After three meaningful years, the TIME Initiative will be pausing following the completion of our 2025 Fellowship cohort.
The program grew far beyond its early beginnings, ultimately supporting 50 Fellows and engaging more than 350 students around the world. TIME’s growth and impact were made possible through the support and leadership of the Academy for Health and Lifespan Research, who provided the foundation for TIME to take shape and flourish.
To the Fellows: thank you for giving TIME its purpose, its spirit, and its direction. Your work in aging biology — across research, policy, advocacy, entrepreneurship, and communication — is already shaping the field.
While the program is stepping back for now, the mission continues. Our Slack community will remain open, and we will share a 2025 Year-in-Review celebrating the accomplishments of our final cohort. And should conditions allow, we remain open to bringing TIME back in the future.
Thank you to everyone who supported TIME. It has been an honor to build this community with you.
The Time Fellowship
The Time Initiative Fellowship is a one-of-a-kind fellowship program focused on finding the brightest and most ambitious people committed to creating a world with less age-related disease.
This program will serve as a talent accelerator of the field’s next leaders to imagine what’s possible, seed deep connections with peers and mentors, and drive the field of aging biology. We want to help you grow as a person and a future leader.
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All-expenses-paid annual retreat
Exclusive access to fellows-only community group
Direct mentoring
Fellows are invited to apply for a select number of $8,000 grants to conduct a 2024 summer project, which could include an internship in industry, work in a research lab, or an independent project!
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We are looking for undergraduate-level students with diverse interests and goals. Do you want to run your own lab, become an entrepreneur, science communicator, or a policy maker? Students from all disciplines are eligible to apply. The Time Fellowship is geared towards individuals not yet enrolled in graduate level studies. Individuals enrolled in post-baccalaureate programs and Bachelor's-Master's dual degree programs are eligible to apply. The fellowship is open to all, regardless of citizenship status.
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Hello! We encourage you to prepare your answers to the fellowship questions outside of the application portal. When crafting your responses, focus on clearly demonstrating why you should be selected as a Time Fellow and how this fellowship will be pivotal to your success. Please ensure your objectives are articulated clearly, avoiding any use of jargon, so that we can easily understand your vision and goals.
Take your time, and let your passion for the field and this opportunity shine through.
Applications closed
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We are looking for thoughtful, highly motivated, and mission-driven applicants with boundless curiosity and the desire to connect and engage with like-minded people who share their energy and enthusiasm. Strong applicants would show demonstrated interest in the field and potential to become leaders. People who want to start making a difference now.
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Our Cohort #2 applications are now open. Apply here.
Applicants will complete a written application, and 40 applicants will be selected for a virtual interview. Interviewees are notified mid-January, and final acceptances are announced by Mid February. The acceptance rate for TIME cohort #1 was 11%.Applications close Dec 1st, 11:59pm PT. Key Dates:
Fellowship Applications Open = September 2024
Fellowship Applications Close - December 1st, 2024 11:59pm PT.
Interview Candidates Notified - January 9, 2025
Interviews - January 11 - 16, 2025
Fellows announced - Mid February, 2025
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As a Time Fellow, you are expected to actively participate in the fellowship community. This includes:
1-3 hours per week dedicated to:
Attending virtual events and discussions
Engaging in community-building activities
Participating in mentorship sessions
Your commitment is essential to fostering a collaborative environment where all fellows can learn, grow, and contribute to the field of aging biology. This program is designed to be flexible around your schedule, while offering valuable opportunities for growth and connection.
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Join us for an unforgettable 3-day retreat in Northern California June 2025. Network with passionate peers and gain valuable insights from leaders in the field.
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Nothing. We will cover your travel, food, and lodging.
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While the $8,000 grants are primarily aimed for Summer 2025, you've got some wiggle room! You can start using the funds anytime from May 2025 through to December 2025.
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Join our Slack channel and connect with the other people around the world with the same goal.
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As a Time Fellow, you’ll have access to a wide range of engaging virtual events designed to expand your understanding of aging biology and it potential impact. Our Time Talks series, for example, brings in thought leaders from across the field to give you an expansive view of opportunities in research, venture capital, biotech, ethics, and policy.
Some of our past guest speakers include:
Laura Deming – Founder of the Longevity Fund, Age1, CEO of Cradle, who shared insights on venture capital in the longevity space and how to fund and create breakthrough research.
Nir Barzilai – director of the Institute for Aging Research, Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Einstein), director the Longevity Genes Project, TAME trial, discussing the science of aging and the remarkable health of centenarians.
Celine Halioua – CEO of Loyal, providing a firsthand account of what it takes to create a successful biotech company focused on extending healthspan.
Raiany Romanni – Explored the ethical implications of aging interventions and their potential economic impact.
Dylan Livingston – Policy expert from the Alliance for Longevity Initiatives, highlighting the intersection of aging biology and policy-making.
Our goal is to provide you with a diverse and holistic view of the aging biology field, while connecting you with pioneers who are shaping its future. Expect to learn, engage, and be inspired at every event!
Please reach out to Courtney@timeinitiative.org with any questions and check out our virtual info session recording here: https://youtu.be/7oNaehBx_yc.