Moody Brain Health Institute
Research Resources & Support
From an early research idea to a competitive proposal, MBHI helps investigators explore funding opportunities, strengthen applications, and connect with collaborators across disciplines.
How MBHI Can Help
Whether your project is taking shape or you are preparing to submit, our research development team can help you identify a practical next step.
Develop a Proposal
Discuss your research concept, proposal strategy, application requirements, and opportunities to strengthen the scientific narrative.
Find Funding
Explore funding opportunities that fit your research goals and consider the requirements and timing of a potential application.
Build a Collaboration
Connect complementary expertise and explore team science opportunities that can move a brain health project forward.
Meet the Research Development Team
Bring us your question, project idea, or upcoming application. We can help you determine which resources and collaborators may be useful.
Christopher Rojas
Senior Research Development Manager
Chris supports grant development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and proposal planning.
Ara 13
Senior Research Development Manager
Ara supports grant writing, scientific publications, and research program development.
Templates & Funding Resources
Use these resources as a starting point, and work with your department and the MBHI team on the requirements for your application.
UTMB Research Tools
- Budget template
- Facilities resources
UTMB sign-in may be required.
NIH Funding Resources
Upcoming NIH Standard Due Dates
Investigator-initiated applications for the October–November 2026 cycle. Review the applicable NIH announcement for full requirements.
Parent R01
New: October 5, 2026 Resubmission: November 5, 2026 View PA-25-301Clinical trial not allowed.
Parent R21
New: October 16, 2026 Resubmission: November 16, 2026 View PA-25-304Clinical trial not allowed. NINDS participates in this announcement.
Planning an application? Begin coordinating with your departmental and research development support teams early to allow time for scientific review, budgeting, and submission.
Deadline information updated September 2026. Institutional deadlines may be earlier than NIH due dates.
MBHI NeuroNotes
Explore recent research development updates, funding information, and opportunities for the MBHI community.
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Have a Brain Health Project in Mind?
You do not need a finished proposal to start a conversation. Connect with the MBHI research development team to explore your idea, funding options, or potential collaborators.
Meet the Research Development Team