Eligibility
To participate in LAUNCH, you must:
- Be a research-oriented junior faculty member holding a doctoral degree, such as a PhD, MD, DO, DVM, or post-doctoral scholar transitioning* to a faculty position
- Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Have a research focus that is centered on neuroscience or relevant research methodologies and approaches specific to this area
- Have not yet received an independent NIH research award (R01 type or equivalent**)
*Transitioning means that you have or will have received a formal faculty appointment by the time the Summer Institute convenes in July 2027.
**R01-equivalent grants are defined as activity codes DP1, DP2, DP5, R37, R56, RF1, RL1, U01 and R35 from select NIGMS and NHGRI program announcements. (Source: https://report.nih.gov/nihdatabook/category/3)
Apply to the 27-28 LAUNCH Program!
Submit your application by Monday, February 1, 2027. Application requires current CV, statement of research interest, and 2 letters of endorsement.
Interested in LAUNCH, but not ready to apply?
Submit an interest form for the LAUNCH program, and we will add you to our future contact list.