Call for NeuroDiscovery
Grant Proposals

Emotiv is committed to accelerating discoveries in neuroscience, cognitive science, and BCI through innovative research partnerships. We are excited to announce the Emotiv NeuroDiscovery Grant Program, designed to support researchers, clinicians, and innovators who are advancing the science of the human brain with Emotiv EEG technology.

Deadline: Jan 15, 2027

Ourgoalistofosterprojectsthatpushtheboundariesofbrainresearchandunlocknewapplicationsacrosshealth,wellbeing,education,humanperformance,andbeyond.MultipleEmotivsoftwareandheadsetgrantswillbeawarded,withacombinedvalueofuptoUSD$20,000.
Ourgoalistofosterprojectsthatpushtheboundariesofbrainresearchandunlocknewapplicationsacrosshealth,wellbeing,education,humanperformance,andbeyond.MultipleEmotivsoftwareandheadsetgrantswillbeawarded,withacombinedvalueofuptoUSD$20,000.

What We Offer

Each successful applicant will receive:

Emotiv EEG Technology

Up to $15,000 value in the form of Emotiv headsets and/or software development kit and software licenses

Collaboration Opportunities

Technical support for Emotiv device use.

Visibility & Impact

Opportunities to showcase your work through Emotiv’s global channels.

Areas of Interest

We welcome proposals across a wide range of disciplines that feature Emotiv EEG devices and software, including
(but not limited to):

Clinical & Health Applications

Biomarkers for neurological or psychiatric conditions, particularly cognitive decline

Clinical & Health Applications

Biomarkers for neurological or psychiatric conditions, particularly cognitive decline

Human Performance & Wellbeing

Mental health and performance tracking, including Flow and Resilience

Human Performance & Wellbeing

Mental health and performance tracking, including Flow and Resilience

Brain-Computer Interfaces

Neurorehabilitation, adaptive neurofeedback, assistive communication technologies

Brain-Computer Interfaces

Neurorehabilitation, adaptive neurofeedback, assistive communication technologies

Eligibility

Open to academic and not-for-profit researchers, clinicians, and graduate students worldwide.

Applicants must demonstrate prior experience or a strong interest in EEG technology

Collaborative, cross-disciplinary projects are strongly encouraged.

Application Process

1

Submit a Proposal (2-3 pages)

Complete the online application form, which includes:

  • Project title and abstract

  • Research objectives and methods

  • Anticipated outcomes and impact

  • Project personnel and experience to complete the proposed project

Budget and timeline

2

Review & Selection

Proposals will be reviewed by Emotiv’s Scientific Advisory Panel based on:

  • Scientific quality and innovation

  • Feasibility and clarity of approach

  • Potential for impact and real-world application

  • Alignment with Emotiv values and goals

3

Award Notification

Selected applicants will be contacted with details of grant awards, equipment allocation, and onboarding to the Emotiv research ecosystem.

Timeline

Application Submission Opens

26th October 2026

Submission Deadline

15th January 2027

Award Announcements

15th February 2027

Deliverables

Recipients are expected to:

Conduct research in accordance with ethical standards.

Share project outcomes with Emotiv via interim reports and a final summary.

Acknowledge Emotiv Research Grant support in resulting publications and presentations.

Submit your completed Grant Application via the below link on or before January 15, 2027

Submit your completed Grant Application via the below link on or before January 15, 2027

Some of the innovative work we’ve supported:

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