BRAIN Initiative: Brain Behavior Quantification and Synchronization- Next Generation Sensor Technology Development (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)
About
This NOFO solicits applications for next generation sensor and bioelectronic device development that will synchronize with brain recordings. The sensor and neural recording data will be used to generate new computational models of behavior in human and animal models. There has been a lack of quantitative approaches and models to understand the complexity of human and animal behavior in naturalistic settings. This NOFO focuses on the development of next generation sensors to acquire data and synchronize it with simultaneous brain recordings to build computational models.
The BRAIN Initiative: Brain Behavior Quantification and Synchronization grant program supports the development of next-generation sensor and bioelectronic devices designed to synchronize with brain recordings and neural data collection. This program is ideal for researchers, technology developers, and organizations working at the intersection of neuroscience, bioelectronics, and computational modeling. The grant funds innovative projects that address a critical gap in neuroscience research: the lack of quantitative approaches to understand human and animal behavior in naturalistic settings. Applicants will develop advanced sensor technologies that can acquire data simultaneously with brain recordings, enabling the creation of sophisticated computational models of behavior. This program welcomes a diverse range of eligible applicants, including HBCUs, Hispanic-serving institutions, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian serving institutions, AANAPISIs, faith-based organizations, community-based organizations, and eligible federal agencies. If your organization is developing cutting-edge sensor technology or bioelectronic devices for neuroscience applications, or if you're conducting research that requires synchronized brain and behavioral data collection, this grant represents a significant funding opportunity to advance your work and contribute to breakthrough discoveries in understanding brain-behavior relationships.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
June 15, 2027
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Funding Range
Varies by funding cycle
Deadline
2027-06-15
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Annual
Best For
Research institutions, universities, biotech companies, neuroscience researchers, sensor technology developers, and organizations serving underrepresented populations in STEM
Eligibility
Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Govern
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for BRAIN Initiative: Brain Behavior Quantification and Synchronization- Next Generation Sensor Technology Development (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)?
Eligible applicants include Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs), Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-serving Institutions, faith-based and community-based organizations, eligible federal agencies, and Indian/Native American tribal governments. For the most current and complete eligibility requirements, visit the official NIH NOFO (Notice of Funding Opportunity) website.
How much funding does BRAIN Initiative: Brain Behavior Quantification and Synchronization- Next Generation Sensor Technology Development (U01 Clinical Trial Optional) provide?
Specific funding amounts vary and are determined by the funding cycle. For current information about award amounts and budget guidelines, applicants should consult the official NIH NOFO and contact the relevant NIH institute or center managing this program.
How do I apply for BRAIN Initiative: Brain Behavior Quantification and Synchronization- Next Generation Sensor Technology Development (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)?
Applications are submitted through the NIH electronic submission system (eRA Commons). The application process typically involves developing a detailed research proposal that outlines your sensor or bioelectronic device development plans, the computational models you aim to create, and how your work will advance understanding of brain-behavior relationships. For step-by-step application instructions, deadlines, and required documentation, visit the official NIH grants website and the specific NOFO announcement.
What can BRAIN Initiative: Brain Behavior Quantification and Synchronization- Next Generation Sensor Technology Development (U01 Clinical Trial Optional) funding be used for?
Funding supports the development of next-generation sensors and bioelectronic devices that synchronize with brain recordings, acquisition of neural recording data, creation of computational models of behavior in human and animal models, and research to advance quantitative approaches for understanding behavior in naturalistic settings. The program also allows for optional clinical trial components. For detailed allowable expenses and cost categories, review the official NOFO announcement on the NIH website.
Last updated: July 5, 2026