Paul Beeson Physician Faculty Scholars in Aging Research Program (2001, 2002, 2003 Cohorts)

Grant Summary

An award to the American Federation for Aging Research will support 15 new scholars and extend the Paul B. Beeson Physician Faculty Scholars in Aging Research Program, an initiative supported by several major donors. The Beeson program provides the resources necessary to support the research activities of outstanding junior physician faculty in order to increase the number of physician scientists dedicated to research focused on aging and improving the quality of life of older Americans.Now in its sixth year of operation, the renewal will significantly increase the number of Beeson Scholars. It will continue to have a major impact on the professional development of the recipients, talented junior physician faculty dedicated to aging research. Past Beeson Scholars have received promotions, enlarged their laboratories, published extensively and received national and international recognition. Future cohorts will benefit from the program"s lessons and successes, joining a network of highly talented physician researchers dedicated to improving the health and healthcare of older adults. To date, 62 scholars have received research support as a result of this program.