Request for Application: Collaborative Networks to Advance Delirium Research
Delirium, defined as an acute impairment of cognition and attention, is a common complication of severe illness and surgery in older adults. It is associated with multiple adverse outcomes including increased morbidity, mortality, functional and cognitive decline, and institutionalization. Delirium remains markedly underdiagnosed. This funding opportunity announcement is intended to support a collaborative network to advance scientific research on the causes, mechanisms, outcomes, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of delirium in older adults. It will support the establishment and initial operations of a network over the 5-year grant period.
Delirium, defined as an acute impairment of cognition and attention, is a common complication of severe illness and surgery in older adults. It is associated with multiple adverse outcomes including increased morbidity, mortality, functional and cognitive decline, and institutionalization. Delirium remains markedly underdiagnosed. This funding opportunity announcement is intended to support a collaborative network to advance scientific research on the causes, mechanisms, outcomes, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of delirium in older adults. It will support the establishment and initial operations of a network over the 5-year grant period. As this R24 mechanism is not renewable, the collaborations, resources, and infrastructure built through this opportunity will need to be maintained after the award period through more traditional NIH mechanisms (e.g., R01, R03, R21, P01, K07), other Federal agencies (e.g., VA, CMS, AHRQ), or other public or private sources.
Applicants can start submitting applications on December 12, 2015 with a letter of intent due on the same day. Applications are due January 12, 2016 at 5:00 PM local time of applicant.
For more information, click here. A webinar will also be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 for applicants who are interested in the grant.
