[American Academy of Neurology](https://www.aan.com)

September 2026

$5,000 per award; typically 5 awards per cycle; 1-year project duration

Supports neurology residents in the US or Canada to conduct mentored clinical research, preparing them for early-career investigator programs.

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. --- ## Due Dates - September 2026 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 per award - Typically 5 awards given each year - Funding supports direct research expenses for a 1-year clinical research project --- ## Eligibility - Applicant must be a current neurology resident in good standing at a US or Canadian residency program. - Applicant must be a member of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN). - The proposed project must not have been completed prior to application. - Research must be conducted in a clinical setting with ongoing research, service, or training, or in a private practice. - Additional sources of funding are allowed, but must be disclosed. - The resident’s role in the project must be clearly defined. - Mentor must confirm compliance with local IRB requirements for human subjects research. --- ## Application Process - Prepare a project proposal (max 2 pages, including bibliography) outlining aims, significance, experimental design, and mentorship arrangements. - Submit a half-page budget and justification (the award is $5,000 regardless of formal budget size). - Include a curriculum vitae for both the resident and the mentoring physician. - Obtain a letter of recommendation from the supervising/mentoring physician. - Applications must be submitted through the AAN’s online portal. - If awarded, recipients must submit a Statement of Intent and required tax forms. - Within 3 months of project completion, submit a one-page abstract and evaluation forms. - Awardees are expected to present results at a future AAN Annual Meeting and acknowledge AAN support in any resulting publications. --- ## Additional Information - The AAN is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its research programs. - Applications where the resident’s role is not clearly defined will not be considered. - The project must be relevant to neurology and conducted in an appropriate clinical environment. --- ## External Links - [Scholarship Program Page](https://www.aan.com/research/resident-research-scholarship) - [AAN Research Program](https://www.aan.com/research/aan-research-program) - [AAN Awards & Scholarships Search](https://www.aan.com/search/awards) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |---------------------|---------------------------------------|-------------------------------|-----------------| | Amy Linner | Senior Science & Academic Coordinator | [alinner@aan.com](mailto:alinner@aan.com) | (800) 879-1960 | | Michelle Maxwell | Science & Research Coordinator | [mmaxwell@aan.com](mailto:mmaxwell@aan.com) | (800) 879-1960 | | General Inquiries | — | [memberservices@aan.com](mailto:memberservices@aan.com) | (800) 879-1960 |

Resident Research Scholarship

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