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Purpose

This webinar is designed for individuals preparing their first NIH fellowship or those seeking a refresher on the process. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and enhance your application strategy.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Individual Fellowship programs, commonly known as the “F” series, are designed to support promising pre-doctoral and postdoctoral scholars as they pursue specialized research training and career development opportunities tailored to their long-term career goals and which fit within the NIH mission. 

Applying for an NIH fellowship requires advance planning with one’s mentor and a comprehensive application that addresses research training and broader career development plans. Putting together a strong application can seem like a daunting task for both new and experienced candidates. So, to help you navigate this process , NIH experts will host a live virtual event where they will:

• Provide a general overview of NIH fellowship programs
• Briefly explain the fellowship application  and the peer review of fellowship applications
• Offer practical guidance on preparing a competitive application
• Address attendee questions during live Q&A sessions 

Webinar: An Introduction to the NIH Fellowship Program for Prospective Candidates

• Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025  
• Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. ET
• Free virtual event
• Registration Required

How to Participate

• Visit the An Introduction to the NIH Fellowship Program for Prospective Candidates for presenters, additional resources, and registration link.
• Register for the webinar at any time before or during the event. 
• Submit your questions during the registration process. 

Event Resources

The following will be available on this webinar’s event page:

• Presentation slide deck: Posted 24 hours in advance of the webinar.
• Video recording, transcript, and final presentation slide deck will be available approximately 7–10 business days after the event concludes. 

Reasonable Accommodations 

This webinar will be closed-captioned. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be submitted at least five days before the event to NIHGrantsEvents@nih.gov.

 

Inquiries

Please direct all inquiries to:

• Webinar logistics or technical questions: Email NIHGrantsEvents@nih.gov.
• General policy and compliance questions: Visit the Central NIH Office Contacts page for the appropriate office.
• Specific grant-related questions: Please contact NIH staff identified on your Notice of Award.