Daniel Callow
About Daniel Callow
Daniel Callow is a predoctoral fellow and research scientist at The National Institutes of Health, specializing in cognitive aging and lifestyle interventions. He has a background in neuroscience and kinesiology, with extensive research experience and a focus on improving healthcare for aging individuals.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Currently, Daniel Callow holds the position of Predoctoral Fellowship / Research Scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). He has been with NIH since 2021. In this role, he focuses on conducting research that aims to improve healthcare systems and enhance the quality of life for aging individuals and their caregivers. His work involves investigating how lifestyle interventions, particularly exercise, can support healthy cognitive aging.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Callow completed his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science at the University of Maryland from 2018 to 2023. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology (Exercise Science) from the same institution, studying from 2014 to 2018. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both neuroscience and exercise science, which he applies in his research on cognitive aging.
Previous Research Experience
Before his current role at NIH, Daniel Callow gained extensive research experience at the University of Maryland. He served as a Graduate Research Assistant in the Exercise for Brain Health Lab from 2018 to 2020 and as an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the same lab from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, he participated in a Summer Research Fellowship in Neurosurgery in 2017 and worked as a National Research Training Fellow at the National Science Foundation from 2020 to 2021.
Mentoring and Supervision Experience
Daniel Callow has experience in mentoring and supervising students in research settings. His roles at the University of Maryland included serving as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for Anatomy courses from 2016 to 2018. This experience has contributed to his ability to guide and support emerging researchers in their academic pursuits.
Achievements and Awards
Daniel Callow received the Ruth L. Kirschstein Individual National Research Service Award (NRSA F31) from the National Institute of Aging. This award recognizes his contributions to research in aging and underscores his commitment to advancing knowledge in this field. He has also demonstrated a strong track record of securing extramural funding for his research projects.