Chris is a Senior Research Development Manager at the MBHI with over 14 years of experience in grant administration, interdisciplinary collaboration, and proposal development. A 2024 ASGII “Rising Star” Award recipient, he has secured multi-million-dollar funding and is recognized for his leadership, mentorship, and team training.
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Spotlight Funding Opportunity
The Alzheimer’s Association is now accepting applications for the Alzheimer’s Association Research Grant – Advanced (AARG-A), a funding opportunity designed to support established investigators pursuing innovative, high-impact research in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and related dementias (ADRD).
The AARG-A mechanism supports advanced, hypothesis-driven research that builds on strong preliminary data and has the potential to significantly advance understanding of disease mechanisms, risk, diagnosis, prevention, or treatment. Projects may span basic, translational, clinical, epidemiologic, or health services research, including work focused on health disparities and diverse populations.
This award is intended for investigators who are ready to move beyond pilot studies and advance research programs with clear relevance to AD/ADRD outcomes and patient impact.
Key Dates
- Application deadline: Varies by cycle (refer to Alzheimer's Association website for current deadlines)
- Awards are typically announced the following year
Grant Details
- Funding mechanism: Alzheimer’s Association Research Grant – Advanced (AARG-A)
- Eligibility: Established investigators (e.g., Associate Professor or higher, or equivalent)
- Award amount: Up to $300,000 total direct costs
- Project period: Up to 3 years
- Clinical trials: Allowed (must align with Alzheimer’s Association guidelines)
Detailed guidelines and submission portal:
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Ara is a Senior Research Development Manager at the MBHI, specializing in grant writing, publications, and program management. With a background in neuroscience, microbiology, and military journalism, he has co-authored numerous scientific papers, secured multi-million-dollar grants, and previously supported infectious disease research at the GNL.
