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Grants for Early Medical/Surgical Specialists' Transition to Aging Research (GEMSSTAR) is sponsored by National Institute on Aging (NIA), NIH. This program supports early career physician-scientists to launch careers in aging- or geriatric-focused research. While primarily for individuals, the research focus on aging skin could align with the company's mission, and could potentially lead to collaborations.
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Opportunity Listing - Grants for Early Medical/Surgical Specialists' Transition to Aging Research (GEMSSTAR) Grants for Early Medical/Surgical Specialists' Transition to Aging Research (GEMSSTAR) Agency: National Institutes of Health Assistance Listings: 93. 866 -- Aging Research Last Updated: July 8, 2025 View version history on Grants.
gov The National Institute on Aging (NIA) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to renew the Grants for Early Medical/Surgical Specialists' Transition to Aging Research (GEMSSTAR) program.
The GEMSSTAR program provides support for early-career physician-scientists trained in medical or surgical specialties and early-career dentist-scientists in launching careers as future leaders in aging- or geriatric-focused research. As such, the program seeks applicants who aspire to continue or shift their research focus to bridge their specialty/discipline and the clinical care of older adults.
In support of the program's goal, this NOFO invites applications that propose to conduct transdisciplinary aging research that will yield pilot data and experience for subsequent aging research projects.
The GEMSSTAR program encourages candidates to seek out a supportive research environment to further the program's objectives of fostering the development of early-career physician- and dentist-scientists in aging- or geriatric-focused research, particularly as it applies to their clinical specialty/discipline. Applications are not being solicited at this time.
Notice is being provided to allow potential applicants sufficient time to develop meaningful collaborations and responsive projects. This NOFO intends to utilize the R03 activity code.
For-profit organizations other than small businesses Private institutions of higher education Public and state institutions of higher education Independent school districts Public and Indian housing authorities Federally recognized Native American tribal governments Other Native American tribal organizations Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3) Grantor contact information National Institute on Aging (NIA) No documents are currently available.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Early career physician-scientists and dentist-scientists who have recently completed their medical, surgical, or dental training and are embarking on a career in clinical aging research in their specialty area. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Grants for Early Medical/Surgical Specialists' Transition to Aging Research (GEMSSTAR) is funded by National Institute on Aging (NIA), NIH. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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