American Brain Foundation (ABF) Next Generation Research Grants 2026 (With Up to $150,000 in Funding)

  • Published: August 29, 2026
  • Deadline: October 08, 2026
  • Category: Grants

Applications are currently being accepted for the American Brain Foundation (ABF) Next Generation Research Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

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About ABF Next Generation Research Grants

This two-year award supports preclinical, clinical, or translational research. This grant targets early career researchers who are studying disease mechanisms, diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of brain diseases and conditions and whose research has potential relevance for more than one condition.

Benefits of ABF Next Generation Research Grants

  • This grant provides $75,000 per year for two years, for a total of $150,000. Funds support salary and research-related expenses. Of the annual award, $65,000 is designated for salary support and $10,000 for research-related expenses.
  • The grant does not support indirect costs; all funds must be used directly for the proposed project. Applicants may supplement this grant with other awards, however, the other grant(s) cannot exceed $75,000 annually.

ABF Next Generation Research Grants Requirements

Applications must meet all the following eligibility requirements:

  • Applicants must be clinician-investigators with an MD, PhD, or equivalent terminal-level clinical or research degree.
  • Applicants must have completed clinical residency or PhD in 2022 or later.
  • Applicants at accredited US and international institutions are eligible to apply. There is no citizenship requirement.

There is no limit on the number of applications submitted from a single institution. Applicants may apply for more than one NGRG in a single application cycle; a separate, complete application must be submitted for each grant.

The American Brain Foundation is committed to supporting research that incorporates a broad range of perspectives and includes study populations that reflect the full spectrum of individuals affected by brain disease. The ABF provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Application Date and Process

  • Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

08 October, 2026

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