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Parkinson's Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship — Basic Scientists

Supports early Parkinson's disease scientists building translational impact by funding postdoctoral research roles.

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The Parkinson's Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship for Basic Scientists is a two-year research award providing USD 140,000 in total support to early-career PhD researchers pursuing basic science on Parkinson's disease. The Parkinson's Foundation is a US 501(c)(3) formed in 2016 through the merger of the National Parkinson Foundation and the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, and has funded more than

Two-year postdoctoral salary support of $140,000 for PhD researchers within five years of degree completion conducting basic science research on Parkinson's disease at institutions worldwide.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.24 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.parkinson.org