Stephan Perren AO Trauma Research Traveling Fellowship
The Stephan Perren AO Trauma Research Traveling Fellowship by AO Foundation supports early-career clinicians in advanced trauma and musculoskeletal research across top European centers.
Funder: AO Foundation
Due Dates: October 12, 2026
Funding Amounts: CHF 4,000–5,000 stipend for four weeks; supports travel and lodging; five fellows selected annually
Summary: Four-week traveling fellowship for early-career clinicians to advance trauma research and collaborate at top European centers.
Key Information: Open to AO Trauma members under 45 from Europe, Southern Africa, Middle East, and Northern Africa.
Description
The Stephan Perren AO Trauma Research Traveling Fellowship is a prestigious, four-week program designed for early-career clinicians with a strong interest in trauma care and musculoskeletal research. Each year, five fellows are selected to participate in a hands-on, immersive experience that begins with two weeks at the AO Research Institute Davos (ARI) in Switzerland and continues with two weeks at leading research centers across Europe and the UK. The fellowship enables participants to refine their research proposals, receive mentorship from internationally recognized experts, and gain advanced research skills in trauma, biomechanics, and musculoskeletal regeneration. Fellows also join a global network of trauma researchers, fostering future collaborations and career development.
