MS International Federation McDonald Fellowship funds 2-year research placements for early career researchers from low- and middle-income countries.
The McDonald Fellowship 2026 by the MS International Fellowship provides funding of 55,000 EUR per year for them to contribute to advancing care and research in MS.
In this post, more details about the MS International Federation Fellowship will be highlighted for interested and qualified candidates.
MS International Federation McDonald Fellowship Summary:
- Host: McDonald
- Category: Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: Low- and middle-income countries
- Reward: €55,000 Grant per year
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: December 1, 2025.
MS International Federation McDonald Fellowship Details:
The McDonald Fellowship enables early-career multiple sclerosis researchers from low- and middle-income countries to work in a research institution outside of their own country.
MSIF is the global movement of MS organisations, by and for people affected by MS. The organisation networks, learns from each other, mobilises and enables global collaborations to achieve the vital goals that can only be reached by coming together as a movement.
The Federation is made up of national MS organisations (including their staff, volunteers, and MS communities), the MSIF staff, boar,d and committees.
During the visit, participants either gain expertise or carry out parts of joint research projects. Following the award, we expect applicants will be able to use the newly developed expertise and networks, continuing to undertake MS research and/or patient care in low- and middle-income countries.
Eligibility Requirements for 2026 MS International Federation Fellowship:
To be considered for the MS International Federation McDonald Fellowship, you must:
- Be educated to post graduate level (at least MSc, preferably PhD/MD) in an area relevant to multiple sclerosis.
- Be citizens of a low- or middle-income country (all countries with a low, lower middle or upper middle income as defined by the World Bank)
- Focus their research in an area relevant to multiple sclerosis.
- Candidates must also be in one of the following situations:
- Working or studying in a low- or middle-income country (all countries with a low, lower middle or upper middle income as defined by the World Bank) at the time of application.
- Working or studying in another country on a project which started within the six months prior to application.
- Studying in another country on a Du Pré grant project supported MSIF.
Benefits of 2026 MS International Federation McDonald Fellowship:
The fellowship consists of a two-year grant, around €55,000 per year, to cover travel and living costs, and an additional contribution to the host institution.
How to Apply for MS International Federation McDonald Fellowship 2026:
Interested and qualified applicants should use the *CLICK HERE TO APPLY” button below to proceed to the application page and follow the procedures below:
- Identify your project and field of interest.
- Contact and agree the project proposal with your host (project supervisor in a lab or clinic).
- Applicant completes all sections of the online application form.
- After Applicant submits, the Host is contacted to submit a supporting statement* using the same application form.
- Applicant asks the three referees to send their reference letters to research@msif.org before the 30 June deadline.
- Applicants must read the Terms and Conditions of the Award to understand requirements around reporting and payments.
- Applicants should pay close attention to the lay summary of the application. Advice on how to write a lay summary can be found at the bottom of this page.