Topic: advocacy

Recognises long-term partnerships between consumers, communities and health and medical researchers. Assessment covers advocacy, shared decision-making, impact, innovation and influence on research practice. Nominations close 11 December 2026 at 17:00 AEDT.

Support public engagement with brain research through community outreach, schools, advocacy or policy and media activities. Interdisciplinary projects may address ethical, legal and social questions. Apply through the IBRO portal by 15 October 2026, 23:59 CEST. Proposals need an event plan, host information, organisers’ CVs, budget, visibility plans and inclusion measures. Activities can occur outside Brain Awareness Week but must support its campaign.