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CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study"

NIA - National Institute on Aging

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About This Grant

Genetic studies in the context of Alzheimer Disease (AD) are significantly biased by information coming from the same homogeneous population: Non-Hispanics Whites (NHW). The ADSP Follow-Up Study (FUS) long term goals include to fully reveal the genetic architecture of AD in multiple ethnic groups and examine the AD genome in the context of US-representative population. As of 2016, approximately 13 million people of the total U.S. population, have Caribbean ancestry. The Caribbean Omics & Genomics Alzheimer Study (CONGAS) will contribute to ADSP-FUS mission with 5,000 samples from elderly individuals (>65 yo) across the Caribbean countries and Spain. We will generate blood biomarkers, array data, whole genome sequence, and proteomics for the CONGAS dataset. Participants will be classified according to ATN criteria that will be used as endpoint phenotype in genome, and proteome association analyses, while taking into account admixture and ancestry components. Ultimately, we will identify causal genes and druggable targets and create better prediction models, by using genetics and multi-omic data as tools.

Grant Summary

CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study" is a NIA - National Institute on Aging grant providing up to $101K for university, nonprofit, healthcare org. Applications are due 2031-02-28 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

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Focus Areas

health research

Eligibility

universitynonprofithealthcare org

How to Apply

Funding Range

Up to $101K

Deadline

2031-02-28

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study" from NIA - National Institute on Aging, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
  4. 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to NIA - National Institute on Aging before the deadline.
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CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study": Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study"?

CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study" is offered by NIA - National Institute on Aging and is generally open to university, nonprofit, healthcare org. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study" provide?

CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study" provides up to $101K per award from NIA - National Institute on Aging. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study" deadline?

Applications for CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study" are due 2031-02-28 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, NIA - National Institute on Aging, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study"?

To apply for CONGAS: "Caribbean Omics 'N' Genomics for Alzheimer Study", confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from NIA - National Institute on Aging.