Brain Research Foundation (BRF) is inviting eligible US academic institutions to nominate one (1) faculty member to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the 2027 BRF Seed Grant Program. The purpose of the Program is to provide start-up money for new research projects and innovative programs that have the potential of becoming competitive for an NIH grant or other external funding sources. To be eligible, the PI must be a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor working in the field of neuroscience, neurology, neurobiology, physiology, psychiatry, psychology, or related disciplines, proposing scientific projects with a focus on brain health and disease, including cancer. Each total award is limited to $100,000 (direct costs) for a two-year grant period. Additional information can be found in the RFA.
For the internal limited submission process, interested applicants should utilize the eApplication Form for instructions and submissions by Friday, September 11, 2026 at 11:59PM. Questions should be directed to Katelyn Still.
- Internal Deadline: September 11, 2026
- Selection of Applicants: October 5, 2026
- External Deadline: November 3, 2026, 4P CST