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Research & Submission Opportunities
ABC feels it is important for scientists to know about the various funding and abstract submission opportunities available to them, particularly from alternate funding resources.
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The 21st Century Cures Act included a section that will create a new funding opportunity for research that could create innovative and immediate advances in treatment for a disease or condition. Read about this EUREKA prize program.
An astrocyte, labeled with GFAP (red), focal adhesion kinase (FAK;green), and nuclear stain to-pro (blue). By DesignNeurorocker via Wikimedia Commons
Yeast cells are observed by fluorescence microscopy as part of a preventative health project on Alzheimer's disease. CSIRO via Wikimedia Commons
Abstract Submission & Request for Project
Proposal Opportunities
Apply to Present at the BIG Summit Company Presentations at the BIO Investment & Growth (BIG) Summit give you the opportunity to share your latest R&D progress, business strategy, and investment needs directly with prospective investors and partners in a dedicated presentation suite. These sessions are designed to increase visibility, spark follow-up conversations, and support partnership and capital formation goals.
The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation is accepting online applications for the 2026 BBRF Young Investigator Grant. The BBRF Young Investigator Grant program offers up to $35,000 a year for up to two (2) years to enable promising investigators to either extend their research fellowship training or to begin careers as independent research faculty. 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. Please submit your application online as early as possible to avoid any last-minute issues that may arise with your submission. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 11:59 PM ET. Apply now.
Call for Research Poster Abstracts
Interested in presenting your international substance use and addiction research as a poster in this year’s virtual poster gallery? The International Program invites you to submit an abstract for consideration. Please review the Forum Research Poster Guidelines. You must register for the meeting, and then follow the instructions in your registration confirmation email to submit your poster abstract. The deadline to submit an abstract is March 22, 2026.
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Submit an abstract for presentation (in person, virtually, or both) at Neuroscience 2026. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to share your findings, gain valuable feedback on your work, and be a part of a conference with thousands of other scientists.
Abstract submission will be open May 27–June 10, 5 p.m. ET. Begin preparing by visiting the call for abstracts or one of the below quick links.
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Promote your research and enhance your profile through ADAA's official Journal. Submit today, and if accepted, your article will be made freely available, and your cutting-edge research can be easily discoverable worldwide.​​
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The American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology (ASCP) is proud to announce the launch of the 2026 New Investigator Award (NIA) Program. This prestigious program recognizes and supports the next generation of clinical investigators in psychiatry and psychopharmacology. Learn more.
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Call for Submissions–Be Included in the Next Issue of ADAA’s Journal of Mood and Anxiety Disorders®. Submit your article.
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Center for Brain Health is recruiting for an online research study that engages individuals with Alzheimer’s or other dementia AND a care partner. Through video training, testimonials and discussions, participants focus on a strength-based approach to promoting brain health after a diagnosis. Learn how to participate.
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ASENT is reaching out to all those interested in getting more involved in the organization. There are available board positions, leadership positions, scientific program committee positions and more. To learn more about each position and to submit a nomination please visit CALL FOR NOMINATIONS.
The American Psychological Association (APA) is currently accepting nominations through its centralized portal Welcome | APA Board Nominations, for practitioners, researchers, and patient/community members with lived experiences to serve on a panel that will update APA’s (2019) Clinical Practice Guideline for the Treatment of Depression Across Three Age Cohorts (apa.org). APA membership is not required to serve on the panel.
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The National Ataxia Foundation is in need of research participants for their Further Development and Validation of the Cerebellar Neuropsychiatric Rating Scale (CNRS) study. Learn more.
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​Call for Submissions–Be Included in the Next Issue of ADAA’s Journal of Mood and Anxiety Disorders®. Submit your article.
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Below, provided by the International Bipolar Foundation, is a list of research studies related to bipolar disorder for which you may be eligible to contribute by participating. Each research opportunity is an example of the hope, support, and dedication to ensuring those with bipolar disorder lead a successful, full, and healthy life. Click the link below to learn more about each study.
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The Tipping Point Study: Early Detection of Bipolar Mood Episodes
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Physical Exercise for Cognitive Rehabilitation of Patients With Bipolar Affective Disorder
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The American Psychological Association (APA) is currently accepting nominations through its centralized portal Welcome | APA Board Nominations for practitioners, researchers, and patient/community members with lived experiences to serve on a panel that will update APA’s (2019) Clinical Practice Guideline for the Treatment of Depression Across Three Age Cohorts (apa.org). APA membership is not required to serve on the panel.
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Share a Proposal! SOS 37th Annual State of the States in Brain Injury Conference
When: August 31-September 3, 2026
Location: Little Rock, Arkansas
Proposal Deadline: March 1, 2026
Learn more and submit a proposal.
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The ASENT 2026 Annual Meeting and Clinical Trials Course is the premier scientific and networking event in neurotherapeutic drug and device development and discovery. This year, the meeting will return to the Hyatt Regency Bethesda, in Bethesda, MD from March 2-6, 2026. Neurotherapeutic Clinical Trials Course: March 2-3, 2026. ASENT 2026 Annual Meeting: March 4-6, 2026. For more visit: 2026 Annual Meeting
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On May 30, 2025, the Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC) published the Request for Project Proposals (RPP) MTEC-25-08-PTSDprediction on the MTEC website and a notice will be posted on http://www.sam.gov/ to notify interested parties. This Request for Project Proposals will seek to utilize a robust prediction algorithm prototype to detect a risk for PTSD within the U.S Navy. The prototype model should leverage existing data sources (e.g., Defense Manpower Data Center, Military Health System Data Repository, Defense Organizational Climate Survey), incorporate cutting-edge machine learning/artificial intelligence techniques, and prioritize ethical considerations. The goal is to provide the Navy with a deployable data-driven capability to proactively identify at-risk Sailors, facilitate timely interventions, and mitigate the impact of PTSD on individual Sailors and the Fleet.
Participate in the Annual Meeting of the American Society
of Clinical Psychopharmacology (ASCP) to be held at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel on May 26 – 29, 2026, by submitting a proposal and attending the meeting. The committee welcomes submissions from the U.S. as well as international proposals, and this year the committee strongly encourages the composition of panels and workshops that include women, under-represented minorities and early career scientists and clinicians. Submissions are open! Learn more.
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The 2026 Annual Ataxia Conference (AAC) is where our community comes together to learn, connect, and drive progress. To ensure everyone has the chance to be part of this experience, Travel Grants and Virtual Scholarships are available to support participation in Orlando.
Virtual Scholarships (online attendees)
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Complimentary virtual registration ($50 value)
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Apply by March 20, 2026
2026 ASCP Annual Meeting SUBMISSIONS OPEN learn more: https://ascp.societyconference.com/v2/
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Title: BRAIN Initiative: New Technologies and Novel Approaches for Recording and Modulation in the Nervous System (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
Agency/Organization: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Expiration: January 21, 2026
Link: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-NS-24-004.html
Title: Notice of Special Interest (NOSI): Promoting Data Reuse for Health Research [NOT-OD-24-096]
Agency/Organization: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Expiration: Nov 4, 2026
Link: https://bit.ly/4aQ34pN
​Research & Other Funding Opportunities
We have created a list of resources from the National Institutes of Health, patient advocacy groups, and professional organizations, whose websites provide additional information.