World Trade Center Health Program Mentored Research Scientist Career Development Award (K01)

The World Trade Center Health Program Mentored Research Scientist Career Development Award (K01) supports early-career investigators in developing independent research careers focused on improving the health and well-being of populations affected by the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The award provides up to three years of mentored research and career development support, including at least 75 percent protected time. The program supports research that improves understanding of physical and mental health effects associated with 9/11 exposures, addresses diagnostic or treatment uncertainty, identifies emerging health concerns, examines aging among exposed populations, and informs improvements in clinical care, public health practice, and long-term health outcomes. • Research may include epidemiologic, clinical, translational, preclinical, health services, health outcomes, diagnostic, treatment, prevention, quality-of-life, and implementation research. • Generalizability to other populations is not required. • The award also supports the development of the next generation of investigators needed to address health needs related to 9/11 exposure.