Brain Awareness Week
Brain Awareness Week is the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. The next Brain Awareness Week is March 15-21, 2027.
Every March, participants host activities in their communities to share the wonders of the brain and the impact brain science has on our everyday lives. Every March, participants host imaginative activities in their communities that share the wonders of the brain, and the impact brain science has on our everyday lives. Event organizers include colleges and universities, hospitals, medical research facilities, K-12 schools, advocacy groups, outreach organizations, professional associations, government agencies, corporations, and more. Please note: We welcome friendly and open conversation about the intersections of neuroscience and society, but reserve the right to remove inappropriate comments or promotional spam. Participants who repeatedly post comments of this nature may be permanently removed from the group. Also, the Dana Foundation cannot give medical advice or physician referrals. Please be sure to consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
09/30/2026
Reminder! Applications are open for 2027 Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS)/Dana Foundation Brain Awareness Week grants. 🧠
These grants support projects in Europe that aim to educate audiences about the wonders of the brain and the impact brain science has on our everyday lives.
⭐ Up to 1,000 EUR will be awarded to successful applicants
📅 Apply by October 15
🔗 https://www.fens.org/careers/grants-and-stipends/grant/brain-awareness-week
09/29/2026
Reminder! Applications are open for 2027 IBRO (International Brain Research Organization)/Dana Foundation Brain Awareness Week grants. 🧠
These grants support projects outside of Europe that aim to educate audiences about the wonders of the brain and the importance of neuroscience research.
💸 Up to 1,200 USD will be awarded to successful applicants
📅 Apply by October 15
🔗 https://ibro.org/grant/brain-awareness-week-grants/
09/28/2026
✏️ Tips and tricks for applying to Brain Awareness Week grants!
If you want to write a successful grant application, make sure that you:
🔷 Have a socially relevant topic
🔶 Have specific goals
🔷 Define your audience well
🔶 Design engaging activities
🔷 Have a clear and detailed budget
👇️ Apply today for a chance to organise your own event!
🗓️ Deadline: 15 October 2026
🔗 Read more and apply here: https://buff.ly/ThwHZP8
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09/18/2026
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09/15/2026
🚨 Applications are officially open for a 2027 IBRO/Dana Brain Awareness Week grant! Up to 1,250 USD is available for neuroscience outreach and engagement activities outside of Europe that increase awareness about the brain and neuroscience research. Submit your application by October 15.
IBRO (International Brain Research Organization) Dana Foundation
09/15/2026
📢 Applications are officially open for 2027 FENS/Dana Brain Awareness Week grants! Up to 1,000 EUR is available for creative public outreach and neuroscience education projects in Europe. Submit your application by October 15.
Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) Dana Foundation
09/14/2026
: Today, we're looking back at the impact of the 2026 IBRO/Dana Brain Awareness Week Grants program.
Out of 486 applications, 99 were selected to organize events across 60 countries and areas in US/Canada, Latin America, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.
Some brought neuroscience into classrooms. Some organized public events. Some focused on children, while others engaged students and adults. But they all shared one mission: bringing brain health closer to everyone in their community 🌍
📖 Discover more about the impact of this grant and other IBRO grant programs in the 2025 Annual Report: https://ibro.org/about/ibro-annual-reports/
⏰ And stay tuned - the 2027 Brain Awareness Week Grant call opens this week!
Dana Foundation
09/07/2026
SAVE THE DATE! 📅
Brain Awareness Week kicks off March 15-21, 2027! Keep an eye out for grant opportunities to support activities worldwide and for our social media toolkit to help you spread the word about your work and the global campaign.
09/04/2026
Voting is open for the 2026 Brain Awareness Video Contest! Watch this year’s top ten videos and vote for your favorite by giving them a thumbs up on BrainFacts.org YouTube. 🧠 👍
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