2026

May 15, 2026 — Batten Disease Global Research Initiative Announces 2026 Research Grant Recipients

The Batten Disease Global Research Initiative (BDGRI) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 Research Grant Round, with a total of USD $150,000 awarded to three innovative Batten disease research projects.

Following a rigorous international review process, the selected projects were chosen for their scientific merit, translational potential, and alignment with the top Research Priorities for Batten Disease, identified within the BDGRI Research Strategy.

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2025

March 18, 2025 — Batten Disease Global Research Initiative Announces Inaugural Grant Recipients

The Batten Disease Global Research Initiative (BDGRI) is proud to announce the recipients of its inaugural Research Grant round, awarding a total of USD $320,000 to six groundbreaking projects worldwide.

Following a robust selection process by a Grant Review Panel of eight international Batten disease experts, the nominated projects each address one or more of the “Top 10 Research Priorities for Batten Disease” as identified in the BDGRI Research Strategy.

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