Renewal of NIA Research Centers Collaborative Network (RCCN)
ID: 360876Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360876
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is set to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the renewal of the Research Centers Collaborative Network (RCCN), aimed at enhancing collaborations across its seven research centers focused on aging research. This initiative seeks to leverage NIH's significant investments by fostering interdisciplinary efforts and sustaining high-value activities, while also encouraging new initiatives such as pilot funding programs and enhanced mentoring infrastructure. Interested applicants, particularly those with expertise in aging research, are advised to prepare for this opportunity, with the estimated synopsis posting date on March 1, 2026, and a closing date for applications anticipated by May 25, 2026. For further inquiries, potential applicants can contact Amelia Karraker at amelia.karraker@nih.gov or by phone at 301-496-3131.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Amelia Karraker
    (301) 496-3131
    amelia.karraker@nih.gov
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