The 2026 AMS Ageing & Vitality call is now open for applications. The call is spcifically aimed at suppporting early career researchers.

Chronological age is a major risk factor for morbidity and mortality. Increasingly, biological age is recognized as a more informative indicator of physiological state, reflecting cumulative cellular and systemic damage, regenerative capacity, and functional reserve.

🔍 What’s on offer?

This call invites interdisciplinary research proposals that aim to explore:

  • The extent and mechanisms of accelerated biological ageing in patient populations.
  • Biobehavioural determinants of (accelerated) biological ageing.
  • Whether lifestyle or behavioural interventions can modify biological ageing trajectories.
  • The impact of biological ageing on physical functioning, disability progression, frailty, and long-term outcomes.
  • Maximum budget available: €30,000.

    📌 Who can apply?

    • Each project must involve at least one senior researcher affiliated with Amsterdam Movement Sciences research institute.
    • For full eligibility details, exact conditions and deadlines, please refer to the official call text in the application form below.
    • NOTE the deadline: 08/05/'26.
    • Important note: All awarded funds must be spent within the 2026 financial year.