Applying to Our T32 Program
Applications to our program are accepted on a rolling basis for up to six slots.
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including MDs and physician-scientists; PhDs in basic, clinical or engineering fields; and interdisciplinary researchers interested in aging.
You must be a green card holder or a U.S. citizen to apply for this program.
We're looking for the following:
- A commitment to aging research
- The strong potential for academic leadership
- An interest in interdisciplinary collaboration
Letter of Intent
To apply to this program, please submit a Letter of Intent (LOI). The LOI is designed to help us identify candidates whose interests, background and goals align with the program's mission. Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full application.
Please provide the following via email to Dr. Peter Abadir at [email protected] and Brandon LaCour at [email protected]:
- Full name
- Current institution/position
- Degree(s) (MD, PhD, etc.)
- Email address
- Citizenship status (U.S. citizen or permanent resident required)
- A current Curriculum Vitae as a PDF
- A link to your publications, Google Scholar profile, or portfolio (optional)
- Answers to each of the below questions
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Please describe:
- Your interest in aging research and/or the health of older adults
- What draws you specifically to translational aging research
- Why you are interested in this program at Johns Hopkins
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Briefly summarize:
- Your prior research experience (basic, clinical, engineering, or other)
- Key skills (e.g., AI/ML, molecular biology, clinical research, devices, etc.)
- Any relevant publications, projects, or ongoing work
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Please outline:
- Your short- and long-term career goals
- How you envision integrating research, clinical care, engineering, or public health
- How this training program would help you achieve those goals
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Describe:
- The types of research questions or problems you are interested in
- Potential areas such as:
- Aging biology
- AI/technology for aging
- Frailty, sarcopenia, cognition
- Translational or clinical interventions
- Potential mentors at Johns Hopkins (optional)