CFAs: IBRO Neuroscience Training Grants

Deadline Date: November 15, 2024

Donor Name: International Brain Research Organization

Grant Size: $1000 to $10,000

The International Brain Research Organization is requesting applications for its Neuroscience Training Grants program to provide equitable access to high-quality neuroscience education and practical training opportunities by supporting PhD students and early-career postdoctoral fellows with funds to attend neuroscience training courses.

Specialized teaching and hands-on training experiences are crucial for the career development of neuroscience researchers. The Neuroscience Training Grants are designed to support these essential opportunities, covering costs such as course fees, travel and accommodation. By eliminating financial barriers, IBRO aims to ensure that early-career neuroscientists, particularly those from under-resourced regions, can access high quality training. This initiative is part of IBRO’s broader commitment to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in neuroscience research and education.

Funding Information

• The maximum grant amount an applicant can request varies based on their region of residence and is determined by the corresponding IBRO Regional Committee. Please note the specific amounts below:
  • Africa: 6,000 USD
  • Asia-Pacific: 3,000 USD
  • Latin America: 6,000 USD
  • Pan-Europe: 4,500 USD
  • US/Canada: 4,000 USD

Eligible Expenses

• Course fees
• Travel
• Local expenses

Eligibility Criteria

• Applications are open to PhD students or early-career postdoctoral fellows who are within 5 years of starting their first postdoc fellowship. 
• These grants are intended for those planning to attend a neuroscience training course taking place between 1 January and 31 July 2025. 
• Priority will be given to applicants from underrepresented or under-resourced backgrounds, with a strong emphasis on promoting gender and regional diversity.
• Applications from students wishing to attend an IBRO-Supported School will not be taken into consideration for this program. 

Application Requirements

• To ensure a comprehensive and fair evaluation of applications, applicants are requested to provide the following information:
  • Applicant Details: A brief description of the applicant’s academic background and current research focus.
  • Course Description: Detailed information about the training course, including its relevance to the applicant’s research and career development.
  • Impact Statement: A comprehensive explanation of how the participation in the specified course will benefit the applicant’s research and/or career trajectory.
  • References: A minimum of one letter of reference supporting the applicant’s suitability for the grant and the chosen training course. One reference must be from the applicant’s current supervisor.
  • Budget Request: A detailed budget breakdown, including course fees, travel costs and local expenses associated with attending the training course.

For more information, visit IBRO.