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BBRF Distinguished Investigator Grant

NARSAD RESEARCH INSTITUTE INC

Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

$100,000 (one year)

Deadline

September 25, 2026

155 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

BBRF Distinguished Investigator Grant

Overview: The BBRF Distinguished Investigator Grant provides support for experienced investigators (full professor or equivalent) conducting neurobiological and behavioral research.

Award Details:

  • Amount: $100,000 per year

  • Duration: One-year grant

  • Target: Established scientists pursuing innovative projects
  • Research Focus:

  • Diverse areas of neurobiological research

  • Areas of particular interest: Patient populations with unique or unusual characteristics and central nervous system developments
  • Eligibility:

  • Full professor or equivalent level

  • Experienced investigators

  • Conducting neurobiological and behavioral research
  • Geographic Scope: United States (based on funder location)

    Key Information: BBRF Grants are one of the highest distinctions in the field of mental health research. Many investigators go on to receive larger federal and private grants based on their BBRF Grant projects.

    Contact: grants@bbrfoundation.org

    Organization Contact:

  • Brain & Behavior Research Foundation

  • 747 Third Avenue, 33rd Floor

  • New York, NY 10017

  • Phone: 646-681-4888 / 800-829-8289
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    2026 Acceptance Period: Wednesday, August 20, 2025 - Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 11:59 PM Eastern

    Status: The Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2026 Distinguished Investigator (DI) Grant

    Required Materials: Refer to 2026 DI Grant Application Guidelines (subject to change; specific details not provided in website content)

    Submission: Applications must be submitted by the deadline

    Contact for Questions: grants@bbrfoundation.org

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