EAN Research Training or Experience Fellowship 2026
- Omran Aburayya
- Jun 9
- 2 min read
If you are a European neurologist looking to enhance your research skills abroad, the EAN Research Training or Experience Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications! This competitive programme supports neurologists who want to develop in basic, clinical, or applied neuroscience by gaining valuable training outside their country of residence. Applications close on 31 August 2025.
📌EAN Fellowship Summary
Location: Any European academic neurology department outside your country of residence
Host Institution: Select European neurology department
Study Level: Fellowship (non-degree), potentially leading to a higher degree
Target Group: RRFS or Full EAN members; European neurologists in clinical/research roles
Fields of Study: Basic, clinical, or applied neuroscience
Funding: €2,000/month stipend + up to €500 travel costs
Duration:
Research Training Fellowship: 6–12 months
Research Experience Fellowship: 3–6 months
Application Deadline: 31 August 2025
Start Date: Valid retroactively from 1 September 2025 (if applicable)
Eligible To: European neurologists with RRFS or EAN Full membership, meeting experience criteria
🔍 Fellowship Overview
Research Training Fellowship (6–12 months):
A full training track leading to academic outcomes such as degree completion, grant writing, or peer-reviewed publications—ideal for those seeking in-depth research development
Research Experience Fellowship (3–6 months):Geared toward early-career clinicians or researchers aiming to acquire advanced methodology or techniques not available in their home institution
🎁 Benefits
Monthly stipend: €2,000
Travel allowance: up to €500 (return ticket)
Mentorship from host department
Experience and training that add measurable benefit to the home institution
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Active EAN Resident & Research Fellows Section (RRFS) or Full membership
Research Training: RRFS member with ≥ 2 years neurology residency or Full member within 5 years of graduation
Research Experience: Individuals with clinical or research experience needing specific training
Project hosted at a European neurological department outside your current country
Strong English proficiency (or host country language)
📝 Application Procedure
Applications open 1 June 2025 and close 31 August 2025.
Submit a single PDF via email by the deadline, including all required documents:
Standardized EAN CV (with publication list)
Proof of neurology training status
Detailed research project description (background, aims, methods, timeline, references)
Department chair recommendation from home institution
Host institution acceptance form, mentor CV and bibliography
Letter of recommendation from another neurologist
Submit early to allow time for membership approval (up to 10 business days)
⚡ Notifications & Funding Start
Notifications expected by end of November 2025
Fellowships may begin retroactively from 1 September 2025 if the fellowship term started then
📌 Application Tips
Identify and connect with a renowned host department early
Co-develop your project and timeline with mentors
Craft strong letters of support
Emphasize benefits to both your career and your home institution
Log in to your EAN account to access the forms once available
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