Funder: American Academy of Neurology
Due Dates: January 7, 2027 (Extended application deadline) | March 31, 2027 (Notification by) | July 1, 2027 (Funding begins)
Funding Amounts: Funding begins July 1, 2027
Summary: Supports innovative epilepsy investigations by early-career researchers through the American Brain Foundation’s 2027 Next Generation Research Grants.
Key Information: The program typically supports investigators who completed residency or a PhD within five years of the award’s start.
Description
The Epilepsy grant is part of the American Brain Foundation’s 2027 Next Generation Research Grants, which support innovative investigations by early-career researchers. It is funded by the American Epilepsy Society, Epilepsy Foundation, and American Brain Foundation, bringing an epilepsy-focused opportunity into a broader program supporting the next generation of neurological researchers.
The program is oriented toward investigators interested in pursuing academic careers in neurological research. Its emphasis combines innovative investigation with early-career researcher development. Applicants can review the epilepsy-specific request for proposals for detailed requirements and consult the Foundation’s program information and current recipients for broader context.
