Clinical Relevance of the Linkage between Environmental Toxicant Exposures and Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

Funding Agency:
National Institutes of Health

This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) supports mechanistic and early translational research focused on a more rigorous in-depth examination of the potential interactions of environmental toxins with genetic and non-genetic molecular targets known to influence Alzheimer's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease Related Dementias (AD/ADRD). It is expected that these studies will address the clinical relevance of these exposures on disease initiation, progression, or modification. Anticipated outcomes include an improved understanding of neurological mechanisms of chemical toxicities related to AD/ADRD, more evidence-based potential biomarkers of exposure and toxicity for those most at risk, as well as more data to support causality and potential approaches for mitigation. The scope of research includes mechanistic studies on the modification of known AD/ADRD targets by neurotoxins of concern, and conversely, whether known targets for these neurotoxins play a role in etiologies of AD/ADRD. The development and validation of neuropathological, neurophysiological and neurobehavioral animal models that simulate potential toxin exposures in humans is another example of supported studies. Preclinical studies of interactions of environmental toxicant with AD/ADRD in pilot human subject studies (that do not meet the NIH definition of clinical trial) are appropriate for this FOA. Interdisciplinary collaboration is required to address the various fields of study related to this research, e.g., neuroscience, aging, and environmental health sciences.

Deadlines:

  • Letter of Intent Due Date(s): 30 days prior to the application due date

  • Application Due Date: March 11, 2022

PAR-22-048 Expiration Date March 12, 2022

Agency Website

Amount

$2,500,000

Amount Description

Application budgets are limited to no more than $500,000 in direct costs per year and need to reflect the actual needs of the proposed project.

The maximum project period should not exceed 5 years.

Funding Type

Grant

Eligibility

Faculty

Category

Environmental & Life Sciences
Interdisciplinary
Medical
Medical - Basic Science
Medical - Clinical Science

External Deadline

March 11, 2022