Grants

Grant opportunities

The Layton Center offers several pilot grant programs for new investigators or more experienced investigators who have novel ideas that may advance Alzheimer's research.

Research awards

We have three research awards available: the Oregon Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (OADRC) Developmental Projects, the Research Scholar Awards and the Oregon Partnership for Alzheimer's Research (OPAR) grants.

Funds for the OPAR grants have been made possible by Oregonians through the Oregon Income Tax Charitable Checkoff Program.

Learn more about these awards below, including application deadlines, project timelines and how to apply.

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OADRC developmental projects

Awarded through the Oregon Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (OADRC), funded by the National Institute on Aging. The objective of these awards is to promote research on Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias by early career investigators or those new to the field.

Applicants are highly encouraged to utilize OADRC Core resources, including Clinical, Data, Biomarker, Neuropathology, Outreach Recruitment & Engagement, Neuroimaging, and Digital Technology. Investigators are also encouraged to consider approved concepts established by the NIA National Advisory Council on Aging and the National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease (National Alzheimer's Plan).



Application Deadline: The intent form deadline for the 2026 awards has passed. Application deadlines for the 2027 awards will be announced in summer 2026.

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Research scholar awards

Awarded through the Oregon Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (OADRC) Research Education Component, funded by the National Institute on Aging. Applicants may be post-doctoral fellows or early-career faculty. Investigators from communities underrepresented in research are especially encouraged to apply.

These awards support early career investigators as they pursue research on Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias. The funding provides support for training and career development, salary support and other research-related expenses.

Application Deadline: 

Expected to be early 2026. Dates to be announced.



Award Dates: 4/1/2026 - 3/31/2028

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OPAR program

Oregon Partnership for Alzheimer's Research (OPAR). Funding available through the Oregon Tax Checkoff Alzheimer’s Research Fund

Letter of Intent (LOI) Deadline:

Friday, 11/21/2025



Application Deadline: 

Friday, 04/03/2026



Project Dates: 

8/1/2026 - 7/31/2027



Maximum Direct Costs: 

~$35,000 (amount pending)



Number of Awards Given: 2-4 (funds pending)

More Information:

Grant Announcement

Guidelines for Research Support

Letter of Intent (LOI) Application Form

Application for Research Support