Clinical Research Training Scholarship
This AAN grant funds early career researchers for innovative patient-oriented clinical or translational neurology research, emphasizing mentorship, training, and diversity.
Funder: American Academy of Neurology
Due Dates: September 10, 2026: Full application deadline (all documents, including mentor and chair submissions)
Funding Amounts: $150,000 total over two years ($65,000/year salary + $10,000/year research/education stipend)
Summary: Supports early career investigators in clinical neurology research with an emphasis on innovation, mentorship, and research training.
Key Information: Applicants must be within 5 years of completing residency or PhD by July 1, 2027, and be AAN members.
Description
This scholarship is designed to encourage and support early career investigators conducting high-quality clinical or translational research relevant to neurology. The award supports patient-oriented research, including epidemiologic, behavioral, clinical trials, disease mechanism studies, technology development, and health services/outcomes research. The program prioritizes innovative research, a strong mentorship environment, a well-developed training plan, and a robust, original research hypothesis. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of the program.
