Neurobiology of Brain Disorders Award - McKnight Foundation
Funds research translating basic neuroscience into advances for brain disorders, with focus on environmental, social determinants, equity, and inclusive science.
Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $300,000 total ($100,000/year for 3 years); up to four awards annually; max 10% indirect costs; PI salary not allowed.
Summary: Supports research translating basic neuroscience into advances for brain disorders, with emphasis on environmental and social determinants, equity, and inclusion.
Key Information: Forecasted deadline—dates are projected; eligibility requires ≥3 years in a tenured/tenure-track faculty position at a US non-profit institution.
Description
The award funds innovative research that translates basic neuroscience findings into advances for the diagnosis, prevention, treatment, or cure of human brain disorders. Proposals should investigate the biological mechanisms underlying neurological and psychiatric disorders at synaptic, cellular, molecular, genetic, or behavioral levels, and may use any species. A new emphasis is placed on understanding how environmental factors—such as climate, nutrition, chemical exposure, and social determinants—contribute to brain disorders, particularly those disproportionately affecting communities of color. The program values collaborative, cross-disciplinary, and novel approaches, as well as a demonstrated commitment to equitable and inclusive laboratory environments. Awardees join a unique community of neuroscientists and participate in the McKnight Conference on Neuroscience.
