Alzheimer Society Research Program- Doctoral

The ASRP provides grants and awards to support Canadian studies that promise new insights into causes, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and management of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

With an aim to support research that will improve the lives of those with lived experience, the ASRP invites applicants from all disciplines to apply. Eligible proposals may be cross-cutting or interdisciplinary in nature. Priority will be given to applications that will have a significant impact on the lives of those living with dementia and their caregivers.

DOCTORAL

An opportunity for promising individuals, pursuing a PhD, to begin the process of becoming future independent investigators in the field of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias

Value

• Doctoral $129,000 for 3 years 
   

Eligibility

• Within first 18 months of a full-time doctoral program

Key Dates

• Launch of Proof of Concept Letter of Intent (LOI) Stage: June 6, 2025, 8:00am ET
• Deadline Proof of Concept LOI Stage: July 21, 2025, 5:00pm ET
• Launch of Competition: September 8, 2025, 8:00 a.m. ET
• Internal Deadline: November 3, 2025, 5:00 p.m. ET
  • NOTE: you require institutional signatures. Please email your application with the blank signature page to the Graduate Awards office and the necessary signatures can be obtain for you.
• Application Deadline: November 3, 2025, 5:00 p.m. ET
• Results Announced: Spring 2026
• Commencement of Funding: July 2026

For further information and instructions visit the Alzheimer Society Research Program website.