The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering funding through the Alzheimer's Drug-Development Program (U01 Clinical Trial Optional) to support the preclinical and early-stage clinical development of innovative drug candidates aimed at preventing, slowing, or treating Alzheimer's disease (AD). This program specifically seeks proposals for activities such as medicinal chemistry, pharmacokinetics, biomarker development, and initial Phase I clinical testing, with an emphasis on rigor, reproducibility, and diversity in clinical trial participation. As the U.S. faces a projected increase in AD cases, this funding opportunity is crucial for fostering advancements in treatment solutions while ensuring compliance with regulatory pathways for FDA approval. Interested applicants can submit proposals starting January 3, 2025, with a funding ceiling of $1.5 million and a project duration of up to five years for early-stage projects. For further inquiries, applicants may contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.