Lieber Prize for Outstanding Achievement in Schizophrenia Research Grant

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National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression

Foundation Grants for Science Research Grants for Mental Health

Funding Amount

US $50,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Other requirements

An outstanding scientist carrying out work relevant to the causes, pathophysiology, treatment or the prevention of schizophrenia.
Please keep in mind that the contributions should be of a fundamental nature and may be either in clinical or basic research.

Overview

The Lieber Prize for Schizophrenia Research, established in 1987 by Constance and Stephen Lieber, honors groundbreaking research in schizophrenia. With a $50,000 award, it recognizes scientists whose work enhances our understanding of the disorder or its underlying brain mechanisms. The prize aims to bring public attention to significant advancements in this field, showcasing the importance of research in alleviating mental health issues. The award is presented at an annual dinner in New York City each October.

The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation is committed to alleviating the suffering caused by mental illness by awarding grants that will lead to advances and breakthroughs in scientific research.
Lieber Prize for Schizophrenia Research
Lieber and her husband, Stephen A. Lieber, to bring public recognition to the outstanding discoveries being made in schizophrenia research. This prize carries an award of $50,000 and the winner(s) is honored at the annual International Awards Dinner in New York City in October.

Eligibility

An outstanding scientist carrying out work relevant to the causes, pathophysiology, treatment or the prevention of schizophrenia. Please keep in mind that the contributions should be of a fundamental nature and may be either in clinical or basic research.

What National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 80
Total given: $8.43M
Median grant: $70K
Range: $34K–$385K

By dollars: California 16%, New York 16%, Massachusetts 13%. Top recipient cities: New York, NY; Boston, MA; Los Angeles, CA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
20% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.