Chen Science Writer Fellowship (for TPDA Recipients)
Forecasted
The Chen Science Writer Fellowship from the Society for Neuroscience supports TPDA recipients in developing science communication skills and publishing neuroscience meeting reports.
Funder: Society for Neuroscience
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027: TPDA submissions open (projected) | June 2027: TPDA submissions close / application deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Awardees receive mentoring, professional development, and publication opportunities; no direct monetary stipend is specified.
Summary: Supports selected TPDA recipients in science communication, offering mentoring and publication of meeting reports to amplify neuroscience research discussions.
Key Information: Only TPDA recipients who indicate interest are eligible; no separate application for the fellowship.
Description
The fellowship, offered by the Society for Neuroscience in partnership with the Tianqiao and Chrissy Chen Institute, is designed to foster the next generation of science communicators in neuroscience. It is available exclusively to recipients of the Trainee Professional Development Award (TPDA) who demonstrate a passion for science communication. Fellows are expected to summarize and highlight key discussions and research presented at major neuroscience meetings (such as Neuroscience 2026), with their meeting reports published by the Chen Institute. In addition to recognition, fellows receive mentoring in writing, networking, and publishing.
