Background

The American Society of Functional Neuroradiology (ASFNR) is a specialty society of the American Society of Neuroradiology. The ASFNR was established in June 2004 in Seattle, Washington during the ASNR 42nd Annual Meeting. The ASFNR encourages and facilitates the introduction of functional neuroradiology into clinical neuroradiological practices, develops standards for the practice of Functional Neuroradiology, supports Functional Neuroradiology research, and is an educational resource for practicing physicians and scientists in this new and evolving field.

The Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA) is a national organization founded in 1986 to unify Latino medical students, promote recruitment and retention of Latino students in medicine, and advocate for Latino health issues. LMSA provides a network of support and resources for students, alumni, and health professionals interested in the health and well-being of the Latino community. 

Details

This scholarship will provide $4000 to the awardee to cover travel and accommodations to attend the 2024 ASFNR and 2025 LMSA annual meetings. Free registration to the 2024 ASFNR and 2025 LMSA meetings will be provided. ASFNR will assign a mentor to the awardee to provide professional development advice for the duration of the award.

A project (research, educational, quality improvement, etc) related to the field of functional brain imaging is encouraged but not required. LMSA members with an interest in the brain imaging sciences are encouraged to apply for this unique opportunity.

​Eligibility: Under-represented medical students with interest in radiology and with current membership in LMSA.

Expectations

ASFNR will assign a mentor to the awardee to provide professional development advice for the duration of the award. The awardee will have the option to work on a project of their choice (research, educational, quality improvement, etc.) related to the field of functional neuroimaging. The awardee will give a 15 minute presentation at the LMSA meeting on either their project or their experience as an awardee.

The awardee will be expected to author a short article for the LMSA newsletter upon completion of the scholarship, and may be asked to provide content for the LMSA web blog.

Timeline

This award is a Bi-Annual award and is not being offered in 2025. Please check back in January to apply for the 2026 Award!