The William H. Gates, Sr. Fellowship from the AD Data Initiative
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The William H. Gates Sr. Fellowship from the AD Data Initiative has been established to encourage and support researchers from around the world to be bold, creative, and innovative in their approach to ADRD research.
We invited research proposals that use innovative data analysis ideas or statistical approaches to address a relevant question in the ADRD field utilizing Generative AI-based approaches. We are particularly interested in applicants who have experience with AI approaches that emphasize multi-modal learning (e.g., integrating imaging, genetic, and clinical data), explainable AI, and privacy-preserving data analysis techniques. Approximately three to four fellows will be selected for our two-year program and will receive a financial award of up to $100,000 USD. Applicants must be researchers currently employed by an academic (non-tenured), government, industry, or non-profit organization.
Read the full Fellowship Rules and Guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
General
What fields of research are supported by the fellowship?
What makes this fellowship unique?
Is the AD Data Initiative Fellowship Program new, and why was it started?
Proposed Research
Do I have to use the AD Workbench to perform my analyses?
Can I propose to use my own data in my analyses?
My hypothesis does not address any of the suggested research questions, should I still apply?
Am I required to publish my results in a peer-reviewed journal?
Eligibility
What if I hold a master’s (or another) degree, can I still apply?
What if I hold a medical degree, can I still apply?
What if I have less than five or more than ten years of relevant work experience since receiving my doctoral degree, can I still apply?
During the fellowship, can I work with industry?
Must I have experience applying for research funding?
What does ‘tenured faculty’ mean?
What if I don’t have a proven track record in generative AI applications to ADRD or neurodegeneration?
Financial Award
Is the financial award fixed?
Can I receive the second year’s award in the first year?
Can I receive funding from other sources during my fellowship?
Are there restrictions on how the award can be used?
What if my institution requires me to prepare a budget even if it’s not required for the application?
Is there a cap for indirect costs?
How will the financial award be distributed?
Duration of Fellowship
Can I renew my fellowship after 2 years?
What if my research extends beyond the two-year program?
What circumstances could cause the early termination of my fellowship?
Location
Where will I work or be located?
Do I have to be a United States citizen or resident?
Technology
Will you provide technology or systems to help me conduct my research?
My research proposal will require significant compute resources. Will the associated costs be paid for by the program?
Applications
When are applications due?
Can I send updates to my application once submitted?
What is the difference between the personal statement and the research statement?
Review Process
How long will it take to review and decide on my application?
Who will review my application?
Will applicants who are not selected be provided with review notes, scores, or reasons for the decision?
Questions
Please review the FAQs and Fellowship Rules and Guidelines and if any additional questions, email GatesSrADFellows@alzheimersdata.org.
Privacy and Confidentiality
All submitted applications will be kept confidential, except: (1) as noted below; (2) as necessary for our evaluation; (3) to comply with any applicable laws; and (4) if the application is made public or available to others through no fault of the AD Data Initiative. Unfunded applications will remain confidential. Successful applications may be shared publicly after reasonable notice to the applicant or with parties related to the fellowship program to enable the management of the program. Application materials will not be returned to applicants. For further details about the AD Data Initiative’s privacy policies and use of any personal data that may be submitted with your application, please refer to the AD Data Initiative’s privacy policy.
Publicity and Marketing
Fellows may be asked to collaborate with the AD Data Initiative on publicity and marketing related to their research, which may use information included in their application. Any information that will be publicly disseminated that specifically references the fellow or their work will be shared with the fellow prior to being shared with others.
No Third-Party Infringement
By applying, the applicant is representing to AD Data Initiative that they have the right to provide the information submitted and the materials do not infringe any third-party intellectual property rights. Applicants with questions concerning the contents of their application may contact AD Data Initiative at GatesSrADFellows@alzheimersdata.org.