AACAP Jeanne Spurlock, MD, Research Fellowship in Substance Use Disorders
This fellowship offers mentored research training for medical students on substance use disorders in child and adolescent psychiatry, culminating in a presentation at the AACAP Annual Meeting.
Funder: American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application) | July 2027 (Call for Papers submission)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 for 12 weeks; includes travel, registration, and lodging for the AACAP Annual Meeting.
Summary: Provides medical students with mentored research training in substance use disorders related to child and adolescent psychiatry, culminating in presentation at the AACAP Annual Meeting.
Key Information: Applicants must be U.S. medical students and U.S. citizens or permanent residents; program requires 12 weeks of summer research and AACAP membership (free for medical students).
Description
This fellowship supports medical students interested in research on substance use disorders as they relate to child and adolescent psychiatry. The program emphasizes hands-on research under the guidance of a mentor, provides exposure to contemporary addiction research, and fosters professional development. Fellows are required to present their research at the AACAP Annual Meeting and participate in related educational and networking activities. The program encourages projects that address vulnerable populations and promotes ethical research practices.
