RCMAR National Coordinating Center October Newsletter

RCMAR NCC October Newsletter

October 31, 2024

New Website, Same Address

The RCMAR website has had a makeover, it is now easier than ever to find information on RCMAR Scientists, Centers, and activities. Check it out now:

RCMAR.org

Mark Your Calendars! Registration Opens December 4

RCMAR Red Hot Research!

Check out the latest from RCMAR Centers and Scientists as they present their research through storytelling. Sign up now for the next session on January 15th at 12pm ET and don’t miss out. Learn more about Red Hot Research here!

Calling all RCMAR Centers and Scientists, do you have some hot new research? Looking to present in a fun and dynamic format? Sign up to present at a future Red Hot Research session now!

RCMAR Reception, Symposium, and more at GSA’s 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting

Join us for a joint dessert reception with GSA’s Minority Issues in Gerontology Advisory Panel on November 13, Wednesday evening from 7:30-9pm. This reception is open to RCMAR affiliates only, register here.

Head to room 201 on Thursday, November 14th at 8am to catch the RCMAR Symposium, chaired by RCMAR NCC Principal Investigator Carmen Sceppa, MD PhD, FGSA.

Pick up your “Ask me about RCMAR” ribbon or RCMAR poster presentation sticker at the Wednesday evening reception or swing by the RCMAR booth in the main exhibit hall.

Need a space to meet? The RCMAR NCC is holding a room at the Sheraton Grand Hotel for meetings, if you would like to reserve the room, email us at rcmarncc@nullgeron.org.

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RCMAR Testimonial Videos

Check out the latest RCMAR Scientist testimonial video from Dr. Homero Del Pino if you haven’t already!

Are you a former RCMAR Scientist? Do you want to share your story and how RCMAR helped you in your career? Email rcmarncc@nullgeron.org with “Testimonial Video” in the subject line to find out how you can help share the impact of RCMAR.

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From the Centers

CADC – Center for Aging in Diverse Communities

CADC Scientist, Dr. Ana Velázquez Mañana was selected to join the fourth cohort of the Robert A. Winn Diversity in Clinical Trials: Career Development Award. The Robert A. Winn Diversity in Clinical Trials: Career Development Award is a two-year program designed to support the career development of early-stage investigator physicians preparing them to become independent clinical trial investigators engaged in advancing health equity through their research and mentoring.

Opportunities

NIA/NIH

Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for New Institutional Training Programs for Aging Research (T32, Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

What’s new on RCMAR Connect

RCMAR Red Hot Research

Check out recent publications from current and former RCMAR Scientists!

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Testimonial Tuesdays

Catch up with the amazing testimonials from former RCMAR Scientists as they share their stories of success within RCMAR and beyond!

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Looking to Connect with your colleagues?

Be a part of the conversation! Follow the link here to find instructions on creating your account and start posting. If you need any further help, email rcmarncc@nullgeron.org.

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