2026 Mitochondrial Medicine Conference Scientific/Clinical Scholarship Application

Scholarship Application - SciMed

June 17-20, 2026, Orlando, FL

Each year, UMDF’s Mitochondrial Medicine Conference brings together the best minds in mitochondrial medicine and the patients we serve. With over 700 attendees representing almost every state in the U.S. and more than 15 different countries, the Conference is recognized as the world’s preeminent event for mitochondrial disease.

Mitochondrial Medicine 2026 provides an international stage for leaders in mitochondrial medicine and offers programs to inspire the next generation of researchers. You will learn about the latest developments in the field of mitochondrial medicine, including industry advancements, potential treatments, therapies and cutting edge research. The event also gives the scientific communities the unique experience of engaging with affected patients to better understand symptoms and work faster towards a cure.

This year, we are pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships to young researchers and clinicians new to the field of mitochondrial medicine. To view the 2026 SciMed Agenda - Click Here.

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The Bryan Fleming Young Mitochondrial Researchers (YMR) Scholarship Award encourages graduate students and postdoctoral fellows who are actively involved in the field of mitochondrial medicine. The scholarship aims to provide a training experience for young investigators in the area of mitochondrial-related research through active participation in the annual UMDF Mitochondrial Medicine conference. Award amounts will be made based on both merit and need.

Masterclass Scholarship Award - UMDF is once again offering a Masterclass - this year it is focused on Mitochondrial Encephalomyopathy with Lactic Acidosis and Stroke-like Episodes (MELAS). Travel scholarship awards for this year's program will be granted to a limited number of clinician applicants, including a stipend to assist with hotel, air travel, and meeting registration (covering four days of programming). Awards will be made based on both merit and need.