BRAIN Initiative: Exploratory Research Opportunities Using Invasive Neural Recording and Stimulating Technologies in the Human Brain (R61 Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required)
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity under the BRAIN Initiative for exploratory research utilizing invasive neural recording and stimulating technologies in the human brain. This initiative aims to assemble diverse, interdisciplinary teams to address high-impact questions in human neuroscience, focusing on the feasibility and foundational studies that may lead to future research opportunities. The program emphasizes ethical considerations and requires applicants to submit a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP) alongside their proposals. NIH anticipates funding approximately five awards totaling $6 million, with applications due by September 19, 2025. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the additional information link at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-DC-24-001.html.
Eligible Applicants
Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession; Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions) are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.