Brain Research Foundation (BRF) is inviting eligible institutions to nominate one (1) senior faculty member to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the 2027 Scientific Innovations Award (SIA). The purpose of the program is to provide funding for innovative science in both basic and clinical neuroscience. This award provides $150,000 in direct costs for a two-year period.
Applicants must be a full-time associate professor or full professor working in the of studies of brain function in health and disease. Additional information can be found in the RFA.
Interested applicants should submit LOIs following the BRF guidelines electronically to the application system by Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:59PM ET. Questions should be directed to Katelyn Still at katelyn.still@advocatehealth.org.
Deadlines
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Internal Deadline: May 8, 2026 at 11:59PM ET
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Selection of External Applicant: May 18, 2026
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External Deadline: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 4:00PM CT