The Discovery Research Grants from the Breakthrough Discoveries for Thriving with Bipolar Disorder (BD²) support innovative and collaborative groups of researchers working together to improve our understanding of the biological mechanisms that underlie bipolar disorder. BD² aims to support teams of multidisciplinary scientists to develop targeted and groundbreaking research applications that examine the genetic, molecular, cellular, circuit, and/or behavioral mechanisms of bipolar disorder.
Applications are open to teams consisting of three (3) to five (5) PIs. Each PI must hold a doctorate (e.g., Ph.D., M.D.) or related research doctorate degree and be affiliated with an institution eligible to hold funds. The PIs must also be in an independent faculty position at non-profit organizations in the USA and worldwide.
The funding provides up to 1.25 million USD per year for four years, with an intended opportunity for continued funding up to an additional two years based on strong commitment, productivity, and promise. Indirect costs are covered.
Letters of Intent (LOIs) due November 20, 2026. Full Applications close on February 19, 2027.