[Parkinson's Foundation](https://www.parkinson.org)

December 2026 (Full application deadline)

$50,000 for a one-year mentored research project; direct costs only.

Supports new investigators in patient-oriented research on Parkinson’s disease or related disorders, fostering their development toward independent research careers.

Applicants must apply via the Parkinson Study Group, not the Foundation’s online portal.

--- ## Description This award supports early-career clinicians or scientists undertaking a one-year, mentored, patient-oriented research project focused on Parkinson’s disease or related parkinsonian disorders. The goal is to foster the next generation of independent clinical researchers by providing hands-on research experience under the guidance of an established mentor. The program is designed to address unmet needs in Parkinson’s research and care, with the expectation that projects will have broad relevance to the PD community and advance clinical understanding or treatment. --- ## Due Dates - December 2026 (anticipated; full application deadline for the Mentored Clinical Research Award) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $50,000 for one year. - Funds may be used for direct costs only; indirect costs are not permitted. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be clinicians or scientists within five years of completing formal training (including current fellows). - Applicants must name a mentor with extensive research experience. - Either the applicant or their mentor must be a member of the Parkinson Study Group (PSG). - Co-mentors are permitted. - "Time out" periods for unusual training delays are allowed if explained in the cover letter. - Open to both U.S. and international applicants. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted directly to the Parkinson Study Group (not via the Parkinson’s Foundation online grant portal). - Submit an electronic copy of your proposal (Microsoft Word or PDF) via email. - Required materials: - Cover letter including applicant’s name and proposal title, and explanation of any training gaps if applicable. - Research proposal (patient-oriented, one-year project). - Mentor details (and co-mentors if applicable). - Email submission to: [Roseanna.Battista@chet.rochester.edu](mailto:Roseanna.Battista@chet.rochester.edu) - For more information and any updates, applicants should consult the [Parkinson Study Group Award Announcements page](https://parkinson-study-group.org/award-announcements/). --- ## Additional Information - The award only supports direct research costs. - Either the applicant or the mentor must be a PSG member; membership information is available on the PSG website. - This is a collaborative fellowship between the Parkinson’s Foundation and the Parkinson Study Group. - Applicants cannot use the Parkinson’s Foundation’s online grant management system for this program. --- ## External Links - [Program Details & Application Instructions](https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/professionals/clinical-training-awards#grant-1) - [Parkinson Study Group Award Announcements](https://parkinson-study-group.org/award-announcements/) - [Parkinson's Foundation Fellowships & Early Career Awards](https://www.parkinson.org/advancing-research/for-researchers/fellowships-early-career-awards) - [FAQs for Applicants](https://www.parkinson.org/advancing-research/for-researchers/faq) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |----------------------------|----------------------------------------------------| | PSG Award Submission | [Roseanna.Battista@chet.rochester.edu](mailto:Roseanna.Battista@chet.rochester.edu) | | Parkinson’s Foundation Grants | [grants@parkinson.org](mailto:grants@parkinson.org) | | General Inquiries | [Contact Form](https://www.parkinson.org/about-us/contact) | | Phone | 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636) |

Mentored Clinical Research Award

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