Award for Early-Career Investigators in Clinical Studies Related to Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias
Supports early-career researchers conducting innovative, mentored clinical research to improve diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Funder: American Academy of Neurology
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (application deadline; includes all applicant, mentor, and chair documents)
Funding Amounts: $65,000/year for 2 years plus $10,000/year education/research stipend; total $150,000 over 2 years.
Summary: Supports early-career investigators conducting innovative clinical studies on Alzheimer’s and related dementias, emphasizing mentorship and impactful research.
Key Information: Requires 70% protected research time; open to both US and international institutions.
Description
This award is designed to encourage and support early-career investigators engaged in clinical research related to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The program focuses on fostering original, patient-oriented, or translational research that has the potential to improve treatments, diagnostics, or preventive tools for neurological diseases. Key features include a strong emphasis on mentorship, a well-developed research hypothesis, a detailed statistical plan, and a comprehensive training and career development plan. The award aims to advance the field of neurology by supporting projects that are significant, innovative, and likely to have meaningful impact.
