Clinical Research Training Scholarship in Parkinson’s Disease
Supports early-career researchers conducting innovative clinical or translational research to advance diagnosis, treatment, or understanding of Parkinson’s disease.
Funder: American Academy of Neurology
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (application deadline, projected; all documents due)
Funding Amounts: $65,000/year for 2 years plus $10,000/year stipend; total $150,000 over 2 years (direct costs only)
Summary: Supports early-career researchers conducting innovative clinical or translational studies in Parkinson’s disease.
Key Information: 70% protected research time required; other external grants cannot exceed $75,000/year.
Description
This award supports early-career investigators committed to academic neurological research, specifically focused on Parkinson’s disease. It is designed to foster rigorous, innovative, patient-oriented, or translational research projects that advance diagnosis, treatment, or understanding of Parkinson’s disease. The program places strong emphasis on well-defined hypotheses, robust statistical plans, strong mentorship, and a feasible, original research approach that will help advance both the applicant’s career and the field. The award is funded by the Parkinson's Foundation and the American Brain Foundation, in collaboration with the American Academy of Neurology.
