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Professional Development Award Applications is sponsored by Dana Foundation. The Dana Foundation advances neuroscience that benefits society and reflects the aspirations of all people. Grants support interdisciplinary, collaborative work, fostering experimentation, investigation, and fresh thinking.
While not exclusively focused on connectomics, proposals demonstrating a clear link between electron microscopy-based neural circuit reconstruction and broader societal benefits in neuroscience could be relevant.
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The current target date is May 10, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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Neuroscience & Society Pilot Projects is sponsored by Charles A Dana Foundation Inc.. This program supports interdisciplinary pilot projects that examine the intersection of neuroscience with societal needs and aspirations. Funding is available for initiatives across three main program areas: Dana Education (K-12 and community education), Dana NextGen (professional training and career development), and Dana Frontiers (public engagement and policy). Geographic focus: United States (International applications considered on a case-by-case basis) Focus areas: Neuroscience, Neuroethics, Neurolaw, Science Policy, STEM Education, Public Engagement, Humanities
Neuroscience & Society Pilot Projects is sponsored by Charles A Dana Foundation Inc.. This program supports interdisciplinary pilot projects that examine the intersection of neuroscience with societal needs and aspirations. Funding is available for initiatives across three main program areas: Dana Education (K-12 and community education), Dana NextGen (professional training and career development), and Dana Frontiers (public engagement and policy). Geographic focus: United States (International applications considered on a case-by-case basis) Focus areas: Neuroscience, Neuroethics, Neurolaw, Science Policy, STEM Education, Public Engagement, Humanities
Letter of Interest in Neuroscience & Society Submissions is sponsored by Dana Foundation. The Dana Foundation supports neuroscience that inspires transformational ideas where the field intersects with education, law, policy, and public engagement. This program focuses on the interdisciplinary study of how neuroscience informs and reflects society. Projects exploring the ethical, legal, or societal implications of advanced connectomics research using electron microscopy could be a fit.
NCI Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) Academic Career Excellence (ACE) Award (K32) is a grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) that funds early postdoctoral fellows from diverse backgrounds, including underrepresented groups, to pursue research training in cancer-related fields. The K32 award supports fellows within 12 months prior to transitioning into, or within the first two years of, a postdoctoral position. The program, operated through NCI's Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities (CRCHD), aims to enhance the pool of qualified diverse cancer researchers. Beginning with the June 12, 2025 due date, the CURE ACE Award is available in both Independent Clinical Trial Required and Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed versions. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents at time of award.
AAI Career Awards is a grant from the American Association of Immunologists (AAI) that honors members for outstanding research and career achievement. Through multiple award tracks — including the Lifetime Achievement Award, Distinguished Service Award, Distinguished Fellows program, Public Service Award, and Vanguard Award — AAI recognizes immunologists at every career stage who have made exceptional scientific, institutional, or public-policy contributions. Nominations originate from the AAI Council and designated committees. The program celebrates careers defined by scientific excellence, service to the immunology community, and contributions to public advocacy, minority recruitment in the sciences, and disease research. Deadline is September 10, 2025.