BRAIN Initiative: Research Resource Grants for Technology Integration and Dissemination (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

Background
The BRAIN Initiative, launched in 2014, aims to accelerate the development and application of innovative neurotechnologies to enhance our understanding of the brain. This funding opportunity supports efforts to disseminate resources that integrate into neuroscience research practice, aligning with the goals outlined in 'BRAIN 2025: A Scientific Vision' and 'The BRAIN Initiative 2.0: From Cells to Circuits, Toward Cures'. The initiative seeks to address compelling needs of neuroscience researchers by providing resources that are otherwise unavailable or impractical in their current form.

Grant Details
The grant supports activities that include the dissemination of existing resources relevant to neuroscience research. Specific tasks may involve:
- Distribution of tools and reagents;
- User training on new technologies or techniques;
- Providing access to existing technology platforms and specialized facilities;
- Minor improvements to increase resource production and delivery efficiency;
- Adaptations to meet user community needs.

Projects should focus on producing and distributing reagents, providing customized instrumentation, maintaining open-source computational models, and enabling user facilities for external scientists. Applications must demonstrate clear value to a broad community of investigators.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include higher education institutions (public and private), nonprofits, for-profit organizations (including small businesses), local governments, state governments, tribal governments, and other entities. Non-domestic entities are not eligible to apply. Applicants must have the necessary skills and resources to carry out the proposed research.

Period of Performance
Support may be requested for up to 5 years with a possibility of one renewal. The earliest start date for projects is June 10, 2026.

Grant Value
The NIH anticipates providing $10 million per year for this initiative, funding an estimated 10 to 20 awards. Application budgets are not limited but should reflect the actual needs of the proposed project.