Clinical Research Training Scholarship in FTD

Clinical Research Training Scholarship in FTD

Funder: The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD)

Funding Partners: Holloway Family Fund and American Brain Foundation, in collaboration with the American Academy of Neurology

Program Status: Active

Geographic Scope: Not specified

Focus Areas:

Early-career clinical researchers in FTD

Training and career development for researchers

Clinical research on FTD diagnosis, biomarkers, and disease mechanisms

Research applicable to multiple FTD subtypes

Overview:
The Clinical Research Training Scholarship in FTD is designed to support early-career researchers in clinical FTD research. The program helps develop the next generation of FTD researchers through training and mentorship opportunities.

Recent Recipients and Research Impact:

Rowan Saloner, PhD (2024) - Published study in Nature Aging (May 2025) on proteins in cerebrospinal fluid that can help diagnose FTD and track severity

Tanav Popli, MD (2023) - Published study in Alzheimer's & Dementia (May 2025) investigating protein pathology in progressive supranuclear palsy

Indira García-Cordero, PhD (2022) - Published study in Alzheimer's & Dementia (July 2025) on cognitive impairment in progressive supranuclear palsy and disease progression prediction

Pathway to Independence:
The scholarship has demonstrated a pathway to independent research careers. For example, Indira García Cordero previously received a Clinical Research Training Scholarship and went on to secure her own independent research funding.

Contact: AFTD HelpLine: 1-866-507-7222 or [email protected]

Address: 2700 Horizon Drive, Suite 120, King of Prussia, PA 19406