GBHI Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health 2025-2026
- Omran Aburayya
- May 31
- 2 min read
The Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health at the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI) is a prestigious, fully funded 12-month residential fellowship designed to cultivate a global network of leaders committed to advancing brain health and reducing the impact of dementia. Hosted at Trinity College Dublin (Ireland) and the University of California, San Francisco (USA), the program offers interdisciplinary training, mentorship, and support to professionals from diverse backgrounds.
🌍 Overview
Program Duration: 12 months (full-time, residential)
Locations: Trinity College Dublin (Ireland) or University of California, San Francisco (USA)
Eligibility: Professionals from various disciplines, including arts, sciences, medicine, policy, and community practice, with a commitment to brain health and leadership potential
Application Period:
Opens: May 30, 2025
Closes: September 19, 2025
Interview Notifications: November 2025
Decisions Announced: December 2025
🎓 Fellowship Summary
Interdisciplinary Curriculum: Courses covering neurology, health economics, epidemiology, law and ethics, leadership, health policy, creativity, and research methods
Mentorship: One-on-one guidance from GBHI faculty and local mentors to support project development and career growth
Clinical Exposure: Opportunities to observe and participate in clinical cases, gaining practical insights into dementia care
Pilot Project Funding: Access to competitive grants of up to $25,000 to initiate impactful projects in fellows' home communities
Global Network: Integration into a community of over 260 fellows from more than 60 countries, fostering lifelong collaborations
Certificate Awarded: Upon completion, fellows receive a Certificate in Equity in Brain Health from UCSF or Trinity College Dublin
🎁 Benefits
Comprehensive Training: Engage in a curriculum that combines scientific knowledge with creative and policy perspectives to address brain health challenges
Leadership Development: Participate in programs designed to enhance leadership skills and prepare fellows to become transformative figures in brain health
Career Advancement: Benefit from ongoing mentorship and support to achieve long-term career goals in brain health and dementia prevention
Community Engagement: Implement pilot projects that address specific needs in fellows' local communities, promoting equity in brain health
Lifelong Fellowship: Join an enduring network of professionals dedicated to collaborative efforts in improving brain health globally.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Professionals from diverse disciplines, including arts, sciences, economics, policy, medicine, journalism, and community-based practice.
Demonstrated leadership potential and a commitment to brain health and dementia care.
Proficiency in English.
Availability to commit to a full-time, 12-month residential program in San Francisco or Dublin.
Ability to travel internationally as required.
Support from regional mentors to ensure meaningful impact in home communities.
📝 Application Requirements
Online Application: Complete the application form available on the GBHI website
Resume/CV: Provide a detailed account of educational and professional experience
Statements of Purpose: Submit essays outlining interest in the program and future goals
Letters of Support: Two letters demonstrating regional commitment and support for the applicant's leadership potential and post-fellowship initiatives
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