EUROSPINE - JSSR Travelling fellowship programme 2026: Call for applications

EUROSPINE - JSSR Travelling Fellowship Programme 2026

Dear EUROSPINE Member,

We are pleased that you are interested in participating in the EUROSPINE-JSSR Travelling Fellowship Programme 2026.

In collaboration with the Japanese Society for Spine Surgery and Related Research (JSSR), this annual Fellowship Programme supports continued education and training of spine surgeons, through a structured experience at premier Japanese spine centres. The Fellowship Programme consists of two EUROSPINE Member Grants and combines hands-on observation, focused discussions and exposure to innovative techniques in spine surgery. Each Fellowship Grant is valued at €10,000 per fellow and subject to EUROSPINE reimbursement policies.

The two Fellowship Awards for EUROSPINE members include travel and accommodation support, not exceeding 10'000 EUR, as well as complimentary registration to the JSSR meeting.

The European based EUROSPINE fellows will start their Fellowship at the JSSR meeting 16 - 18 April in Fukuoka before travelling across Japan to visit 2-3 selected spine surgery treatment facilities.

Eligibility Criteria:

Must be EUROSPINE PREMIUM or STANDARD Members in good standing.
Must possess between 5 and 10 years of experience in independent practice in Europe.
Must work in Europe at the time of application.
Must be able to demonstrate an academic track record and interest in spine research.

Documentation required:

Motivation letter
Recommendation form (download template) (*Please upload the letter and the recommendation form as one Word document or PDF document)

Awarding:

Applications will be reviewed and successful applicants will be notified week commencing 26 January 2026.

Goals:

To equip emerging spine surgeons with advanced skills and knowledge.
To foster collaboration between EUROSPINE, JSSR, and renowned European and Japanese spine centres.
To enhance global knowledge-sharing and support innovation in spine care.

Application details

This online form serves as your application to become a EUROSPINE travelling fellow.
Please complete the form and upload the requested documents in supported formats like PDF, DOC, or DOCX. The file size limit is 16MB.
Upon submission of your application, you will receive an automated confirmation email.

The Education Team will be in touch shortly after the submission deadline of 19 January 2026 to inform applicants about further steps in the review process.

Submission deadline: 19 January 2026 at 23:59 CET

For further queries, please get in touch with the Education Team at education@eurospine.org.

Best wishes,

Julie-Lyn Noël

Director of Education and Research

on behalf of the

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* 1. Enter your first name.

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* 2. Enter your last name.

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* 3. Tell us which EU country you are currently working.

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* 4. Recent photograph

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* 5. Motivation letter

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* 6. Recommendation letter and completed form

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* 7. Please provide us with your email address?

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* 8. Please provide your position title.

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* 9. Please list your EDUCATION/TRAINING. (Begin with baccalaureate or other initial professional education, such as nursing, and include post-doctoral training)

1. Institution and Location - Degree (if applicable) - year(s) - Field of Study

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4. Institution and Location - Degree (if applicable) - year(s) - Field of Study

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* 1. Enter your first name.

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* 2. Enter your last name.

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* 3. Tell us which EU country you are currently working.

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* 4. Recent photograph

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* 5. Motivation letter

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* 6. Recommendation letter and completed form

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* 7. Please provide us with your email address?

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* 8. Please provide your position title.

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* 9. Please list your EDUCATION/TRAINING. (Begin with baccalaureate or other initial professional education, such as nursing, and include post-doctoral training)

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* 10. What is your main interest in spine surgery?

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* 11. What is your main research interest?

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* 12. Please provide your positions and employment.

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* 13. Please provide the names of the spine centres you have visited in the past 5 years.

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* 14. Please describe other experience and professional awards.

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* 15. Please list honours and awards.

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* 16. Please list a maximum of 5 book chapters most relevant to this fellowship grant.

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* 17. Please list a maximum of 5 spine-related peer-reviewed publications most relevant to this fellowship grant.

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* 18. Please list a maximum of 5 non-spine related peer-reviewed publications most relevant to this fellowship grant.

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* 19. Please list a maximum of 5 spine-related non-peer-reviewed publications most relevant to this fellowship grant.

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* 20. Please list a maximum of 5 non-spine-related, non-peer-reviewed publications most relevant to this fellowship grant.

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* 21. Please list a maximum of 5 non-peer-reviewed/invited visits for presentations most relevant to this fellowship grant.

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* 22. Please list a maximum of 5 peer-reviewed poster or podium presentations most relevant to this fellowship grant.

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* 23. Please list grants received in chronological order.

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* 24. Please list a maximum of 5 Spine-Related Meetings, Conventions and Symposiums Attended most relevant to this fellowship grant.

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* 25. Any further comments?