In order to catalyze the BWH research community’s ability to better and more quickly respond to a constantly evolving scientific landscape and to help them keep pace with rapid developments in technology, the Brigham Research Institute (BRI) has made funds (up to $220,000) available in 2018 for the following types of requests.

Track A (“Affinity groups”): Requests for funding and BRI staffing support (limited) to convene a group of researchers with common exploratory interests. Requests should reflect goals with a broader perspective than just the research interests of the individuals in the concerned group