Call for Proposals: Randomized Clinical Trials on Behavioral Interventions in Aging
- Jun 23
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Updated: Aug 3
Applications Now Open |
Issued by: The Edward R. Roybal Centers for Translational Research on Aging
Sponsored by: National Institute on Aging (NIA)
LOI Deadline: October 1, 2026
Full Application Deadline: December 7, 2026
About Our Center
The Northwell Roybal Center for Personalized Trials works to develop behavioral interventions and adequately powered clinical trial results that can be translated into scalable, implementable interventions through innovative mechanisms of behavior change, behavior change theories and techniques, and innovative personalized methods.
Trial Requirements
F O C U S A R E A Walking interventions for individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia N I H S T A G E M O D E L Stage II — Fully powered randomized clinical trial (required) M E C H A N I S M O F B E H A V I O R C H A N G E ( M o B C ) Required B E H A V I O R C H A N G E T H E O R Y Emphasis required B U D G E T $200,000 total (direct + indirect costs) D U R A T I O N 12–18 months |
Eligibility Requirements
Propose a fully powered randomized clinical trial — not a pilot or feasibility study
Apply the NIH Stage Model, with clear articulation of progression through stages
Target walking behavior in individuals with MCI or dementia
Include adequate statistical power to test mechanisms of behavior change and/or efficacy
Demonstrate grounding in a behavior change theory
Operate within a $200,000 total-cost budget over one year