This grant is part of the BRAIN Initiative and aims to support the development of new and innovative technologies to better understand how the brain works. It focuses on early-stage research for recording and manipulating neural activity, which could involve experimental approaches, simulations, or prototypes. The goal is to develop technologies that can eventually be used to study brain activity on a large scale.
Who it's for: This grant is for researchers and organizations interested in developing groundbreaking technologies to study brain activity. Eligible applicants include various government entities, educational institutions, nonprofits, small businesses, and tribal organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing clinical trials
- Submitting applications after the deadline
- Proposing projects that are not in the early stages of development
- Lack of innovative or unique technology ideas
- Not meeting eligibility criteria
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., 501(c)(3) status for nonprofits)
- Budget plan
- Project timeline
- CVs of key personnel
- Letters of support or collaboration
- Documentation of previous relevant research
- Registration with relevant federal systems (e.g., SAM.gov)
Cautions
- Clinical trials are not allowed under this grant.
- The focus is on early-stage, innovative ideas.
- Ensure all application materials are submitted by the deadline.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include county governments, public and state institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, other Native American tribal organizations, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, state governments, small businesses, for-profit organizations, special district governments, city or township governments, independent school districts, and federally recognized Indian tribal governments.
Overview
This grant is for researchers and organizations interested in developing groundbreaking technologies to study brain activity. Eligible applicants include various government entities, educational institutions, nonprofits, small businesses, and tribal organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing clinical trials
- Submitting applications after the deadline
- Proposing projects that are not in the early stages of development
- Lack of innovative or unique technology ideas
- Not meeting eligibility criteria
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for developing new technologies, simulations, computational models, or prototypes to study neural activity. This includes building and testing models to validate theoretical assumptions.
Total Program Funding
$200,000
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Dec 9, 2024
- Deadline
- Jun 15, 2026(2 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 21, 2026
- Last Updated
- May 13, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with SAM.gov and Grants.gov
- Develop a detailed project proposal
- Prepare a budget and project timeline
- Gather CVs and letters of support
- Ensure project aligns with grant goals
- Submit application by June 15, 2026