ICYMARE is delighted to announce the continuation of our commitment to supporting marine researchers presenting their work at our conference. Similar to last year, we have allocated 5000 Euro for travel grants. This initiative aims to assist four European students with 350 Euro each, and four students from non-European regions with 900 Euro each.

Abstract submissions and applications for the travel grants 2024 are currently being accepted – please check all relevant deadlines below. These grants will cover travel and / or accommodation expenses for attending ICYMARE BREMEN, with funding provided after the project presentation at the conference.

 

Eligibility

• The applicant must be a BSc, MSc or PhD student.
• Submit an abstract and present an oral or poster communication in ICYMARE 2024 BREMEN.

 

Application Instructions
(Mandatory items preceded by “*”)

1. *Submit your abstract
2. *Complete the application form in Word or PDF format
3. *Provide proof of current enrolment as a BSc, MSc, or PhD student
4. *Compose a concise motivation letter (maximum 1 page)
5. *Include a brief and relevant CV (maximum 1 or 2 pages)
6. *Present a budget detailing travel expenses and schedules, utilising platforms like SkyScanner, Airbnb, Booking, or equivalent services
7. Attach any additional supporting documents (e.g., a one-page recommendation letter from your advisor)
8. All mandatory documents for a valid application have to be attached and sent along with the application form by 31^st of July to moc.e1735247325ramyc1735247325i@stn1735247325argle1735247325vart1735247325, with the following subject: “ICYMARE Travel Grant_YOURNAME”

 

Selection Process

Applicants will be ranked based on the following selection criteria:

• Completion and punctuality of the application form
• Organisation and presentation of the applicant’s statement of goals and motivation letter
• Appropriateness of the application justification
• Quality of the submitted abstract
• Coherence of the CV

 

Grant Procedure

1. Submission of travel grant applications (Deadline: 31^st of July)
2. Communication of travel grant decisions (Deadline: 15^th of August)
3. Receipt of travel/accommodation expenses (Deadline: 30^th of September)
4. Disbursement of travel grant funds post-attendance and presentation (Deadline: 31^st of October)

 

Upon completion of the selection process, all application documents will be securely destroyed in compliance with data protection regulations. Details on how applicant data is handled can be found in our privacy policy.