The Brain Research Through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies® (BRAIN) Initiative

Revolutionizing our understanding of the human brain
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Image Courtesy of Andrew Janson, University of Utah Scientific Computing and Imaging Institute (Show Us Your BRAINs! Photo & Video Contest 2019)
Image Courtesy of Andrew Janson, University of Utah Scientific Computing and Imaging Institute (Show Us Your BRAINs! Photo & Video Contest 2019)

Latest from The BRAIN Blog

The BRAIN Blog covers updates and announcements on BRAIN Initiative research, events, and news. 

Hear from BRAIN Initiative trainees, learn about new scientific advancements, and find out about recent funding opportunities by visiting The BRAIN Blog.

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The Kavli Prize

The BRAIN Initiative congratulates BRAIN contributors Dr. Nancy Kanwisher, Dr. Winrich Freiwald, and Dr. Doris Tsao, co-recipients of the 2024 Kavli Prize in Neuroscience. 

Photo and Video Contest

The winners of the 2024 photo and video contest have been announced!

Art meets science in this year's colorful and creative submissions.

Director's Corner

NIH BRAIN Initiative Director Dr. John Ngai discusses the impact of BRAIN-funded research and the importance of innovation and technology in revolutionizing our understanding of the human brain.  In his Director's Corner, you'll find insights on BRAIN-funded studies, news stories of interest, and multimedia highlights. 

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May 09, 2025
BRAIN Neuroethics Working Group (NEWG) Meeting – May 2025
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May 08, 2025
BRAIN Multi-Council Working Group (MCWG) Meeting – May 2025
Online
January 31, 2025
BRAIN Multi-Council Working Group (MCWG) Meeting – January 2025
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