Medical Student Summer Research Fellowships
The Medical Student Summer Research Fellowships from the Neurosurgery Research & Education Foundation fund mentored summer research for medical students interested in advancing neurosurgery.
Funder: Neurosurgery Research & Education Foundation
Due Dates: September 1, 2026 (Application opens) | November 1, 2026 (Submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $2,500 per fellowship; supports two months of summer research; paid to the host institution.
Summary: Supports medical students in the US, Canada, or Mexico for mentored summer research in neurosurgery.
Key Information: Mentor must be an AANS member; no indirect costs or duplicate funding allowed.
Description
The Medical Student Summer Research Fellowships, offered by the Neurosurgery Research & Education Foundation (NREF), are designed to support medical students interested in neurosurgery by funding summer research projects that advance the understanding, treatment, and prevention of neurological disorders. The program provides students with mentored research experiences under the guidance of an American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) member, fostering academic growth and encouraging future careers in neurosurgery.
