NAGMS Concept Clearance for
Training at the Interface of the Behavioral Sciences and Biology (T32)

• Sept 2005 Council – Dr. Berg presented update on plans to develop new interdisciplinary predoctoral training program at interface of behavior and biology

• Background: NAS and NIH reports identified need for training future scientists in basic behavioral science that is not targeted but is fundamental to a range of diseases and health conditions

• Plan: introduce new NIGMS T32 program to integrate training in basic behavioral research with rigorous training in biology and the biomedical sciences

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Training at the Interface of the Behavioral Sciences and Biology (T32)

• Features:

• Interdisciplinary training that integrates both behavioral and biological perspectives, approaches and methodologies

• Focus on students with behavioral background, to provide rigorous training in biology/biomedical sciences

• Require leadership and faculty from both sides of interface, multi-departmental

• Require co-mentoring of trainees by faculty from both sides

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Training at the Interface of the Behavioral Sciences and Biology (T32)

• First year funding with contributions from other NIH institutes/centers

• Plan for 5-7 awards depending on available funds and applications

• Ah hoc review in NIGMS Office of Scientific Review

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Training at the Interface of the Behavioral Sciences and Biology (T32)

• Tentative Schedule:

• PA Release Date: June 2006

• Receipt Date: October 24, 2006*

• Review Date: March 2007

• Earliest Funding: July 2007

* then Sept 10, 2007 & 2008; then regular receipt dates