CanNRT–Brain Canada Fellowship (2027)
Closes Oct 30
CanNRT and Brain Canada Foundation
2026 Future Leaders in Canadian Brain Research
Neuroscience research grant from Brain Canada Foundation
Apply by Tuesday, Nov 3
Up to CA$100,000
About
Exploratory brain and nervous-system research helps new independent investigators generate evidence for larger research programmes. Mandatory letters of intent are due November 3, 2026, at 5 p.m. Eastern; full applications follow February 17, 2027.
Eligibility
Career stage: Early independent researcher
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Covers: CAD 100,000 over two years.
Host location: Canada
Research must remain at an eligible Canadian institution.
Reviewed Oct 11, 2026. Check the funder’s full conditions before applying.
Independent researchers at eligible Canadian institutions. First-position eligibility is 84 months for appointments beginning by December 31, 2022, otherwise 60 months, assessed at the full-application deadline excluding eligible leave. Postdocs, adjunct faculty and prior Future Leaders or Azrieli early-career awardees are ineligible.
Topics
nervous-system researchindependent investigatorsresearch programmesletters of intentNovember 3, 20265 p.m. Easternfull applicationsFebruary 17, 2027
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