National Ataxia Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship
The National Ataxia Foundation Pre-doctoral Fellowship funds graduate students to conduct original research on any form of ataxia across basic, translational, or clinical science domains.
Funder: National Ataxia Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Letter of Intent) | December 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: $25,000 for 1 year; non-renewable; supports direct research costs or stipend.
Summary: Supports pre-doctoral students conducting research relevant to any form of ataxia in basic, translational, or clinical domains.
Description
This competitive, merit-based fellowship is designed to encourage pre-doctoral students to pursue research and a career in the field of ataxia. The award provides partial support for one year ($25,000) and welcomes applications addressing any type of ataxia, including basic, translational, or clinical research. The fellowship aims to nurture promising graduate students and provide early exposure to impactful research in ataxia, cultivating future leaders in the field.
