2026 Innovator Award
The 2026 Innovator Award from the Hydrocephalus Association funds groundbreaking research into new, non-invasive, or improved treatments for hydrocephalus, focusing on innovative solutions to advance patient care.
Funder: Hydrocephalus Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Letter of Intent) | June 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 or $50,000 per project for a 12-month period; 2–5 awards expected.
Summary: Seed funding for innovative research to develop non-invasive, one-time, or improved treatments for hydrocephalus.
Key Information: No indirect costs allowed; applicants must be HA Network for Discovery Science members (free to join).
Description
The Hydrocephalus Association’s Innovator Award provides seed funding for research projects aimed at advancing treatment for hydrocephalus. The program specifically seeks proposals that focus on developing novel non-invasive or one-time therapies, or on reducing the burden associated with current shunt treatments. Projects should address treatment-related priorities identified by the hydrocephalus community, with the ultimate goal of significantly improving patient outcomes and transforming the future of hydrocephalus care.
