The Leon Levy Scholarships in Neuroscience (LLSN) is a scholarship program administered by the New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS) to support original neuroscience research conducted at academic institutions in New York City.
The Leon Levy Scholarships in Neuroscience (LLSN) are open to any accredited non-profit academic institution located within the five boroughs of New York City that conducts original neuroscience research; nominating institutions submit candidates during the designated nomination period.
The Leon Levy Scholarship is a three (3)-year award, and Scholars receive:
- Annual stipend equals 125% of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) postdoctoral rate, according to the postdoctoral year
- Fringe benefits at the host institution’s rate for postdoctoral Scholars
- US$2,000 computer allowance as a one-time award
- Annual supplement of up to US$10,000 to support care costs (e.g. dependent care)
- Indirect support to the host institution will be allowed at the standard published rate if less than 20% and capped at 20%.
- 3-year Membership to The New York Academy of Sciences
- Participation in a structured Mentorship Program for Leon Levy Scholars
- Access to leadership and skills-building workshops through The New York Academy of Sciences
- Access to the community of past and present Leon Levy Scholars and Fellows
- Grant writing support
The nomination period opens on August 21, 2026, and closes on October 16, 2026.