Craig H. Neilsen Foundation Translational Spectrum Grants support a wide range of research that will lead to an improved quality of life for those living with spinal cord injury (SCI). The proposed research may target any system or function affected by SCI or its sequelae during the acute or chronic injury period. It should demonstrate novelty, high scientific merit, and the potential for substantial impact on treatment and care. Meaningful incorporation of people with lived experience in the development and management of the research is encouraged. Up to two years of funding will be provided for preclinical studies while human subjects research may be up to three years. Funding for both two- and three-year projects is up to a maximum total cost of $400,000 over the duration of the grant. Budgets may not exceed $200,000 in any year (10% max for indirect costs).
PIs must be independent investigators, actively employed at the grantee institution at the time of FGA submission and can be at any stage of their research career.
Submit LOIs including Aims, Research strategy and relevance, preliminary budget biosketch, letter of assurance and letters of support to ProposalCentral.
LOI Deadline: May 22, 2026 at 5 pm ET.
Full applications due: November 12, 2026 at 5 pm ET.