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2023 AAC

NAF is Accepting Applications for the Diverse Scientists Grant

NAF is now accepting applications for the Diverse Scientists in Ataxia Pre-Doctoral Research Fellowship. Applications must be submitted via proposalCentral by March 28, 2022.
 
This award provides partial support for study and research and may be used to support pre-doctoral students who are pursuing dissertation research with an Ataxia-relevant theme. This is a two-year $50,000 grant that is intended for underrepresented minorities (URM), defined as individuals who self-identify as belonging to one or more of the following racial or ethnic groups: Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, and American Indian or Alaskan Native.
 
For more information or to view other grant opportunities, visit www.ataxia.org/researcher-resources.
 
If you have questions, contact Beth Bowerman, NAF Research Services Coordinator, at beth@ataxia.org.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Identify as an Underrepresented Minority (URM). 
  • Be enrolled in a post-baccalaureate PhD, MD, PhD/MD or doctorate in nursing or equivalent clinical health science doctoral degree program, who seeks training prior to embarking upon a research career.
  • Be a full-time student working towards their degree.
  • Be a US citizen or permanent resident of the US.
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