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The Alzheimer’s Association is excited to announce that applications for the new ISTAART Ascent Career-Development Program are now open! Organized by the Alzheimer’s Association International Society to Advance Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment (ISTAART), this unique new program is designed to accelerate the growth of emerging leaders in Alzheimer’s and dementia research through peer-to-peer connections, skill development, and leadership opportunities.
Why Apply?
- Boost your career trajectory: Engage in monthly virtual and in-person forums, focused on career development, collaboration, scientific growth and other tailored topics, where you’ll gain invaluable insights and skills.
- Expand your network: Join a cohort of international emerging leaders in the Alzheimer’s research and treatment community, and connect with experts at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) and beyond.
- Showcase your work: Submit an abstract and receive a travel fellowship to attend AAIC 2025 in Toronto, including registration, travel, and accommodation support.
- Ongoing engagement: Collaborate with peers in your cohort to organize an ISTAART Educational Event at AAIC 2026, and continue building your professional profile.
Eligibility
- Applicants between 2-15 years from terminal degree will be considered.
- Must not be in tenured positions.
- Be an active ISTAART membership at the time of application.
- Must submit an abstract to AAIC 2025 before the January 2025 deadline to be considered for this program.
- Applicants based in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) countries are highly encouraged to apply.
- Must be prepared to attend monthly cohort calls for the duration of the program, and take the lead on at least one virtual peer-to-peer engagement meeting on a focused topic.
Key Dates
Applications Open: December 2, 2024
Program Overview and Q&A with Alzheimer’s Association Team: December 9, 2024
Applications Close: January 17, 2025 – AAIC 2025 Abstracts ISTAART Member Deadline: January 31, 2025
Notifications: Early February, 2025
Program Dates: April 1, 2025 – August 1, 2026
Apply Now
Join us for a live Q&A on Dec. 9 at 11 a.m. CT (5pm GMT) to meet the Alzheimer’s Association team and get your questions answered. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how ISTAART Ascent can elevate your career! Register to Attend
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ISTAART Ascent appears to be an exceptional opportunity for advancing one’s professional journey. Engaging in networking, acquiring knowledge, and achieving greater heights is certainly appealing. Who would not desire such an enhancement to their career? I am eager to enroll in this program that promises to elevate professional growth.