Career Development Award
AAN's three-year grant funds junior neurologists to develop innovative clinical, basic, or translational research projects with strong mentorship and training support.
Funder: American Academy of Neurology
Due Dates: September 10, 2026: Full application deadline (deadline for all elements, including mentor and chair)
Funding Amounts: $150,000 per year for 3 years (total $450,000); direct costs only; no indirect costs
Summary: Three-year award supporting junior investigators in neurology to advance innovative research and academic careers.
Key Information: Applicants must be neurologists and AAN members; prior K or R award recipients are ineligible.
Description
This three-year program from the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) supports junior investigators pursuing academic careers in neurology. The award provides substantial funding to enable clinician-scientists to develop original research projects in clinical, basic, or translational neurology, emphasizing strong mentorship, structured training, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Projects must be innovative, feasible, and well-supported by a robust institutional environment. The initiative aims to foster the next generation of leaders in neurological research.
