Eligibility
- Applicants up to 3-15 years from terminal degree will be considered.
- Applicants must not be in tenured positions.
- Applicants must hold an active ISTAART membership at the time of application.
- Applicants based in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) countries are highly encouraged to apply.
Program Benefits
- Grow a professional network of emerging leaders within the international Alzheimer’s and dementia research and treatment community.
- Gain skills and tap into resources available through the Alzheimer's Association and connected professionals.
- Build your profile as a leader in this field and enhance the visibility of your work and achievements.
- Connect in person at the largest international forum for dementia research, the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference® (AAIC®), through an ISTAART-hosted networking event, supported by a travel fellowship to AAIC (registration, travel, accommodation).
- Hear about opportunities for continued engagement with the Alzheimer’s Association, including through scientific meetings, ISTAART, and the Alzheimer’s and Dementia® Journal Family.
Click here to see full program details.

If you are less than 3 years from your terminal degree, we encourage you to consider the ISTAART Ambassador Program*.
*Subject to separate eligibility criteria.
*Subject to separate eligibility criteria.

Key Dates
Applications Open: December 1, 2025
Applications Close: January 16, 2026
Notifications: mid-March, 2026 (TBC)
Program Dates: April 1, 2026 - August 1, 2027
*Dates are subject to change.
Applications Close: January 16, 2026
Notifications: mid-March, 2026 (TBC)
Program Dates: April 1, 2026 - August 1, 2027
*Dates are subject to change.
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