The Paul B. Beeson Emerging Leaders Career Development Award in Aging (K76)
Supports early-stage, clinically trained investigators in advancing research and leadership to improve health care outcomes for older adults through mentorship, networking, and career development.
Funder: American Federation for Aging Research
Due Dates: October 21, 2022 | June 13, 2026 (estimated)
Funding Amounts: Up to $225,000/year in direct costs for up to 5 years; typically 7–10 awards per cycle.
Summary: Supports early-stage, clinically trained investigators with leadership potential to advance research and care for older adults.
Key Information: Next funding cycle is forecasted; eligibility requires prior independent grant support and U.S. citizenship/permanent residency.
Description
This award is a collaborative initiative between the National Institute on Aging (NIA), the American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR), and the John A. Hartford Foundation. It aims to develop a cadre of clinically trained, early-stage investigators—primarily physicians—who have demonstrated leadership potential and are poised to drive transformative change in health care outcomes for older adults. The program provides substantial career development support, mentorship, and networking opportunities, fostering the next generation of leaders in aging research and clinical care.
