Social Neuroscience of Aging (R01)

Agency Name: National Institutes of Health Description -Purpose. The purpose of this funding opportunity announcement (FOA) is to stimulate investigations in the area of Social Neuroscience of Aging. The National Institute on Aging (NIA) invites R01 applications for research examining the neurobiological and genetic foundations and correlates of social behaviors and social relationships of relevance to aging, with particular emphasis on the mechanisms and pathways linking social behaviors and social relationships to the physical health, functionality, and psychological well-being of middle-aged and older adults. The NIA is interested in both basic and translational research on these topics, and strongly encourages applications that explore these themes at multiple levels of analysis. Both human and animal studies are appropriate to this FOA. Research projects that: (1) link the social neuroscience laboratory with population-based research, (2) cross traditional disciplinary barriers within the biological and behavioral sciences, or (3) offer bridges to translational efforts to improve social function and enhance social roles in older adults are particularly encouraged. There is the strong expectation that applications in response to this FOA will support new lines of research by interdisciplinary teams. -Mechanism of Support. This FOA will utilize the R01 grant mechanism. Link to Full Announcement