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The American Brain Tumor Association Basic Research Fellowship Program 2026 is now accepting applications. Candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Opportunity Details
The American Brain Tumor Association Basic Research Fellowship Program is a funding initiative by the American Brain Tumor Association designed to support early-career scientists—specifically postdoctoral fellows—who are pursuing research in brain tumors.
Fellowship Benefits
Funding Support: Up to $100,000 over two years for direct research costs including:
Salary
Equipment
Supplies
Travel (including participation in the ABTA National Conference)
Career Development:
Encourages early-career scientists to enter or remain in brain tumor research.
Promotes professional growth through mentorship and project leadership.
Helps build a pipeline of future leaders in the field.
Scientific Advancement:
Supports innovative basic and translational research.
Enables exploration of new drugs, imaging techniques, and diagnostic methods.
Contributes to improving quality of life for brain tumor patients and caregivers.
Prestige and Visibility:
Backed by a rigorous multi-level review process.
Affiliation with a respected organization in brain tumor research.
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree (MD, PhD, DrPH, DO, or equivalent).
Must be within five years post-degree or residency.
Cannot hold a faculty appointment.
Must work at the mentor’s institution and dedicate at least 75% effort to the project.
Begins with a Letter of Intent (LOI) to identify high-potential projects.
LOI must include biosketches, mentor letters, and a concise project narrative.
Evaluation based on significance, merit, feasibility, qualifications, and career development potential.
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