[American Academy of Neurology](https://www.aan.com)

September 2026 (application deadline; all materials due)

$65,000/year for 2 years plus $10,000/year for research/education costs; total $150,000 over 2 years (no indirect costs)

Supports early career investigators conducting innovative ALS clinical research, emphasizing mentorship and career development in neurology.

Dates are projected; confirm all deadlines on the program website.

--- ## Description This award aims to encourage and support early career investigators pursuing clinical research in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The program is designed to foster the development of clinician-scientists through strong mentorship, structured training plans, and original, hypothesis-driven research. Projects should advance understanding or treatment of ALS, with a focus on robust statistical planning and a supportive training environment to help recipients establish independent research careers in neurology. --- ## Due Dates - September 2026 (anticipated): Application deadline (all materials, including mentor and chair confirmations, must be submitted) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $65,000 per year for two years (salary and research costs) - Additional $10,000 per year for education and research-related expenses - Total award: $150,000 over two years - No indirect costs allowed; funds may be used for direct costs only (salary, supplies, travel, tuition, equipment, etc.) Supplementation from other grants is allowed, but other sources cannot exceed $75,000 annually. --- ## Eligibility - **Degree:** MD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral-level clinical degree. - **Career Stage:** Completed clinical residency or PhD no more than 5 years prior to the award start date (July 1, 2026). - If both residency and PhD were completed, eligibility is based on the date of residency completion. - Fellowship after residency does not affect the eligibility window. - **Institution:** Accredited US and international institutions are eligible. - **Citizenship:** No citizenship or visa restrictions; J-1 visa holders are eligible. - **Protected Time:** At least 70% of professional time must be protected for research; clinical duties limited to 30%. - **Concurrent Funding:** May not hold equivalent external awards (>$75,000/year); institutional salary support does not count toward this cap. - **Other:** Applicants must submit only one application per cycle and will be considered for all relevant clinical research training scholarship awards. --- ## Application Process - **Required Attachments:** - Three-page research plan (PDF) with aims, background, methods, and any preliminary data (references do not count toward page limit). - NIH-format biosketch (PDF). - **Mentor and Chair Requirements:** - Mentor: Letter of support (≤1,000 words) detailing their role, commitment, and prior mentoring experience; must also submit their NIH biosketch. - Chair: Confirmation (via email link) that applicant’s clinical service is ≤30% of time and listing non-research duties (no letter required). - **Submission:** All materials must be uploaded in PDF format; follow NIH guidelines for formatting. - **Selection:** Applications are reviewed for research quality, originality, training environment, mentorship strength, and applicant potential. - **Resubmission:** If not selected, applicants may reapply in subsequent years. --- ## Additional Information - Research may include patient-oriented clinical studies, translational research, epidemiologic/behavioral studies, clinical trials, health services, and outcomes research. - Studies not directly involving humans are eligible if focused on therapy, diagnostics, or tool development for neurological diseases. - Mentors do not need to be neurologists or at the same institution, but strong mentor-mentee relationships must be demonstrated. - Funding begins July 1 following notification, or within 30 days of contract execution. - The award cannot be used to fund a PhD program. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Clinical Research Training Scholarship in ALS](https://www.aan.com/research/clinical-research-training-scholarship-als) - [AAN Research Program Home](https://www.aan.com/research/aan-research-program) - [2026 Program FAQs (PDF)](https://www.aan.com/siteassets/home-page/education-and-research/research/aan-research-program/2026-research-faq.pdf) - [NIH Biosketch Template & Instructions](https://grants.nih.gov/grants/forms/biosketch.htm) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |------------------------------------|---------------------------------------|-----------------| | Research Grants Administrator | [research@aan.com](mailto:research@aan.com) | (612) 928-6378 | | AAN Member Services (general) | [memberservices@aan.com](mailto:memberservices@aan.com) | (800) 879-1960 | For program-specific questions, contact Ashley Nielsen, Research Grants Administrator. ---

ALS Clinical Research Training Scholarship

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