Awards & Scholarships

The American Neuromuscular Foundation (ANF) is dedicated to advancing research and education by offering a range of awards and scholarships. Through these opportunities, ANF supports medical students, residents, fellows, and early-career clinicians who are passionate about improving care for patients with neuromuscular diseases. By investing in education, mentorship, and groundbreaking research, the Foundation fosters innovation and cultivates the next generation of leaders in neuromuscular medicine.

Annual Meeting Awards

Each year, the AANEM Annual Meeting honors excellence and innovation in neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic medicine through a selection of distinguished awards. These include a prestigious lectureship award and multiple honors recognizing outstanding research presented through abstract submissions. Together, these awards showcase the remarkable work shaping the future of the field and offer recipients meaningful opportunities for visibility, recognition, and professional growth.

Abstract submission opens January 1 and the deadline to submit is March 15. Learn more on the AANEM website.

Scholarships

The ANF offers scholarships to help medical students and residents deepen their interest in neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic medicine. We also provide international scholarships for physicians from economically developing countries, fostering global collaboration and the exchange of ideas across the neuromuscular community. These scholarships make it easier to attend the AANEM Annual Meeting and UltraEMG, connect with mentors, and gain firsthand exposure to the latest research, technology, and clinical advances shaping the field.

Awards and scholarships are supported by donations to the American Neuromuscular Foundation. Consider making a donation today.