Sponsor

Brain Canada Foundation

For More Information

For full application details, refer to the Sponsor's Request for Applications [1].

Description

Supported by the Canada Brain Research Fund, the purpose of the Future Leaders in Canadian Brain Research program is to accelerate novel and transformative research that will fundamentally change our understanding of nervous system function and dysfunction and their impact on health. The ultimate goal is to reduce the social and economic burden of neurological and mental health illnesses through prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment. Newly trained researchers in their first independent academic position are in a strong position to formulate innovative and impactful research projects. 

Eligibility

This opportunity is open to early career researchers (with a start date of independent research on or before December 31, 2022 = 84 months; or with a start date after December 31, 2022 = 60 months).

Funding Availability

$100,000 over 2 years.

Indirect Costs

$0 per program guidelines