Advancing Brain and Cognitive Science through Collaboration

The Institute for the Brain and Cognitive Sciences (IBACS) provides services and nurtures connections that help UConn researchers do their best work. 

By the Numbers

$1.5M

Amount of seed grants awarded since inception

$200k

Amount of seed grants awarded per year

25%

Total success rate for external grant awards

250+

Researchers affiliated with the Institute

$1M

Research group support since inception

50+

Faculty and students supported each year

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Our Services

We provide grants, awards, fellowships, facilities, and other services that support UConn researchers.
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Seed Grants

Our research grants support interdisciplinary projects that may lead to publications and external awards.
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Institute Affiliates

Our faculty, graduate student, postdoc, and external affiliates take advantage of IBACS services and funding opportunities
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