The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial support to full-time graduate students (M.Sc., Ph.D.), postdoctoral fellows, and medical residents conducting research at a Canadian institution in the field of ALS. All else equal, priority will be given to trainees who do not currently hold other stipend awards from major funding sources (e.g., CIHR, FRQS, etc.).Brain Canada is poised to present the availability of three awards for full-time graduate students (M.Sc., Ph.D.), postdoctoral fellows, and medical residents attending a Canadian institution conducting research in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS):
- Pierre Auger Morissette Capacity-Building Award in ALS Research, supported by Linda Auger Morissette and Friends
- Rising Star Award in ALS Research, in memory of Madeleine Blanc, supported by Naomi Azrieli, Francois Blanc and Family
- Oliver Goy Rising Star Award in ALS Research, supported by Allan Kliger
About University of Lethbridge
Founded in 1967 on traditional Blackfoot land, the University of Lethbridge is one of Canada’s top-ranked universities and leading research institutions. We are one of Alberta's four comprehensive academic and research universities.
Our motto, Fiat Lux – let there be light – refers to the illumination that comes from research and learning.
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Aim and Benefits of University of Lethbridge University of Lethbridge
- $10,000 CAD per award for one year, non-renewable will be awarded to selected recipients
- Number of awards: Up to 6 awards.
Requirements for University of Lethbridge University of Lethbridge Qualification
- The Applicant must be a full-time graduate student (M.Sc., Ph.D.), postdoctoral fellow or medical resident enrolled at a Canadian institution during the entire duration of the award and conducting research in ALS.
- The Applicant and the supervisor must adhere to the studentship and fellowship policies at their institution. It is the responsibility of the Applicant and the supervisor to ensure that the total stipend received meets the institutional funding standard.
- Applicants who have received or are currently holding a Pierre Auger Morissette Capacity Building Award in ALS Research are not eligible to receive this award but are eligible to receive the Rising Star Award in ALS Research or the Oliver Goy Rising Star in ALS Research.
Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Lethbridge University of Lethbridge
Citizenship:
- Canadian
- International
- Permanent Resident
Application Deadline
May 16, 2024
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
University of Lethbridge on www.ulethbridge.ca to apply
