Who is eligibile?

The applicant must be either

a) a post-doctoral fellow or graduate student

AND

b) currently obtaining a doctorate or have completed a doctorate no more than 8 years prior
c) affiliated with an accredited institution

What is the award selection criteria?

Applicants need submit a request to present a poster. Awards are given on a first come basis. The poster entry will be reviewed by the Scientific Advisory Board and all recipients will be notified at least 30 days prior to the start of the Symposium.

What is the award amount?

Each Travel Award provides up to $1000 for travel related costs: airfare, hotel accommodations, and ground transport. A full symposium registration pass is also included. Award payment is made after the conclusion of the Symposium when the appropriate receipts are submitted. There are no advance cash payments.

What is the deadline to apply?

Travel grant applications are reviewed on a rolling basis so applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Travel Award Application