The American Brain Tumor Association Medical Student Summer Research Fellowships provide short‑term stipend support for medical students conducting brain tumor research under experienced mentors. The fellowships aim to attract trainees into neuro‑oncology early in their careers. Projects may be basic, translational, or clinical, but must focus on primary brain tumors.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Enrolled medical students (typically first–third year) at accredited medical schools.
- Must have a defined neuro‑oncology research project focused on primary brain tumors.
- Must identify an ABTA‑eligible mentor at a suitable host laboratory or clinical research group.
- Institutional approval and necessary regulatory clearances must be in place.
Funding Details:
- Fixed‑amount stipend for a single summer research experience (amount specified in the current call).
- Supports 8–12 weeks of full‑time research in brain tumor laboratories or clinical research settings.
- Funds are paid to the student’s institution or directly to the student per ABTA policy.
Deadline:
- Application deadline (current cycle): January 14, 2026.
- Fellowship term: Summer 2026 (exact dates arranged with mentor and institution).
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