[ALS Association](https://www.als.org)

February 10, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | April 21, 2026 (Full proposal, by invitation only)

Up to $150,000 total over 2 years (max $75,000/year; no indirect costs)

Supports early-career postdoctoral researchers worldwide to advance innovative ALS research through funding, mentorship, and community engagement.

--- ## Description The Milton Safenowitz Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, funded by the ALS Association, aims to accelerate ALS research by supporting junior postdoctoral researchers who are committed to a career in ALS science. The fellowship provides both financial support and professional development opportunities, including mentorship, networking, and participation in the ALS Association’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Consortium. Fellows are expected to conduct high-impact research, publish findings, and build a foundation for future independent funding in ALS research. The program is open to researchers globally and seeks to foster the next generation of leaders in the ALS field. --- ## Due Dates - **Letter of Intent Deadline:** February 10, 2026, by 1 p.m. US Eastern Time - **Full Proposal Deadline (by invitation only):** April 21, 2026, by 1 p.m. US Eastern Time - **Anticipated Award Decision:** July 2026 - **Earliest Start Date:** August 1, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - **Total Award:** Up to $150,000 over 2 years (maximum $75,000 per year) - **Allowable Costs:** Direct costs only; covers salary/fringe for the postdoc, research expenses, travel (up to $3,000/year), equipment (up to 20% of annual budget), publication costs (up to $4,000/project), and limited cost-of-living increases (up to 3%/year) - **Restrictions:** No indirect costs; funds must be expended within the approved period; unexpended funds must be returned --- ## Eligibility - **Individuals:** - Must have received their Ph.D. (or completed postgraduate clinical training) on or after February 10, 2024 - Must hold a postdoctoral position with mentor support at the time of application - Cannot hold another postdoctoral fellowship during the 2-year award period (other fellowships must be declined to accept this award) - **Institutions:** - Open to public and private non-profit and for-profit organizations worldwide, including universities, hospitals, research institutes, and biotech/pharma companies --- ## Application Process ### Phase 1: Letter of Intent (LOI) - Submit a ~2.5-page LOI via [ProposalCentral](https://proposalcentral.com/) - Content includes project title, PI/mentor info, scientific abstract, background, rationale, goals, and specific aims - Attach PI biosketch and (if relevant) resubmission statement - LOIs are reviewed for fit, impact, investigator/team, and environment ### Phase 2: Full Proposal (by invitation only) - Invited applicants submit a full proposal (6 pages research plan, detailed budget, biosketches, mentor letter, etc.) - Proposals undergo external peer review; final funding decisions made by the ALS Association Board of Trustees ### Submission Platform - All materials must be submitted through [ProposalCentral](https://proposalcentral.com/GrantOpportunities.asp) (search for "ALS Association" as Grant Maker) - Follow [ProposalCentral’s application instructions](https://docs.proposalcentral.com/CreateApp.pdf) --- ## Additional Information - **Research Scope:** Priority given to projects on ALS target/pathway biology, biomarker development, risk reduction, omics analysis, and assistive technology; drug development and clinical trials are not supported - **Professional Development:** Fellows join the ALS Association’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Consortium, participate in quarterly meetings, and present research - **Reporting:** Semi-annual progress and annual expenditure reports required - **Compliance:** All research must comply with relevant ethical, regulatory, and data protection requirements --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Milton Safenowitz Postdoctoral Fellowship](https://www.als.org/research/research-we-fund/fellowships/milton-safenowitz-postdoc-fellowship-program) - [2026 Application Instructions and RFA](http://www.als.org/Safenowitz2026) - [ALS Association Research Funding Opportunities](https://www.als.org/research/researchers/research-funding-opportunities) - [ProposalCentral (Application Portal)](https://proposalcentral.com/GrantOpportunities.asp) - [ALS Association Grants Policy Statement](https://www.als.org/Grants-Policy-Statement) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |----------------------------|------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [ResearchGrants@als.org](mailto:ResearchGrants@als.org) | | Funder Website | [https://www.als.org/contact-us](https://www.als.org/contact-us) | | Phone | +1 800-782-4747 |

Milton Safenowitz Postdoctoral Fellowship Program

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