NIA Academic Leadership Career Award (K07 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking applicants for the NIA Academic Leadership Career Award (K07), which aims to support established investigators in enhancing aging and/or Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and Alzheimer's Disease Related Dementias (ADRD) research capacity within their academic institutions. The award will provide support for developing research and educational infrastructure, mentorship, and career development activities. Some possible areas of focus include courses, curricula, research support, pilot funding, travel awards, visiting scholars, or networks. • The award is designed for applicants proposing research that does not involve leading an independent clinical trial, a clinical trial feasibility study, or an ancillary clinical trial. • Applicants are permitted to propose research experience in a clinical trial led by another investigator. • The opportunity is open to various types of organizations, including universities, non-profits, and government agencies. • The application deadline is November 12, 2027.