The mentor should be in a position to guarantee that 75 percent of a fellow s time is available for research. The mentor should be committed to fostering the candidate s career advancement and should be the primary scientific advisor. Secondary scientific mentors are encouraged but not required. Their roles should be described in the body of the application. There are no restrictions regarding discipline or department.
Awards are limited to institutions located in the USA and Canada.
Each department may submit only one application annually and is limited to a maximum of two active fellowships at any one time. Guidelines for Application Procedures for Applying. Fellowships are restricted to USA and Canadian citizens or permanent residents. However, foreign nationals who document their initial steps to make permanent residence in the USA or Canada will also be considered. Documentation should include a description of steps already taken toward application for long-term residency or citizenship.