Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Research Grant Program
Supports innovative research in Minnesota to improve treatment, rehabilitation, and outcomes for people with spinal cord or traumatic brain injuries.
Funder: Minnesota Office of Higher Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027: Grants management system user registration due (projected) | March 2027: Technical questions submission deadline (projected) | April 2027: Full proposal submission deadline — proposals must be received by 4:30 p.m. Central Time (projected)
Funding Amounts: ~$2.5M/year total; awards by tier: up to $125k (pilot, 2 yrs), $250k (standard, 2 yrs), $500k (clinical/translational, 3 yrs)
Summary: Supports research to advance treatments, rehabilitation, and outcomes for people with spinal cord or traumatic brain injuries.
Key Information: Minnesota-based institutions only; multi-tiered funding; strong focus on scientific merit and translational impact.
Description
This program funds research projects that seek to improve knowledge, treatment, and rehabilitation for individuals affected by spinal cord injuries (SCI) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). The goal is to foster innovative scientific studies that can improve outcomes, care, and quality of life for those living with these injuries, as well as to promote the development and dissemination of new therapies, interventions, and preventive strategies. Projects may address pharmaceutical, medical device, brain stimulation, or rehabilitative approaches.
