Applications are now open for the Next Generation Research Grant Program. The Next Generation Research Grant Program supports early-career investigators worldwide conducting preclinical, clinical, or translational research to better understand, diagnose, treat, and prevent brain diseases.
“The programme follows the “Cure One, Cure Many” philosophy, which recognizes that discoveries about one brain disease can potentially lead to advances in the understanding and treatment of other neurological conditions.” Acceptable research Topics can come from the following:
- Disease mechanisms
- Diagnosis and biomarkers
- Treatments and therapeutic approaches
- Disease prevention
- Clinical interventions
- Preclinical models
- Translational research
- Factors influencing brain health and resilience
- Projects with potential relevance to more than one brain disorder are particularly encouraged.
Applications are open until October 8, 2026. Applicants may investigate fundamental disease mechanisms, develop diagnostic approaches, evaluate potential treatments, or explore preventive strategies.
- Each successful applicant receives $75,000 per year for two years. The total potential award is $150,000. The annual funding is divided as follows:
- $65,000 per year: Salary support
- $10,000 per year: Research-related expenses
- Total: $75,000 per year
- Total over two years: $150,000
- Indirect costs are not supported. Grant funds must be used directly for the proposed research project
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Hold an MD, PhD, or equivalent terminal-level clinical or research degree.
- Have completed their clinical residency or PhD in 2022 or later.
- Be affiliated with an accredited institution in the United States or internationally.
- Conduct research relevant to brain diseases or conditions.
- Be prepared to undertake a preclinical, clinical, or translational research project.
- There is no citizenship requirement, so eligible researchers from different nationalities can apply through qualifying US or international institutions.
Click the link to the PDF where you will find all the necessary information and instructions on how to apply.
