Research Admin Offices:

• ROADS

Opportunity Type:

• Award

Value:

The stipends awarded will be up to $54,000 CAD ($27,000 per year for up to two (2) years)

Disciplines:

• Faculty of Science
• Health Sciences

Sponsors:

• Brain Canada Foundation
• Heart & Stroke Foundation

Deadlines:

Description:

The objective of the competition is to increase the number of highly qualified Indigenous trainees across Canada committed to working in the fields of heart and/or brain research. Funds to enable Indigenous trainees pursuing their Master’s (“Applicants”) to focus on their research studies and engage with mentors as part of their training.

Additional Program Information:

In the context of this Award, heart and/or brain health research encompasses research addressing conditions, including neurological, that affect the cardiovascular and/or cerebrovascular health of people living in Canada. This could include research focused on prevention, treatment, and/or recovery related to heart conditions, stroke, vascular cognitive impairment, and mental health in relation to these conditions.

Resources:

Additional details.

Contact:

For more information on how to apply contact Beatrice Fletcher, Senior Advisor, ROADS.