Research | NIA

Plans and supports molecular, cellular, and genetic research on the mechanisms of aging through various NIH grant mechanisms and contracts.

Supports social, behavioral, psychological, and economic research and research training on the processes of aging at both the individual and societal level.

supports clinical and translational research on health and disease in the aged, and research on aging over the human life span, including its relationships to health outcomes.

Fosters and supports extramural and collaborative research and training to further the understanding of neural and behavioral processes associated with the aging brain.

Ooversight of grants and contract administration, scientific review, and committee management functions.