The SPARK program funds early-career investigators based in Kentucky conducting research on Alzheimer's and related dementias. It supports diverse research areas including molecular science, clinical studies, health disparities in Appalachian communities, implementation science, and population health using Kentucky-specific data. Awards provide up to $160,000 over two years to advance dementia research tailored to Kentucky's needs.
Applicants must be early-career investigators based at eligible Kentucky organizations with a doctoral degree earned or post-residency training completed within 10 years. For-profit and government labs are ineligible.
