BRAIN Initiative: Research on the Ethical Implications of Advancements in Neurotechnology and Brain Science (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)
Funding available for research on ethical concerns in neuroscience & brain technology, supporting projects related to BRAIN Initiative's goals & emerging technologies.
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National Institutes of Health has archived this opportunity.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: October 10, 2025 (New, Renewal/Resubmission/Revision) | October 9, 2026 (New, Renewal/Resubmission/Revision)
Funding Amounts: Up to $275,000 direct costs over 2 years; no more than $200,000 in any single year; project period limited to 2 years.
Summary: Supports multidisciplinary research on core ethical issues arising from advancements in neurotechnology and brain science, in alignment with BRAIN Initiative priorities.
Key Information: Clinical trials are optional; foreign organizations are eligible; Data Management and Sharing Plan required.
Description
This NIH funding opportunity supports exploratory/developmental (R21) research projects that address the ethical implications of research focused on the human brain, particularly as they relate to emerging neurotechnologies and scientific advancements supported by the BRAIN Initiative. The program seeks to foster multidisciplinary collaborations that integrate neuroethics with neuroscience, aiming to inform and guide responsible research and application of new brain technologies.
Projects should address key ethical issues such as data privacy, informed consent, health disparities, long-term obligations to patient populations, and the societal impact of neurotechnological advances. The initiative encourages innovative, high-risk, and potentially transformative research that can complement and integrate with ongoing neuroscience discoveries.
