Application Form: FENS-Kavli Network of Excellence 2018

APPLICATION FORM:

FENS-KAVLI SCHOLARS (FKNE) COHORT 2026-2030

See the Call for Applications for the eligibility criteria.

Only direct applications are allowed (no nominations).

Our ideal cohort represents scientific communities across Europe, diversity in race, gender, cultures, and beliefs, as well as divers science, models and approaches. We would like to hear from you about any of your specific work or life experiences that you feel are important to share and makes you unique.

All applications must include two supporting letters from internationally renowned neuroscientists. Applications must be submitted online (this form) by 30 January 2026 (6 pm, Brussels time).

Please note that fields marked with '*' are mandatory.

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PLEASE COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THE APPLICATION FORM BELOW:
1. Candidate information
Name:*

First NameLast Name
E-mail*
Gender:*
Nationality:*
Please select your ethnicity or background as defines you best:
If you would like, please further describe/specify your ethnicity or background:

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Our ideal cohort represents scientific communities across Europe, diversity in race, gender, cultures, and beliefs, and all aspects of what makes you unique. We would like to hear from you about any of your specific work or life experiences that you feel are important to share.*

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Affiliation/ work address*

University or Institution

Department

Laboratory (if relevant)Town

Postal codeCountry
Date and year of PhD thesis*

DayMonthYear
Main research topic that best describes you (max. 1 can be selected):*

Methods DevelopmentBiology and Physiology of Cells (including neurons, glia, stem cells, in silico models of cells)DevelopmentNetwork and Plasticity (including in silico models of networks/plasticity)Behavior (including maternal instinct, aggression, reproduction)Cognition (including learning, memory, decision making)Sensory and MotorAging, Disorder, Injury, Disease and RegenerationBrain and Beyond (including brain+immune, brain+body)
Organisms used in your research:*

Humans/Non-human primatesRodentsAquatic (fish, frogs)Worms/FliesIn silicoOther
Curriculum Vitae (upload document of maximum three pages)

Please upload a CV file that clearly addresses the following items:
- Current position and affiliation; including amount of time dedicated to research;
- Previous positions and affiliations;
- List of publications, highlighting the 5-10 most relevant;
- Personal prizes, awards, fellowships, grants etc.;
- Leadership/ organisational activities;
- Memberships of scientific societies, editorial boards etc.;
- Invited lectures;
- Knowledge transfer (industrial innovation, outreach to lay public etc.);
- Other responsibilities;
- If applicable indicate the reasons for any career breaks or leaves of absence (e.g. due to care leave) and how it affected your work.
IMPORTANT: CV files exceeding 3 pages will not be considered.
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Summary of your scientific work and main contribution(s) to neuroscience (max. 250-300 words):*

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2. Motivation to join the FENS-Kavli Network
The FENS-Kavli Network of Excellence (FKNE) is a multidisciplinary group of early- to mid-career European neuroscientists that perform pioneering research and share the vision of shaping the future of Neuroscience. The aim of the FENS-Kavli Network is to promote scientific exchange among its scholars and alumni, improve Neuroscience in Europe and beyond, provide opportunities for young scientists, influence science policy, and facilitate interaction between science and society.

FKNE Scholars participate in ~2 meetings per year that allow for lively discussion of a range of topics across Neuroscience as well as challenges and opportunities for European neuroscientists; the FKNE scholars should get involved and actively contribute to the initiatives set by the Network.

Check the FKNE website to find out more about the current FENS-Kavli Scholars activities.

Please describe your motivation for joining FKNE. Include any relevant leadership/ outreach/ policy experiences or activities.

How do you think you can contribute to the Network?

What do you expect to gain from the Network?
A) Motivation of the candidate to join (250-500 words)*

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B) If selected, what would be 2 initiatives related to FKNE that you would like to push forward? (250-300 words; written by the candidate!)*

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3. Letters of support from two referees: Please provide below the contact details of the two referees who the FENS-Kavli Network of Excellence will contact for the letters of support (the referees will be asked to submit their letter of support in maximum 5 days following the application deadline of 30 January 2026).

If you are endorsed by your national society, please add the contact information instead of the second referee.
1. Referee 1:*

First NameLast Name
Email of the Referee 1:*
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2. Referee 2:*

First NameLast Name
Email of the Referee 2:*
example@example.com
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