2025, with full application submission by invitation only. Learn more about the pilot grant opportunity and register to their informational webinar on August 26, 2025 at 2:00pm ET.

Music & Dementia Research Network invites pilot research applications that focus on mechanisms through which music may have a positive impact on health in the context of AD/ADRD. Learn more and submit your application by November 17, 2025.

Alzheimer’s & Dementia and the Gateway Exposome Coordinating Center (GECC) invite submissions for a special issue dedicated to interdisciplinary research on the exposome and Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and AD-Related Dementias (ADRD) risk, resilience, and disparities. Learn more and submit your paper by December 31, 2025.

npj Dementia is calling for papers for the upcoming series that focus on cognitive assessments across diverse populations. Learn more and submit your paper by January 28, 2026.