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BRAIN Initiative: Theories, Models and Methods for Analysis of Complex Data from the Brain

Funds computational tools, models and theories for understanding brain circuits, built to be shared broadly with the research community.

A brain does not work one circuit at a time, and the theory for making sense of that is behind the data. This is the BRAIN Initiative's notice for building that theory, not for collecting more recordings.

The Theories, Models and Methods initiative supports development of computational tools for understanding dynamic brain circuits, made broadly accessible to the wider research community. In scop

Development and dissemination of computational tools, theories and models for understanding dynamic brain circuits — neural circuit mechanisms, circuit structure and function, and computational methods of analysis spanning neurons to behavior — made broadly accessible to the research community, with named relevance to closed-loop treatments for brain disorders such as Parkinson's disease and major depressive disorder. Clinical trials are not allowed.

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.8 Nov 2027
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.26 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: RFA-DA-27-004Source: www.grants.gov