Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health

GBHI is committed to the development of a global community of leaders working to advance brain health and equity. The Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health program is at the heart of this approach, providing training, mentorship, and support to emerging leaders in brain health.

Through the fellowship program at GBHI at Trinity, fellows develop the knowledge, skills, and values needed to act as change-makers, applying a life-course, equity-informed approach to brain health, engaging with communities, and supporting evidence-informed change in policy and practice.

Applications for the 2027-28 fellowship program at GBHI at Trinity are now closed. Sign up for the GBHI Newsletter to stay up to date with news and future application opportunities for the Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health program.

Eligibility Criteria

A typical Atlantic Fellow engages across disciplines, breaks down traditional barriers, and is committed to resolving issues around the inequities in brain health and dementia around the world.

Eligibility Criteria 

Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered:

• Willingness and availability to complete a year of fellowship training: in-person at Trinity (Ireland) or through the global hybrid program at UCSF (United States).
• Proficiency in English.
• Completion of a field-specific terminal degree or equivalent professional training.
• Ability to travel internationally as required.

Tips for a Successful Application

• Long-term commitment to the values, mission, and goals of the program, including a potential pilot project following the fellowship year.
• The ability to bring creative and relevant projects to fruition.
• Ideas that could transform brain health in communities facing barriers to health and opportunity.

Regional Support

Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health come from across the globe and are expected to have a meaningful impact in their home communities once the fellowship training year is complete. To help ensure success, Atlantic Fellows must have regional support and mentorship in the communities where they hope to make impact. Applicants will be asked to outline in their applications who their regional mentors will be and how they will help them be transformative in their home country. We know that mentorship can mean different things to different people and in different places, so please read more about mentorship for further information.

Education and Training

Applicants from all disciplines and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply. They should have a strong foundation of experience and expertise and be ready to advance meaningful and impactful work. Applicants should complete the highest degree and associated training they wish to obtain in their particular field. This includes but is not limited to competitive applicants who have:

• Artists or other creative professionals: A portfolio, an interest in improving the lives of people living with dementia and their care partners, a public platform to showcase their portfolio.
• Physicians: Completed an MD, residency and other fellowship specialties, have an interest in improving clinical practice.
• Researchers: Completed a PhD and postdoctoral training, have an interest in generating and distributing knowledge to advance the field of brain health and dementia prevention.
• Innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and other professionals: Developed significant expertise in their field and track record of achievement.

Application Process

Applications are competitively reviewed and select applicants will be invited to interview. Interviews are by invitation only. All applicants are notified of their interview status by email.

Application Components

1. Online application
2. Resume or curriculum vitae
3. Statements of Purpose: Applicants will be required to write thoughtful and succinct responses related to their interest in the program and future goals.
4. Details of two reference contacts

Each application component is important and evaluated thoroughly. 

Applications will be considered incomplete unless all required materials have been submitted. 

The program is conducted in English. Applications must be submitted in English. 

After interviews have concluded, selected applicants will be required to submit official transcripts for further evaluation. Detailed instructions will be provided at that stage of the application process.

Important Dates

• Applications open: July 1, 2026  
• Applications close: 18 September 2026, 12:00 PM (Irish time, UTC+1)  

FAQs & Resources

If you have a question which hasn’t been answered in our fellowship application webpages and webinars, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions 

If you still can’t find what you need, please email us at:  

GBHI at Trinity: GBHIApply@tcd.ie