Funding Amount

$100,000 for one year

Deadline

September 25, 2026

170 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

BBRF Distinguished Investigator Grant

Program Purpose: Provides support for experienced investigators conducting neurobiological and behavioral research.

Award Details:

  • Amount: One-year grant of $100,000

  • Duration: One year

  • Career Stage: Full professor or equivalent (established scientists)
  • Research Focus:
    Established scientists pursuing innovative projects in diverse areas of neurobiological research.

    Areas of Particular Interest:
    The Scientific Council's Selection Committee has special interest in:

  • Patient populations with unique or unusual characteristics

  • Central nervous system developments
  • Geographic Scope: United States

    Contact Information:

  • Email: grants@bbrfoundation.org

  • Phone: 646-681-4888 / 800-829-8289

  • Address: Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, 747 Third Avenue, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10017
  • Background: BBRF Grants are among the highest distinctions in mental health research. Many investigators have gone on to receive larger federal and private grants based on their BBRF Grant projects.

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Current Status: 2026 applications are currently being accepted.

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

    Next Deadline: September 2026 (projected for 2027 cycle)

    Application Materials:

  • Follow 2026 DI Grant Application Guidelines (subject to change)

  • Submit through BBRF online application portal
  • Review Process:

  • All submissions reviewed by Scientific Council

  • Council evaluates most promising research ideas with greatest potential for breakthroughs
  • Questions: Contact grants@bbrfoundation.org

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    science-researchmental-health

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