DoW Epilepsy Research Partnership Award
Can you apply?
This grant is for researchers investigating post-traumatic epilepsy (PTE) through collaborative partnerships. Applicants must include at least two investigators from potentially different institutions who will partner on one overarching study. The initiating PI submits a pre-application; all PIs submit full applications. Each PI can participate in only one FY26 ERP Research Partnership Award application. Eligible recipient organizations typically include universities, research institutions, and hospitals with research capacity. This is a federal military research program administered by the Army.
Program description
Summary: The intent of the Epilepsy Research Program (ERP) Research Partnership Award is to support new or existing research partnerships focused on collaboratively addressing critical questions relevant to post-traumatic epilepsy (PTE) in a manner that would be unachievable through separate efforts. It is expected that investigators will utilize their distinct but complementary perspectives to synergistically address a central problem or question critical to PTE research and those living with PTE, their families and/or their care partners.
Distinctive Features: This funding mechanism requires that a minimum of two investigators partner in one overarching study. Only the Initiating Principal Investigator (PI) will submit a pre-application, but all PIs will need to submit full applications. The Partnering PI(s) application is an abbreviated package specific to their distinct portion of the research project. If recommended for funding, each PI will be named on separate awards to the recipient organization(s). Be advised, all associated applications for a research project may be withdrawn if the initiating or partnering application is rejected or administratively withdrawn.
**NEW for FY26** An investigator may be named on only one FY26 ERP Research Partnership Award application as a PI.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Pre-application (Initiating PI only)
- Full application (all PIs)
- Partnering PI abbreviated application package
- Institutional endorsements from all participating organizations
Program contact
- 👤 Ebony S Simmons Grantor
- 📧 help@eBRAP.org
- 📞 301-619-2105
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 12.420 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$2,265,729,366
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$800,631,761
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$74,531,880
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$67,205,571
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$53,718,832
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$34,191,124
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$24,907,742
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$21,394,379
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$19,100,256
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$19,002,641
Top States by Funding
- MD 10 awards $3,150.1M
- NC 11 awards $132.3M
- FL 8 awards $99.8M
- CA 11 awards $99.3M
- MA 7 awards $75.2M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 12.420). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $1,483,968,520 | |
| 2025 | $1,201,153,417 |
FAQ
Do I need a partner investigator to apply?
Yes. You must have at least two PIs working collaboratively on the same study. They cannot be pursuing separate research lines.
Who submits the pre-application?
Only the Initiating Principal Investigator submits the pre-application. All PIs submit full applications afterward.
What happens if my partnering PI's application is rejected?
All applications associated with that project will be withdrawn. Both PIs' awards depend on both applications being recommended for funding.
Can I be a PI on multiple ERP Partnership Award applications in FY26?
No. Each investigator may serve as PI on only one FY26 ERP Research Partnership Award application.
What if my organization and my partner's are different?
Both institutions will receive separate awards if funded. Each PI is named on their own award to their respective organization.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start conversations with your partner investigator early. Highlight how your research approaches are complementary, not redundant.
- Emphasize the synergy. Explain why partnering achieves what neither investigator could accomplish alone.
- Ensure both PIs understand the withdrawal risk. If either application is rejected, the entire project is withdrawn.
- Coordinate your timelines carefully. The initiating PI's pre-application triggers the timeline for all partners.
- Consider logistics across institutions. Plan for how you'll manage separate awards and coordinate reporting.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applying as a single PI or with investigators who aren't genuinely collaborative. Failing to clearly articulate the synergy between partner expertise. Submitting with partners who have conflicting timelines or institutional constraints that impede coordination.
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