What is the Schools Support Grant?
The ISN Schools Support Grant provides funding for the organisation of international neurochemistry schools, supporting training, knowledge exchange, and collaboration across the global scientific community. Managed by the ISN Schools Support Committee, this grant is designed to create high-quality educational environments where researchers can develop technical skills, explore the latest advances in neurochemistry, and build international connections.
ISN Schools are held worldwide, with a particular focus on supporting initiatives in emerging regions. These schools bring together scientists and trainees to promote scientific exchange, collaborative research, and capacity building in neurochemistry.
Funding
The Schools Support Grant provides funding of up to USD 35,000 per approved school.
- Funding is awarded on a competitive basis
- 80% of the funding is provided in advanc
- The remaining 20% is paid after submission and approval of the final report
Applicants must provide a clear and justified budget outlining how the requested funds will be used.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be active ISN members
- Have renewed their membership for the year of application
Applications must be submitted using the official application form available from the Chair of the ISN Schools Support Committee.
Applicants are responsible for:
- Planning and organising the school
- Managing the budget and logistics
- Delivering the programme as approved
- Submitting a final report after completion
School Requirements
An ISN School must:
- Focus on neurochemistry in its cellular, molecular, or clinical context
- Address an important and relevant topic in the field
- Be designed to match the skill level of the target audience
Programmes may include:
- Lectures
- Hands-on laboratory training
- A combination of both
Active participation from attendees is expected, including student presentations where appropriate.
Application Requirements
Applications must include:
- A description of the school, including:
- Goals and objectives
- Target student population
- Geographic distribution of participants
- Student selection process
- Programme and syllabus outline
- Available facilities and resources
- A list of faculty, including:
- Institutional affiliations
- Research areas
- Roles within the school
- A plan for:
- Transport and accommodation for students and faculty
- Justification if participants are housed separately
- A detailed budget:
- Including other funding sources (secured or planned)
- Excluding honoraria and business class travel
- Excluding costs related to other associated scientific events
- Written approval from the host institution (if applicable)
Application Evaluation Criteria
Applications for the Schools Support Grant are evaluated based on:
- Scientific relevance and quality of the proposed topic
- Clarity and structure of the programme
- Suitability for the target audience
- Strength and diversity of the faculty
- Feasibility and justification of the budget
- Potential impact on training and capacity building in neurochemistry
Payment and Reporting
Once approved:
- 80% of the funding is provided before the school
- The remaining 20% is released after the final report is approved
Organisers must:
- Submit a final report upon completion of the school
- Acknowledge ISN support in all materials and communications
- Display the ISN logo in school materials
- Include a presentation about ISN and the benefits of membership
Organisers are also expected to support ISN in collecting information on the outcomes of the school, including follow-up on participant career development where possible.
Need help?
Have questions about eligibility, planning your school, or preparing your application? Visit our Grants & Awards FAQ page for guidance and answers to common questions.
