This grant is for research teams that want to study how brain circuits and their cellular components work together to control the central nervous system. The goal is to combine different scientific approaches to understand how cells, circuits, and behavior are connected. Teams must include experts in both experimental and computational neuroscience and focus on three main areas: identifying circuit components, measuring brain activity, and analyzing behavior. The research should use innovative methods and models to link these areas and contribute to broader neuroscience standards.
Who it's for: This grant is for research teams from a variety of organizations, including universities, government entities, nonprofits, and businesses, that have expertise in neuroscience. Teams should include both experimental and computational scientists and be ready to work on complex, interdisciplinary projects.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Lack of integration between experimental and computational neuroscience
- Failure to address all three core elements (circuit components, dynamic activity, behavior)
- Not participating in BRAIN consortia activities
- Inadequate expertise in molecular, cellular, and systems neuroscience
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- List of team members and their expertise
- Budget plan
- Description of innovative methods and models
- Plan for integrating experimental and computational components
- Documentation of past relevant research
- Institutional support letters
- Compliance with ethical standards
- Registration with NIH systems
Cautions
- Clinical trials are not allowed
- Strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration
- Must connect three specific research elements
- Participation in BRAIN consortia is required
- Highly competitive due to limited funding
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include county governments, city or township governments, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), federally recognized Indian tribal governments, public and state institutions of higher education, small businesses, state governments, private institutions of higher education, special district governments, independent school districts, other Native American tribal organizations, and for-profit organizations. Essentially, a wide range of entities involved in research and education can apply.
Overview
This grant is for research teams from a variety of organizations, including universities, government entities, nonprofits, and businesses, that have expertise in neuroscience. Teams should include both experimental and computational scientists and be ready to work on complex, interdisciplinary projects.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Lack of integration between experimental and computational neuroscience
- Failure to address all three core elements (circuit components, dynamic activity, behavior)
- Not participating in BRAIN consortia activities
- Inadequate expertise in molecular, cellular, and systems neuroscience
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support research activities that integrate molecular, cellular, and systems neuroscience. This includes paying for personnel, equipment, and materials needed to measure brain activity, analyze behavior, and develop models. Funds may also cover participation in BRAIN consortia activities.
Total Program Funding
$1,000,000
Expected Awards
5
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 23, 2028(650 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 22, 2028
- Last Updated
- Aug 31, 2026
Application Checklist
- Ensure team includes both experimental and computational experts
- Develop a detailed project proposal addressing all three core elements
- Prepare a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather institutional support letters
- Register with NIH systems
- Plan for participation in BRAIN consortia activities
- Compile documentation of past relevant research