The Applications are open to apply for the MSIF McDonald Fellowship 2026. It is a Fully Funded International Fellowship for 2 years. The Objective of the MSIF Fellowship is to work in a leading research institution outside their home country. It aims to provide an Opportunity to Early Career Researchers, enrolled in an MSc or PhD program, to conduct Research in any field relevant to multiple sclerosis (MS) for 2 years. The Fellowship can be taken in any leading University or Institute in the world. During the visit, participants either gain expertise or carry out parts of joint research projects. This will help them to gain experience, expertise, and make Networks with other experts in other countries. The fellowship is open to MSc students, PhD students, and Medical Doctors (MDs) currently working or studying in a low- or middle-income country. More details are below.
Details About the MSIF McDonald Fellowship 2026
- Host Country: Any Country
- Level of Study: Master’s, PhD
- Focus Areas: Multiple Sclerosis
- Program Period: Two years
- Financial Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 1st December 2025
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Financial Benefits
The €55,000 Per Year Fund can be used to cover:
- Research Fund
- Round Airfare Tickets to/from Country
- Local Transport
- Visa Cost
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Taxes
- Subsistence Costs
- Insurance
- Bills
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Main Objective of the MSIF McDonald Fellowship
MSIF Grant Funds for 2 years to the Early Career Researchers (MSc, PhD, MD) to carry out Research in any other country in the Field of Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
Fellowship Features
- Undertake Research in any Leading Research Institution Worldwide.
- Common Host Countries include the UK, Europe, the USA, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
- All Expenses Covered.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Be educated to postgraduate level (at least MSc, preferably PhD/MD) in an area relevant to multiple sclerosis.
- Citizenship: Be citizens of a low- or middle-income country (all countries with a low, lower-middle, or upper-middle income as defined by the World Bank).
- Current Employment/Study: You are working or studying in a low- or middle-income country.
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How to Apply for the MSIF McDonald Fellowship 2026?
The Step-by-Step application Process is below:
- Find a Suitable Host Institution and Supervisor:
- Identify your research interest.
- Search for leading MS research centers/labs such as University websites, organizations.
- Complete all sections of the online application form.
- Attach three reference letters.
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