Stella Duncan Memorial Fellowship Grant

Stella Duncan Memorial Fellowship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: University of Montana
Amount: Up to US $28,000
Last Updated: November 24, 2025

Summary

The Stella Duncan Memorial Fellowship at the University of Montana supports exceptional doctoral candidates in biomedical science. This prestigious stipend recognizes promising scholars dedicated to high-impact research in fields like toxicology and neuroscience. Applicants must submit a research proposal and an advisor's letter of support. The fellowship aims to foster innovation and academic contribution, highlighting awardees as exemplary figures in advancing biomedical discovery and addressing both regional and global health challenges.

Overview

University of Montana The University of Montana (UM), located in Missoula, is a flagship public research university dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and public service. As a premier institution in the Rocky Mountain West, UM offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs supported by world-class faculty, hands-on learning opportunities, and a strong commitment to research that addresses regional and global challenges. The university fosters an environment where curiosity, exploration, and creativity thrive, preparing students to become leaders in their fields and engaged citizens in their communities. UM’s mission is to provide transformative education and serve the state of Montana through research, outreach, and community engagement. Its vision emphasizes student success, inclusive academic opportunity, and building a vibrant, sustainable campus community that contributes to the cultural, environmental, and economic vitality of Montana and beyond. The institution prioritizes excellence in teaching and research, respect for place and culture, and a commitment to stewardship, innovation, and public impact. Stella Duncan Memorial Fellowship The Stella Duncan Memorial Fellowship supports outstanding doctoral students who are admitted to candidacy in biomedical science programs at the University of Montana in Missoula. Applicants must submit a proposed research statement and letter of support from their advisor; the award serves as a prestigious stipend recognizing promising scholars. The fellowship is designed to promote high-impact, basic biomedical research (as opposed to clinical practice), enabling recipients to pursue innovative work in fields such as toxicology, biochemistry, neuroscience, and cellular biology. Selection focuses on research quality, scholarly merit, and the potential for academic contribution, with awardees highlighted as exemplar fellows shaping the future of biomedical discovery.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.