BRAIN Initiative: New Concepts and Early-Stage Research for Recording and Modulation in the Nervous System (R21)

This grant seeks applications for unique and innovative recording and/or modulation technologies that are in the earliest stage of development, including new and untested ideas that are in the initial stages of conceptualization.  A wide range of modalities are appropriate including acoustic, chemical, electrical, magnetic, optical and chemical, as well as the use of genetic tools. Invasive or non-invasive approaches are sought that will enable large-scale recording and/or precise manipulation of neural activity, and that would ultimately be compatible with experiments in humans or behaving animals.

Funding: $400,000 total 

Duration: 3 years

Research Authority due date: 10 days prior to submission

LOI (encouraged) due dates: 17.5.25, 17.5.26

Full proposal due dates: 17.6.25, 17.6.26