BRACE is a research charity dedicated solely to funding research into different forms of dementia. 

We support medical and scientific research in three main areas:  

• Understanding the brain to identify underlying causes of different dementias.
• Developing accurate and effective means of diagnosing dementias, as early as possible. 
• Finding new methods of prevention and treatment for different dementias, and ultimately a cure. 

We are a regional charity supporting research in the South West of England and South Wales. Our supported institutions: 

The University of Bath, University of Bristol, Cardiff University, Cardiff Metropolitan University, University of Exeter, University of Plymouth, Swansea University and University of the West of England (UWE).

The 2026 funding round is now open and will close on Monday 31st August.

If you are interested in applying for a grant, please go to the following pages: