[Brain and Behavior Research Foundation](https://www.bbrfoundation.org)

September 2026 (full application deadline, projected)

Up to $100,000 for a one-year project period

Funds established investigators for innovative neurobiological and behavioral research on severe mental illness.

Highly competitive; for full professors or equivalent with outstanding research records.

--- ## Description The BBRF Distinguished Investigator Grants are designed to support established scientists—typically at the level of full professor or equivalent—with a demonstrated record of outstanding research achievement. The program funds innovative, investigator-initiated projects in neurobiological and behavioral research that have the potential to advance understanding or treatment of severe mental illnesses. The goal is to catalyze creative new approaches that could lead to further funding and transformative discoveries in mental health research. --- ## Due Dates - September 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Up to $100,000 for a one-year period. - Awards are intended to support particularly innovative research ideas. - The program is highly competitive and among the most prestigious in the field of mental health research. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be established investigators, typically at the rank of full professor or equivalent. - Must have a record of outstanding research accomplishments. - Research proposals should focus on neurobiological or behavioral aspects of severe mental illnesses. - Open to researchers worldwide; BBRF grants have been awarded in over 30 countries. - Applicants who have not previously received this award are eligible. - Institutions must be able to accept and manage the grant funds. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online through the BBRF grant portal (see links below). - Required materials typically include a face sheet, research proposal, budget, and biographical information. - Review is conducted by the BBRF Scientific Council, a group of internationally recognized experts. - Late or supplemental submissions are not accepted. - Applicants are encouraged to join the BBRF email list for updates on the next application cycle and to review detailed guidelines as they become available. --- ## Additional Information - BBRF grants to universities are non-taxable; consult your institution’s grants office for details on fund use. - Requests for revised start dates or project extensions (up to one year) may be considered post-award. - Budget revisions and institutional transfers are possible with prior approval. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: BBRF Distinguished Investigator Grants](https://bbrfoundation.org/grants-prizes/narsad-distinguished-investigator-grants) - [BBRF Grant FAQs](https://bbrfoundation.org/grants-prizes/grant-faqs) - [Sign up for Email Updates](https://bbrfoundation.org/email-signup) - [All BBRF Grants & Prizes](https://bbrfoundation.org/grants-prizes/grants) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |-----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [info@bbrfoundation.org](mailto:info@bbrfoundation.org) | | Grants Questions | [grants@bbrfoundation.org](mailto:grants@bbrfoundation.org)| | Phone | +1 646-681-4888 | | Contact Form | [Contact BBRF](https://bbrfoundation.org/content/contact-us)|

BBRF Distinguished Investigator Grants

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