Research multidisciplinary collaboration

Across the University of Florida, 250+ McKnight Brain Institute faculty members work to advance current knowledge to improve brain health across the lifespan and revolutionize the treatment of neural disorders.

Research areas

Neurological Diseases

Programs include ALS, Alzheimer’s disease, brain tumor immunotherapy, and Parkinson’s disease, as well as other neurodegenerative disorders.

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Research Snapshots

funding opportunities at the mbi

Deadline: NovEMBER 1, 2024

MBI Accelerator Program

Annual program offers seed funding to support novel and impactful research projects that align with our mission to enhance lives through neuroscience and neuromedicine research.

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Conference and Center Support

MBI-affiliated centers can request flexible funds to help support research events.

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Core Seed Funding

These funds help MBI members utilize core resources at UF, including HiPerGator.

Gator NeuroScholars

This MBI's postdoctoral fellowship program features a highly competitive stipend and opportunities to work side-by-side with some of the nation’s top neuroscientists.

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Awards Across the UF Campus

Office of Research Opportunities

The Division of Strategic Research Development (SRD) assists University of Florida faculty and staff in the pursuit of internal and external research funding.

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