Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for BRAIN Initiative Connectivity across Scales (BRAIN CONNECTS): Specialized Projects for Scalable Technologies (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 356205Type: Forecasted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356205
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is preparing to publish a funding opportunity announcement for the BRAIN Initiative Connectivity across Scales (BRAIN CONNECTS): Specialized Projects for Scalable Technologies (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed). This initiative aims to foster innovative neurotechnologies by encouraging collaborations and the development of responsive applications in the field of brain research. The anticipated announcement is expected to be published in March 2025, with applications due by June 2025, and the estimated award date is set for March 2, 2026. Interested applicants should note that there is no cost-sharing requirement, and further details will be available upon the release of the official notice.

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