Attending a major conference is particularly important for young researchers because it allows them to present their work to an expert audience and gives them the opportunity to make useful contacts. However, SMBE recognizes that travel funds may not be available at this critical time. Postdoctoral researchers and graduate students may apply for travel awards to attend the annual SMBE meeting.
Eligibility
Members of SMBE, who are either graduate students (awarded a primary degree and enrolled full-time for a post-graduate degree – Masters, Doctorate or Higher-Diploma) or postdoctoral researchers are eligible to apply. A candidate for the award must be a member of the Society at the time of application at least a month before the first day of the annual meeting.
Application
Applications are submitted through the abstract submission system for the annual meeting for which the award applies.
The application requires:
- An abstract (250 word max) for your proposed presentation.
- A Curriculum Vitae
Process: The awardees are determined after review of application materials by one or more committees that will include at least one member of SMBE Council. The selection committee pays particular attention to enhancing geographical and gender diversity.