OpportunityTitle: Exploratory Analyses of CALERIE Data and Biospecimens to Elucidate Mechanisms of Caloric Restriction (CR)-Induced Effects in Humans (R21 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: Other Eligible Applicants include the following:  Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession.
Description: The National Institute on Aging (NIA) invites applications for new exploratory research projects (R21) involving secondary analyses of data and/or stored biospecimens from the CALERIE (Comprehensive Assessment of Long- term Effects of Reducing Intake of Energy) trial. Noteworthy features of the CALERIE trial are the substantial size of the trial, the comprehensive physiologic, psychologic, quality of life, and cognitive assessments conducted, as well as the extensive collection of biological samples which include serum, plasma, urine, and biopsies from skeletal muscle (vastus lateralis) and adipose tissue (subcutaneous abdominal).
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