Neuroscience Scholars Program
Underrepresented graduate and postdoctoral researchers have the opportunity to join this award-winning program to enhance their career and build community.
About the program
The Neuroscience Scholars Program (NSP) is a two-year online training program open to underrepresented graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. NSP provides resources focused on career advancement, the research process, and cutting-edge scientific content.
NSP participants have access to:
- Live events and webinars
- Online group for career connections
- Guidance from mentors and NSP Alumni
- Educational resources
Applications open 1/10
2024 NSP applications are open January 10–February 14.
Learn more about NSP applications and eligibility
Participants
NSP is comprised of two opportunities: Fellows and Associates
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Fellows
Expandable and Collapsible Container Up to 18 applicants will be selected for the NSP Fellows Program. Highlights include:
- Two years of complimentary SfN membership
- Travel award to attend the SfN annual meeting each fall during the two-year program
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Associates
Expandable and Collapsible Container All eligible applicants will be invited to become NSP Associates. Features of the NSP Associates Program include:
- An online diversity affinity group of NSP mentors and alumni for seeking career connections and guidance
- Webinars and resources that focus on career advancement issues, topics related to the research process, and cutting-edge scientific content
History of NSP
SfN and the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke released a 30-year retrospective to honor NSP’s continued commitment to advancing diversity in science.
NSP Central
NSP Central is the hub for all tools and resources available to NSP participants.
