His extramural research on the cognitive and neurobiological consequences of normal aging has received continuous NIH funding since 1989. He serves on the editorial boards of several journals, including the position of Section Editor at Neurobiology of Aging. Author of numerous basic research reports, reviews and book chapters, Dr. Rapp's research interests focus on epigenetic contributions to age-related cognitive decline, in vivo imaging studies of neurocognitive aging, and the development of strategies aimed at promoting optimally healthy cognitive aging.