The McDonald Fellowships 2023 is an incredible opportunity launched by the International Multiple Sclerosis Federation. Are you a resident of a low- or middle-income country? Are you studying or working on a project in a low- or middle-income country? Is your field of study relevant to multiple sclerosis? Do you want to work in a research institution outside your own country? Do you want to work with an international organisation while remaining in your home country due to COVID-19 travel restrictions? This fully-funded scholarship is designed for candidates who fulfil the above questioning criteria. Participants are encouraged to take part in this scholarship, helping them to gain experience in their proposed research projects.
The fully funded international fellowship 2023 is tremendous for candidates who cannot afford to gain research experience in global dynamics. This opportunity expects candidates to utilise the experience and newly developed networks needed to carry out MS research and patient care in low- and middle-income countries. If students have been enrolled at a research institution and are unable to pay the fees, this scholarship opportunity will help them pay their dues. The scholarships are of two types; one scholarship is awarded in partnership with ECTRIMS (European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis) and is known as the MSIF-ECTRIMS McDonald Fellowship. Another scholarship is awarded in partnership with ARSEP and is known as the MSIF-ARSEP McDonald Fellowship.
The McDonalds Fellowship 2023 aims to help people become aware of the types of multiple sclerosis, causes of multiple sclerosis, symptoms of multiple sclerosis and other related advanced knowledge in a deeper way. The barriers to accessing MS healthcare and improving its treatment are wide-ranging and complex, and vary from country to country. While some of these challenges can be overcome locally; however, the interconnected world demands a globally viable and sustainable solution to this cause. To achieve this, MSIF is focused on working with national MS organisations to provide a solid action plan to tackle the health challenges of MS. Thus, your active association with the organisation will help you understand the tools, techniques and equipment needed from diagnosis to treatment.
The global opportunity in research projects is surrounded by MSIF's mission, which states that everyone must come together to improve the quality of life of all those victimised by multiple sclerosis. MSIF is based on the five critical objectives it aims to achieve in the coming years. The first is positive change in attitudes, policies and practices. The second is confident and informed decision-making. The third is greater scientific understanding and treatments. Fourth is improved access to healthcare and treatment. The fifth is to build a more robust and broader MSIF movement. To achieve these goals, MSIF has established an advanced system, filled gaps in the global research workforce, developed methods to measure research impact, increased funding for MS research, strengthened MS organisations and other related networks
McDonald bags 2023:
Host country:
- It could be a neighbouring country or the participant's country of origin
Home Institution:
- The institute can be outside the country of origin or an institute in the participant's country of origin
Eligible Degree Level:
- Msc
- Doctoral Programme
- MD
Duration of the McDonald Scholarship 2023:
- 2 years
Benefits of McDonald Fellowships 2023:
- The fellowship will provide around £30,000 GBP per year. The amount will be used to cover travelling and living costs.
- an additional contribution of £2,000 GBP per year to the host institution
- Enriching the knowledge of Multiple Sclerosis.
- Helps come up with effective possible solutions to overcome MS.
- Professional development is ensured.
- International collaboration is encouraged.
- Social networking is enhanced.
Eligibility Criteria of McDonald Fellowships 2023:
- The candidate must have postgraduate training (doctorate and master's degree included) in an area related to multiple sclerosis.
- Citizens of a low- or middle-income country (as defined by the World Bank).
- Work or study in a low- or middle-income country (as defined by the World Bank).
- The research area must be relevant to multiple sclerosis.
- Study in another country on a project supported by an MSIF grant.
- Work on a project at a research institute or hospital abroad or in your home country, or work on a virtual project.
- You can check eligibility by searching for the area of work or subject available on the site.
How to apply for McDonald's Scholarships 2023?
- Students must apply via the official MSIF website.
- Firstly, check your eligibility.
- Make sure you provide the supporting documents required for the application form.
- Make sure you fill in the required fields.
- Fill in the application form carefully and send it in.
Selection criteria for the MS 2023 Scholarship:
- The decision of the MSF McDonald Fellowship Panel.
Documents required for the McDonald Scholarships 2023:
- Statement of support.
- Details of 3 referees, including the candidate's supervisor or employer.
- Study plan in the case of the virtual association.
Application deadline:
- The deadline for applying for the scholarship is 30 June 2023.
