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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
On behalf of the Society for Neuroscience (SfN), we invite you to submit a session proposal for Neuroscience 2026, taking place November 14–18 in Washington, D.C. SfN is committed to fostering a rich intellectual community where neuroscience researchers can thrive, exchange ideas, and share their latest discoveries. Our program at Neuroscience 2025 was a strong reflection of these values, and we aim to build on that success in 2026. To expand participation and enhance accessibility, we encourage neuroscientists from all backgrounds and career stages to submit a proposal for a Neuroscience 2026 session or event by Wednesday, January 21, 5 p.m. EST.
New Investigator Award Submissions Open: Deadline January 28, 2026. The American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology (ASCP) invites you to apply for the New Investigator Award (NIA), a unique opportunity to accelerate your professional growth and connect with leaders shaping the future of clinical psychopharmacology. Award recipients gain access to personalized mentoring, a full-day development workshop led by NIH, FDA, academic, and industry experts, and the chance to present their research during the ASCP Annual Meeting. Don’t miss your opportunity to gain recognition and build lasting professional connections. Submissions guideline.
The Dana Foundation is accepting letters of interest (LOIs) for pilot projects in Neuroscience & Society. Applicants may request up to $150,000 in funding for projects over a period of up to 18 months. LOIs may be submitted throughout the 2026 calendar year, however, we are prioritizing LOIs received before January 30, 2026, to best align with our 2026 funding cycles. Visit their FAQs for Grant Seekers section for answers to common inquiries, e.g. what we do and do not fund. View our LOI guidelines for content and formatting details, including our programmatic goals and objectives. The maximum length for an LOI is three pages. Submit a letter of interest.
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Summer Workshop on the Dynamic Brain Co-organized by the Allen Institute and the UW’s Computational Neuroscience Center, this 2-week residential course is intended for researchers at the Ph.D. student and postdoctoral level with an interest in developing their computational neuroscience skillsets through student projects focused on neurophysiology, population dynamics, behavior, and connectivity data. This program takes place at Friday Harbor Laboratory in the San Juan Islands. The application deadline is February 1.
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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.
The National Ataxia Foundation (NAF) is excited to announce that applications for their 2026 research grants opened June 16th! We encourage you to apply and be a part of their mission to accelerate the development of treatments and a cure for Ataxia. In 2025, NAF funded 18 research grants totaling $730,000, thanks to the generosity of our community—and we’re not stopping there. View Grant Opportunities.
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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.
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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.