Applications Invited for IBRO Exchange Fellowships 2026, The fellowships support early-career neuroscientists in expanding their research experience by undertaking targeted laboratory visits. These international neuroscience exchange fellowships are intended to cover travel costs and local living expenses for the duration of the training period. Priority consideration will be given to applicants from less developed or under-funded countries, with additional emphasis on promoting both gender and regional diversity.
If you’re interested in this prestigious fellowship program, we encourage you to read the article carefully and follow the application guidelines closely. Make sure to review all eligibility criteria and submit your application within the specified timeline.
Last Date of Application: 15th April 2026
Fellowship Specifications for Applications Invited for IBRO Exchange Fellowships 2026
The fellowship must be undertaken internationally, meaning the host laboratory must be located in a different country from the applicant’s home institution. All exchanges must commence in 2026. A final grant report is required and must be submitted no later than three months after completing the exchange.
Funding will be disbursed in an 80:20 structure—80% of the award will be transferred two months prior to the start of the exchange, with the remaining 20% released upon completion of the program and submission of the grant report. Funds may be transferred to the grantee, their institution, or a supervisor directly involved with the grant. Exceptions may be considered depending on the circumstances.
Eligibility Criteria for Applications Invited for IBRO Exchange Fellowships 2026
The fellowship is open to:
- PhD students in neuroscience
- Early-career postdoctoral fellows (up to five years from the start of their first postdoctoral appointment)
Applicants must currently reside in one of the following eligible regions:
- Asia-Pacific
- Latin America
- Africa
- United States/Canada
Applicants residing in Europe should apply through the dedicated FENS/IBRO-PERC Exchange Fellowship program.
If unsure of regional classification, applicants may refer to IBRO’s country classification list.
Regional Eligibility Requirements
Africa
- Must be affiliated with a research or academic institution within Africa.
- May apply for exchanges within or outside the region.
- Grant must be paired with matching funds from the host laboratory.
- Minimum exchange duration: 3 months
- Maximum grant amount: USD 6,000
Asia-Pacific
Applicants in this region may apply to one of the following schemes:
- Short Exchange + Scientific Meeting
- Combines a short laboratory visit with participation in a scientific meeting outside the applicant’s home country.
- Lab visit duration: minimum 2 weeks, maximum 4 months.
- Maximum grant amount: USD 2,500
- Classic Exchange
- Requires a 4–6 month laboratory exchange.
- May apply for exchanges within or outside the region.
- Must be supplemented by matching host lab funds.
- Maximum grant amount: USD 8,000
Latin America
- May apply for exchanges within or outside the region.
- Minimum exchange duration: 4 months
- Maximum grant amount: USD 7,500
US/Canada
- May apply for exchanges within or outside the region.
- Minimum exchange duration: 4 months
- Maximum grant amount: USD 8,000
Application Requirements for Applications Invited for IBRO Exchange Fellowships 2026
Applicants must complete the online application form, which includes:
- Applicant Details: Academic background and current research area
- Grants Received: List of prior grants, including IBRO awards
- Research Proposal: Detailed description of the project requiring IBRO support
- Exchange Fellowship Details: Information about the planned exchange
- Motivation & Impact Statement: How the fellowship will support the applicant and benefit the home laboratory
- Budget Request: Itemized breakdown of expenses to be covered by IBRO
- Host Acceptance Letter: Confirmation from the host supervisor agreeing to the exchange
- Reference Letters: At least one required; two recommended. Requests are issued automatically via the IBRO Grants Portal
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Evaluation Criteria for Applications Invited for IBRO Exchange Fellowships 2026
Applications will be evaluated based on:
- Scientific Credentials: Academic record, publications, and relevant experience
- Quality of Research Proposal: Significance, clarity of aims, and feasibility
- Strength of Host Laboratory: Reputation, commitment to the project, and provision of matching funds
- Reference Letters: Endorsements demonstrating the applicant’s potential and suitability
- Benefit to Applicant & Home Lab: Clear justification of the fellowship’s impact and contribution to capacity-building or collaboration
How to apply?
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Please submit your application using the link which appears in the “key information” box at the top of the page, accessible during the application period. Please note you will be redirected to the IBRO Grants Portal.
The next application period is expected to open around the same time next year. We encourage you to stay connected through IBRO’s newsletter and other communication channels to ensure you do not miss the official announcement of next year’s funding calendar.
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