The European Crystallographic Association will distribute travel grants to encourage the participation of young researchers (< 35 years) at ECM35.
There are the following funds available:
1.ECA will distribute special travel grants to encourage the participation of Ukrainian young researchers (< 35 years). The bursary will cover the registration fee, accommodation in the dormitory and the reasonable travel expenses. The deadline for submitting the application form is April 30th, 2025.
2.ECA individual travel grant for students participating in the ECM meetings. The rules and application procedure are explained on the ECA Homepage (https://ecanews.org/financial-support/) . The deadline for submitting the application form is April 30th, 2025.
National Crystallographic Associations:
1.L’Associazione Italiana di Cristallografia (AIC) travel grant to encourage the participation of young Italian researchers (< 35 years). The deadline for submitting the application form is April 30th, 2025.
International Union for Crystallography (IUCr): missing up to now
Prerequisites and required documents:
1. The applicant should be registered in the World Directory of Crystallographers, which is free.
2. An applicant should be presenting author of a submitted abstract .
3. As a recipient, you should submit a short report within 3 months after the conference summarizing your impressions and experiences. A picture of yourself at your poster, during your talk or from the microsymposia is appreciated! These reports will be posted on the ECA travel grants web page.
Applications will be evaluated and ranked soon after the deadline. The decision for the award is undertaken by a bursary committee based primarily on scientific excellence, but considering also gender balance. The list of recipients will be published on May 15th, along with a 'waiting list' containing the names of applicants who may be eligible for the bursary in case any of the selected recipients are unable to attend the ECM.