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2025 International Brain Research Organization (IBRO) Exchange Fellowships

2025 International Brain Research Organization (IBRO) Exchange Fellowships

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.

About International Brain Research Organization (IBRO)

I have had a unique opportunity to appreciate how effective IBRO is as a really worldwide organization in neuroscience, highly flexible and with minimal bureaucracy. Relying on human power, creativity and generosity, IBRO does not represent any national strategy or policy, and truly gathers all of them. Despite fantastic progress and technological and scientific achievements in brain research, the global village of neuroscience is still far from being global. Lots of work is needed. � Marina Bentivoglio, IBRO Secretary General (2007-2009) IBRO is the global federation of neuroscience orga... continue reading

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IBRO Exchange Fellowships

Application Deadline15 Apr 2025
TypeFellowship
SponsorInternational Brain Research Organization (IBRO)
GenderMen and Women

Aim and Benefits of IBRO Exchange Fellowships

The fellowships enable early-career neuroscientists to broaden the scope of their neuroscience training by conducting goal-directed laboratory visits


Requirements for IBRO Exchange Fellowships Qualification

  • PhD neuroscience students
  • Early career postdoctoral fellows
    • maximum 5 years from the start of the postdoc

Only applicants currently residing in the following regions are eligible to apply:

  • Asia-Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Africa
  • US/Canada

Africa

  • The applicants must be affiliated with a research and/or academic institution within the Africa region.
  • Applicants have the flexibility to apply for international exchanges either within or outside the Africa region.
  • The grant is to be used along with matching funds from the host laboratory to defray the cost of travel and to subsidize living costs.
  • The proposed laboratory exchange should last a minimum of 3 months.
  • Maximum Grant Amount: 6,000 USD

Asia-Pacific

  • Applicants affiliated with a research and/or academic institution within the Asia-Pacific region may apply to one of two different funding schemes:
    • 1. Short Exchange + Scientific Meeting
      • This scheme is for a combination of a short lab visit and an attendance of a scientific meeting outside their country of residence. Both components should be included in the application for this scheme.
      • The applicant is required to arrange a minimum 2-week laboratory visit that would be beneficial to their research, with the maximum duration being 4 months.
    • 2. Classic Exchange
      • The applicant is required to arrange a 4-6 month laboratory exchange.
  • The grant is to be used along with matching funds from the host laboratory to defray the cost of travel and to subsidize living costs.
  • Maximum Grant Amount:
    1. Short Exchange + Scientific Meeting: USD 2,500
    2. Classic Exchange: USD 8,000

Latin America

  • Applicants have the flexibility to apply for international exchanges either within or outside the Latin American region.
  • The proposed laboratory exchange should last a minimum of 4 months.
  • Maximum Grant Amount: USD 8,500

US/Canada

  • Applicants have the flexibility to apply for international exchanges either within or outside the US/Canada region.
  • The proposed laboratory exchange should last a minimum of 4 months.
  • Maximum Grant Amount: USD 8,000

Interview date, Process and Venue for IBRO Exchange Fellowships

The submitted applications will be assessed based on the following evaluation criteria:

  • Scientific Credentials: The applicant has a strong academic and publication record, relevant work experience, and demonstrated progress to date.
  • Quality of Research Proposal: The proposed research reflects a high standard of work in a significant research area, with clear aims, objectives, and a structured plan.
  • Quality and Commitment of Host Lab: The host lab has a good reputation in the applicant’s research area(s), has expressed a strong commitment to support the proposed research, and has indicated matching research funds.
  • Letters of Reference: The referees highly regard the applicant and assess their potential and suitability for IBRO funding.
  • Benefit for the Applicant & Value to Home Lab: The applicant has clearly justified the need for the fellowship, and the value it brings to their home lab (through knowledge transfer, collaboration, etc.).

Documents Required for Application

The application form asks for the following information:

  • Applicant Details: A brief description of the applicant’s academic background and current research focus.
  • Grants Received: A list of grants that you have received, including IBRO grants.
  • Research Proposal: A detailed description of the research project for which you request IBRO support.
  • Exchange Fellowship Details: Information regarding the proposed exchange stay.
  • Motivation and Impact Statement: A comprehensive explanation of your motivation in applying for this program and the impact of the requested funds to your research project and home laboratory.
  • Budget Request: A detailed budget breakdown, specifying the proposed items to be funded by IBRO.
  • Host Acceptance: An official acceptance letter from the host supervisor expressing their interest and confirming their willingness to accept the applicant for the proposed exchange stay.
  • References: Two letters of reference supporting the applicant’s suitability for the award. One of them should ideally be the head of the department where you are starting your laboratory.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV): A copy of the applicant’s CV.


Application Deadline

April 15, 2025

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to International Brain Research Organization (IBRO) on ibro.smapply.org to apply

For more details, visit BRO Fellowships website 

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