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Brain Behavior Quantification and Synchronization — Next Gen Sensor Technology Development

Supports neural behavior-sensing technology development through translational cooperative projects.

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RFA-MH-26-140 is part of the NIH BRAIN Initiative's Brain Behavior Quantification and Synchronization (BBQS) flagship program, with NIMH as lead Institute. It funds U01 cooperative research projects to develop next-generation sensor technologies capable of capturing high-resolution, multi-modal behavioral data synchronized in real time with neural activity recordings. The program also supports dev…

What this grant funds

Funds U01 cooperative research projects developing next-generation sensor technologies to synchronize high-resolution behavioral tracking with neural activity in real-world settings, under the BRAIN BBQS program led by NIMH.

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CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.16 Jun 2027
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Cooperative agreement
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: braininitiative.nih.gov