[National Institutes of Health](https://www.nih.gov)

October 2026 (application deadline, projected)

Expected 2-year awards; up to 4 awards anticipated; specific dollar amounts not yet published.

Supports a coordinating unit to enable exploration and use of large-scale brain cell atlas data, ensuring data rigor, reproducibility, and engagement with the research community.

--- ## Description This opportunity, led by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and other NIH Institutes and Centers, will fund a Coordinating Unit for Biostatistics, Informatics, and Engagement (CUBIE) as part of the BRAIN Initiative Cell Atlas Network (BICAN). The CUBIE’s primary objectives are to facilitate the exploration and use of large-scale brain cell atlas data, inspire research into brain function and disorders, and ensure data is Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable (FAIR). The project emphasizes research rigor and transparency, leveraging recent advances in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for data analysis and interpretation. This is a renewal for a 2-year funding period, and applicants are expected to collaborate broadly with the research community. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Up to 4 awards are expected. - Funding will support a 2-year project period. - Specific award amounts are not yet published; refer to the program page for updates as the official notice is released. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - State, county, city, township, and special district governments - Independent school districts - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized and other) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (excluding those that are higher education institutions) - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - Eligible agencies of the Federal Government (including the NIH Intramural Program) - U.S. Territories or Possessions - Faith-based or community-based organizations - Regional organizations --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not being solicited at this time. - The official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) will be published in advance of the anticipated deadline. - Eligible applicants are encouraged to begin developing collaborations and project concepts in preparation for the official call. - Standard NIH peer-review processes will be used to evaluate submitted proposals. --- ## Additional Information - The CUBIE is expected to collaborate with the broader research community to analyze and interpret all existing brain cell census/atlas data. - Emphasis will be placed on enhancing statistical power, research rigor, data reproducibility, and fostering a brain cell atlas ecosystem. - Projects should leverage recent advancements in AI/ML. --- ## External Links - [NIH Funder Home Page](https://www.nih.gov) - [Official Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361449) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Notes | |-------------------------------|-----------------------------------|---------------|------------------------| | BRAIN Initiative BICAN Team | [BRAIN-BICAN@nih.gov](mailto:BRAIN-BICAN@nih.gov) | 301-496-4000 | Please contact via e-mail | ---

BRAIN Initiative Cell Atlas Network (BICAN): Coordinating Unit for Biostatistics, Informatics, and Engagement (CUBIE)

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