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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.

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.23 Feb 2027
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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