Utilizing Invasive Recording and Stimulating Opportunities in Humans to Advance Neural Circuitry Understanding of Mental Health Disorders (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage applications to pursue invasive neural recording studies focused on mental health-relevant questions. Invasive neural recordings provide an unparalleled window into the human brain to explore the neural circuitry and neural dynamics underlying complex moods, emotions, cognitive functions, and behaviors with high spatial and temporal resolution. • The funding opportunity aims to target a gap in the scientific knowledge of neural circuit function related to mental health disorders. • Researchers should target specific questions suited to invasive recording modalities that have high translational potential. • Development of new technologies and therapies are outside the scope of this NOFO. • The award ceiling is $200,000. • The estimated funding is $200,000. • Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, non-profit organizations, and small businesses.