Atom | BRAIN Initiative: Exploratory Research Opportunities Using Invasive Neural Recording and Stimulating Technologies in the Human Brain (R61 Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required)

Due Dates: August 20, 2025 (Letter of Intent) | September 19, 2025 (Application)

Funding Amounts: Up to $700,000 direct costs/year for up to 3 years; approx. 5 awards per cycle; total program budget ~$6M per cycle

Summary: Supports exploratory, multidisciplinary research using invasive neural recording and stimulation in the human brain to address fundamental neuroscience questions and establish feasibility for future studies.

Key Information: Applications must include a neuroethics plan and a team management plan; only basic experimental studies with humans (NIH-defined clinical trial) are eligible.

BRAIN Initiative: Exploratory Research Opportunities Using Invasive Neural Recording and Stimulating Technologies in the Human Brain (R61 Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required)

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