Clinical Fellowship Grants
The Clinical Fellowship Grants from the Neurosurgery Research & Education Foundation fund advanced post-residency neurosurgery training and research at nonprofit North American centers.
Funder: Neurosurgery Research & Education Foundation
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 | November 8, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 per fellowship for one year; covers salary, benefits, and some direct costs.
Summary: Supports post-residency clinical neuroscience fellowships at nonprofit neurosurgery programs in North America to advance subspecialty training.
Key Information: Application must be submitted by the institution; fellow must be named in the application.
Description
This opportunity provides funding for post-residency clinical fellowships in neurosurgery, supporting advanced training in all neurosurgical subspecialties (including spine, cranial, cerebrovascular, and functional neurosurgery) at nonprofit academic institutions or group practices in North America. The program aims to foster the development of neurosurgical expertise and improve patient care by supporting accredited institutions in offering high-quality, structured fellowship training. Applications are reviewed by subspecialty experts and the NREF Fellowship Committee, with awards contingent on available funding and institutional eligibility.
