It is a center goal to support interdisciplinary pilot projects related to the three key research themes, with an emphasis on innovative interventions. BU ARC is currently funding three pilot projects that reflect each of the proposed Center’s research themes and that have the potential to lead to the submission of fundable, extramural grant applications. Each investigative team is interdisciplinary, includes both senior and junior investigators, and reflects new collaborations developed as a result of BU ARC.