BRAIN Initiative: New Concepts and Early-Stage Research for Recording and Modulation in the Nervous System (R21) (Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking applications for the BRAIN Initiative: New Concepts and Early-Stage Research for Recording and Modulation in the Nervous System (R21) (Clinical Trial Not Allowed). This funding opportunity aims to support innovative technologies that can record and modulate neural activity on a scale that is beyond what is currently possible. The goal is to understand how electrical and chemical signals code information in neural circuits and give rise to sensations, thoughts, emotions, and actions. • Eligible applicants include small businesses, non-profits, faith-based or community-based organizations, and institutions of higher education. • The estimated funding for this opportunity is $200,000. • The application submission deadline is June 15, 2026. • The project duration is expected to be approximately 2 years. • The award ceiling is $200,000.