Through our successful PhD studentship programme we have a track record of attracting and funding promising young scientists to develop their careers in MND research. We only fund research of the highest scientific/clinical excellence and greatest relevance to MND.
Deadline
We are now accepting summary applications, please complete the Online Summary Application Form. The deadline for receipt of summaries is 1 May 2026. Please read the below documents before applying.
Please read our Guidelines, Terms and Conditions and our Guide to Completing the Online Summary Application Form. It is also recommended that you read the MND Association Research Strategy and Research Governance Overview.
Duration
Awards will be offered for four years (48 months) to allow registered students to undertake full-time research for a PhD.
Eligibility
Studentship applications are invited from prospective supervisors, based in UK and Ireland laboratories. Collaborative projects between departments are welcomed, provided the relative roles of the supervisors and departments are addressed. Supervisors should recruit and nominate the student of their choice (subject to MND Association approval). Students should hold, or expect to obtain, a first or upper second class honours degree.
Assessment and Budget
Please see our Guidelines for more information on assessment criteria and budget information.
Visit funding web page
(https://www.mndassociation.org/research/for-researchers/apply-for-funding)
