NIMH Biobehavioral Research Awards for Innovative New Scientists (NIMH BRAINS) (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 359153Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359153
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the NIMH Biobehavioral Research Awards for Innovative New Scientists (NIMH BRAINS), a federal grant aimed at supporting early-career scientists in advancing their research in mental health. This initiative seeks to foster innovative clinical, translational, or basic research that can significantly enhance the understanding, diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of mental health disorders. With an estimated total program funding of $3 million and the expectation of awarding six grants, this opportunity is designed for small businesses committed to impactful research in the field. Interested applicants can reach out to Dr. Eric R. Murphy at eric.murphy@nih.gov or by phone at 301-443-9230 for further information, with the anticipated synopsis posting date on September 20, 2025, and a closing date of October 20, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Eric R. Murphy, Ph.D. National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
    (301) 443-9230
    eric.murphy@nih.gov
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