Mridha Spirit of Neurology Award
This award honors neurologists or neuroscientists for outstanding humanitarian service and leadership in providing neurological care to underserved or marginalized populations worldwide.
Funder: American Academy of Neurology
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 honorarium and certificate of recognition (one-time award)
Summary: Recognizes a neurologist or neuroscientist for exceptional humanitarian service to underserved or impoverished communities worldwide.
Key Information: Nominee and nominator must both be AAN members.
Description
The Mridha Spirit of Neurology Award is a humanitarian honor recognizing a neurologist or neuroscientist who has demonstrated outstanding altruism, compassion, integrity, and leadership in providing quality neurological health care to destitute, distressed, or marginalized populations globally. Sponsored by the American Brain Foundation and endowed by the Dr. Debasish and Chinu Mridha Endowment Fund, this non-scientific award celebrates significant humanitarian contributions in neurology.
