We will fund trainees  (graduate students and postdocs) to present their network-relevant research at society conferences. 

About the awards​

This activity contributes to our mission by enhancing the visibility of the network’s research areas and by providing professional opportunities to individuals who will strengthen the scientific research workforce. Approximately four awards will be given annually.​

​Timing

  • Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
  • Apply one month in advance of the conference/meeting, or sooner.

​Eligibility

  • Eligible costs include hotel, flight, and conference/meeting registration.  
  • Expenses will be made and/or reimbursed through and following University of California, Berkeley guidelines up to the amount requested ($500, $1,000, $1,500, or $2,000).  
  • Only those from institutions in the U.S. are eligible.

Apply

SUBMISSION MATERIALS
  1. Name, institutional affiliation, position title
  2. CV
  3. Conference/meeting name, date, and website
  4. Research statement (100-200 words) describing the presentation to be made at the conference/meeting, including the title.
  5. Describe the financial need for the award, including a description of other travel funds available to the applicant.
  6. Proposed budget
  7. Funding amount requested: $500, $1,000, $1,500, or $2,000.

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