Funder: The Dana Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to €1,000 per project
Summary: Supports Brain Awareness Week outreach in Europe that shares brain science with broader and more diverse audiences.
Key Information: Event organizers in Europe apply through FENS, rather than the separate IBRO/Dana program.
Description
The FENS/Dana Foundation Brain Awareness Week Grants support public outreach about the brain and the impact of brain science on everyday life. The Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) administers the program on behalf of the Dana Foundation, which has supported it annually since 2005. The grants help Brain Awareness Week participants in Europe expand their programming and reach broader and more diverse audiences.
The program contributes to a global campaign that fosters enthusiasm for brain science, encourages dialogue between researchers and the public, and increases awareness of brain health. Interdisciplinary projects connecting neuroscience with fields such as the arts, law and policy, technology, and psychology are encouraged. Outreach can take many forms, including educational workshops, laboratory tours, brain fairs, art events, film screenings, public discussions, and social media campaigns.
