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NIA Expanding Research in AD/ADRD (ERA) Summer Research Education Program (R25 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

US · US National Institutes of Health – National Institute on Aging (NIA) grant open #RFA-AG-26-011
Response due May 26, 2027 · 00:00 UTC

Summary

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) is soliciting applications under RFA-AG-26-011 for the Expanding Research in AD/ADRD (ERA) Summer Research Education Program, funded through the R25 grant mechanism. The program aims to support research education initiatives focused on Alzheimer's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease-Related Dementias (AD/ADRD). Independent clinical trials are explicitly not allowed under this funding opportunity. The opportunity opened in September 2025 and remains open through May 2027.

What they want

Applicants must design and implement a summer research education program that expands the pipeline of researchers working on AD/ADRD. The R25 mechanism supports research education activities including: courses, workshops, curricula, and experiential learning opportunities. Independent clinical trials are not permitted. The program must align with NIA's strategic priorities for advancing AD/ADRD research capacity and workforce development.
Deliverables
  • Summer research education program curriculum and activities
  • Research education experiences for participants focused on AD/ADRD
  • Progress and performance reports as required by NIH
Technical requirements
  • Program must be a summer research education initiative focused on AD/ADRD
  • Independent clinical trials are not allowed
  • Must use the R25 grant mechanism
  • Must align with NIA strategic priorities for AD/ADRD research workforce development

How they evaluate

Submission: Grants.gov electronic submission portal

Risks & flags

  • No dollar value or award ceiling stated — budget guidance not visible in synopsis
  • Long open window (nearly 2 years) may indicate rolling or multiple receipt dates not yet published
  • Highly specialized topic area (AD/ADRD research education) may limit competitive applicant pool to a small number of established institutions

Market context

inferred from NAICS
Educational Services
NAICS 611310
US market size
$340B
Typical award
$50K – $25M
Typical buyers
DoDVAStates
Commonly required
Accreditation

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