Applications Invited for IBRO Exchange Fellowships 2026

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About the Organization

The International Brain Research Organization (IBRO) is a global association of neuroscience societies dedicated to promoting equitable and inclusive access to neuroscience education, training, research, funding, outreach, and public engagement around the world. To fulfill its mission, IBRO offers a variety of grants and training opportunities to the international neuroscience community, publishes two scientific journals—Neuroscience and IBRO Neuroscience Reports—and hosts the IBRO World Congress every four years.

About the Fellowship

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

The Exchange Fellowships for neuroscience international internships are designed to cover 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.

Fellowship Specifications:

• The fellowship must
• be international (i.e. the host laboratory should be located in a different country from the home laboratory)
• begin in 2026
• The required grant report should be submitted no later than 3 months following the conclusion of the exchange.
• Funds will transferred according to an 80:20 format, meaning 80% of the grant will be awarded two months prior to the start date of the exchange, and the remaining 20% upon completion of exchange and submission of the required grant report.
• The funds can be transferred to an account in grantee’s name, that of their institution or of someone else directly involved with the grant, i.e. their supervisor. Depending on the situation, exceptions could be made.

Who can Apply

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

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

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

How to Apply

Application Form

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: One reference letter is a minimum requirement. However, providing two references is highly encouraged for a more thorough assessment. Requests for references will be sent out automatically through the IBRO Grants Portal.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV): A copy of the applicant’s CV.

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Applications: 15 Jan 2026 - 15 Apr 2026

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