BRAIN Initiative: Preclinical Proof of Concept for Novel Recording and Modulation Technologies in the Human CNS (R18 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking applications for the BRAIN Initiative: Preclinical Proof of Concept for Novel Recording and Modulation Technologies in the Human CNS (R18 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed). This initiative aims to support the development and preclinical testing of next-generation recording and/or modulation devices for human use to further our understanding of the human central nervous system and treat nervous system disorders. • The initiative will utilize the R18 activity code. • The award ceiling is $750,000. • The application receipt date is January 28, 2027. • The initiative is open to various applicant types, including for-profit organizations, non-profits, and institutions of higher education. • The initiative is focused on health-related research and development.