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BRAIN Initiative: Team-Research BRAIN Circuit Programs - TeamBCP (U19 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

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Type
GRANTS AND FUNDING
Application Difficulty
MEDIUM
Application DeadlineSeptember 13, 2024
Time To Complete4 weeksProgram Budgetno cap
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Highlights

This program offers a unique opportunity for you to engage in interdisciplinary research focusing on how brain circuits influence behavior. By collaborating with experts from fields like neurobiology, mathematics, and engineering, your business can access cutting-edge technologies and methodologies that enhance your capabilities. This isn't just about funding; it’s about finding solutions to pressing questions in emotion, cognition, and decision-making that could benefit your operations and contribute to significant scientific advancements.

With up to five years of funding available, and the chance for renewal, your team will have ample time to conduct thorough investigations. This can lead to invaluable insights and innovations that set your business apart in your industry. Plus, since there are no set revenue limits, you can find a fit regardless of your current size or structure. Applying for this program means you’re not just looking for funding; you’re investing in the future of your business and contributing to groundbreaking research.

Financing Details

The financing provided by this program is in the form of grants.

Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:

  • There are no repayment terms or interest rates associated with grant funding. You won't have to worry about paying it back, as long as you meet the program's requirements.

Eligible Expenses:

  • The funds can be used for various expenses, including:
    • Research-related activities
    • Advanced technologies needed for your projects
    • Salaries for team members
    • Equipment and materials essential for your studies

Usage Restrictions:

  • The grant funds cannot be used for:
    • Personal expenses unrelated to the project
    • Any expenses not directly linked to your research activities

Fees:

  • There are typically no fees associated with applying for or receiving this grant. This means you can allocate more of your resources towards your research projects.

Qualifications

  • Location: The program is likely available across the country. Specific locations are not mentioned.
  • Sectors: Available to all sectors.
  • Minimum Employees: No minimum employee requirement.
  • Maximum Employees: No maximum employee limit.
  • Minimum Company Revenue: No minimum revenue qualifications.
  • Maximum Company Revenue: No maximum revenue qualifications.
  • Legal Structure: All legal structures are applicable.
  • Profit Structure: All profit structures are applicable.

Disqualifiers:

  • Human Subjects with Invasive Neural Recording: Applicants proposing to include human subjects must apply to the companion FOA.

Description

This program offers funding for interdisciplinary research teams focusing on how brain circuits affect behavior. By bringing together experts from various fields, you can explore innovative technologies and advance our understanding of neural functions. Projects can receive awards for up to five years, with the possibility of a renewal, helping to support thorough investigations over time.

The funding can be used for cutting-edge research, including experiments that involve controlling stimuli and recording neural activity. You'll have the opportunity to work on projects that address significant areas such as emotion, cognition, and decision-making. This is a chance to expand your business's capabilities and add value through collaboration with top researchers, statisticians, and other experts.

With no set maximum or minimum revenue for participation, this program is inclusive and designed to fit various business types. Your participation can lead to practical insights, aiding not just your business but also contributing to broader scientific knowledge. This is an excellent opportunity to engage deeply with innovative research and make impactful contributions in the field.

Program Steps

  1. Identify Key Team Members
    Assemble an interdisciplinary team that includes experts from relevant fields such as neurobiology, mathematics, and engineering.

  2. Develop Project Concept
    Outline your project idea, focusing on how brain circuits affect behavior. Clearly define your research goals and methodologies.

  3. Prepare Appropriate Documentation
    Gather the necessary documents to complete your application. This may include:

    • Team member CVs or resumes
    • Project proposal or research plan
    • Budget outline for the project
    • Letters of support or collaboration agreements
    • Any prior research or relevant publications
  4. Complete the Application Form
    Fill out the required application form with the details of your project and team. Be thorough and clear in your responses.

  5. Submit Application
    Ensure all materials are included and submit your application before the deadline.

  6. Prepare for Follow-Up
    Be ready to answer any questions or provide additional information if requested by the selection committee.

  7. Receive Notification of Award
    Wait for communication regarding the outcome of your application and any next steps if awarded funding.

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