Empowering young Researchers shaping the future of Pain Medicine
Neuroinflammation is one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving frontiers in biomedical research. Understanding how neuronal and non-neuronal cells interact to shape chronic pain means gaining a deeper insight into human physiology — and its vulnerabilities.
The Francesco della Valle Foundation is now accepting submissions for the 2026 Excellence in Neuroinflammation Award, dedicated to young Researchers under 40 who are reshaping the science of chronic pain.
The Award honors outstanding peer-reviewed scientific articles published or accepted for publication in 2025.
2026 Focus: Neuroinflammation as a key to pain
The 2026 edition of the Award welcomes studies exploring how neuroinflammation contributes to the generation, maintenance, amplification, or resolution of chronic pain – including inflammatory, neuropathic, nociplastic, visceral, somatic, or centrally mediated forms – and its comorbidities.
Why this Award matters
The Excellence in Neuroinflammation Award supports young scientists who cross boundaries, propose new interpretations, and build bridges between basic research and clinical practice.
The Award offers a prize for the best research and, more importantly, promotes excellence in neuroinflammation while creating a network of connections among scientists, fostering the constructive and inspiring exchange of ideas that drives innovation and progress.
Application deadline: January 31, 2026
Full call and application form available at Excellence in Neuroinflammation Award.
