The Host Grant – Civic Science Fellow: Neuroscience and Society from the Dana Foundation supports two host partner organizations to each host a Civic Science Fellow in the area of Neuroscience and Society. Together with The Kavli Foundation, this program seeks to support two partner organizations to each host a Civic Science Fellow whose project explores the ethical and societal implications accompanying developments in neuroscience – one focusing on basic neuroscience discovery, and one focusing on the intersection of neuroscience and AI – as well as working to bidirectionally engage diverse public(s) on these issues to deepen trust and inform research or policy. Applications are open to innovative organizations with high potential for leverage across different spheres and disciplines. They may include media organizations, community organizations, scientific societies, academic institutions, philanthropic associations, and nonprofits, among others. The submission should also include a high-level budget summarizing costs to support the Fellow for 18 months. This can include 18 months’ salary and appropriate fringe benefits (based on a 12-month, $85,000 salary), a modest travel stipend (e.g., $5,000), and equipment (e.g., laptop).
Letters of intent deadlines have been extended to September 5, 2023.
