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
$1.7M
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
$1.3M
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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News and Announcements
- IBACS Outreach Fellowship Applications Due 2/20Posted on January 30, 2026
- Science Stories Series Talk on 2/11: Hannah Mechtenberg, PhD CandidatePosted on January 29, 2026
- IBACS Affiliate Dr. Arielle Keller’s Publication Featured in UConn Today ArticlePosted on January 28, 2026
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