Ataxia UK Studentships

Ataxia UK

Ataxia UK funds research on the ataxias, a group of progressive neurological conditions that affect balance and coordination.

All applicants are encouraged to contact the Research Projects Manager (research@ataxia.org.uk) before submitting a proposal. A two-stage selection process is used to assess the suitability of a proposal for funding. Initially, researchers are asked to submit a preliminary proposal (ie: one page summary of research). This is taken to Ataxia UK’s Scientific Advisory Committee, who advises on whether to invite applicants to submit a full application. Selected applicants are then invited to submit a full application by completing the full application form. These selected research projects are peer reviewed and assessed by Ataxia UK’s Scientific Advisory Committee.

Ataxia UK’s Scientific Advisory Committee meets 3 times a year (generally in February, June and September). This Committee advises Ataxia UK's Trustees who then make the final decision on whether to award a grant.