Resident Research Scholarship
This grant provides neurology residents in the US or Canada with funding and mentorship to conduct clinical research and prepare for early-career investigator programs.
Funder: American Academy of Neurology
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026
Funding Amounts: $5,000 per award; typically 5 awards per cycle; 1-year project duration
Summary: Supports neurology residents in the US or Canada to conduct mentored clinical research, preparing them for early-career investigator programs.
Key Information: Applicants must be AAN members in good standing and neurology residents at a US or Canadian institution.
Description
This scholarship is designed for neurology residents interested in pursuing a career as clinician scientists. It provides a $5,000 stipend to support a mentored research project conducted at a US or Canadian hospital or clinic. The program aims to serve as a springboard into the American Academy of Neurology’s Research Program or similar early-career investigator initiatives. Emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion, the scholarship supports residents in developing research skills and encourages presentation of findings at the AAN Annual Meeting. The application process is competitive, and awardees are expected to acknowledge AAN support in resulting publications.
