If you are an early-career neuroscientist looking to broaden your horizons, applications are now open for the IBRO Exchange Fellowships 2025. This fellowship program is designed to support neuroscience students and early career postdoctoral fellows in conducting goal-directed laboratory visits to enhance their training and research skills. Everything you need to know about this exciting opportunity is outlined in this article.
IBRO Exchange Fellowships Summary
Location: Various international locations
Host Institutions: Various research and academic institutions
Academic Level: Neuroscience PhD students and early career PostDoc fellows
Fellowship Type: Travel and local expenses coverage
Duration: Minimum 2 weeks to 6 months, depending on the region and scheme
Application Deadline: April 15, 2025
IBRO Exchange Fellowships Overview
The International Brain Research Organization (IBRO) stands for the global advancement of neuroscience education and research. Through the IBRO Exchange Fellowships, early-career neuroscientists from Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the US/Canada are given opportunities to expand their research capabilities by engaging in international laboratory visits.
This grant program is designated for covering travel and local expenses throughout the exchange period. Priority will be given to applicants from less developed and under-funded countries, in combination with efforts to ensure both gender and regional diversity.
Grant Values and Conditions
1. Africa
Maximum Grant Amount: 6,000 USD
The grant can be used for international exchanges either within or outside the Africa region.
2. Asia-Pacific
Short Exchange + Scientific Meeting: Maximum Grant Amount: 2,500 USD
Classic Exchange: Maximum Grant Amount: 8,000 USD
Applicants can choose between a short exchange combined with a scientific meeting or a classic exchange.
3. Latin America
Maximum Grant Amount: 8,500 USD
The grant can be used for international exchanges either within or outside the Latin American region.
4. US/Canada
Maximum Grant Amount: 8,000 USD
The grant can be used for international exchanges either within or outside the US/Canada region.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the IBRO Exchange Fellowships, applicants must:
Be PhD neuroscience students or early career postdoctoral fellows (maximum 5 years from the start of the postdoc)
Currently reside in the following regions: Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, US/Canada
Propose an international exchange outside their home country
Submit the required grant report within 3 months after the exchange
Eligible Countries Conditions
• Africa: Applicants must be affiliated with a research and/or academic institution within the Africa region. They can apply for exchanges within or outside Africa.
• Asia-Pacific: Applicants can choose between a short exchange combined with a scientific meeting or a classic exchange.
• Latin America: Applicants can apply for exchanges within or outside the Latin American region.
• US/Canada: Applicants can apply for exchanges within or outside the US/Canada region.
Application Procedure
The application process for the IBRO Exchange Fellowships involves several steps:
Online Application: Complete the application form, including personal details, academic background, and current research focus.
Grants Received: Provide a list of previous grants received, including IBRO grants.
Research Proposal: Submit a detailed description of the research project for which support is requested.
Exchange Fellowship Details: Include information regarding the proposed exchange stay.
Motivation and Impact Statement: Explain the motivation for applying and the expected impact of the fellowship on the research project and home laboratory.
Budget Request: Provide a detailed budget breakdown.
Host Acceptance: Attach an official acceptance letter from the host supervisor.
References: Submit two letters of reference, including one from the head of the department.
Curriculum Vitae (CV): Attach a copy of the applicant’s CV.
Evaluation Mechanism
The evaluation criteria include the scientific credentials of the applicant, the quality of the research proposal, the commitment of the host lab, the letters of reference, and the potential benefit to the applicant and their home laboratory.
🗓️ Application Deadline: April 15, 2025
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