🧬 Opportunity Alert: Present Your Genome Editing Research Internationally!
📢 Call for Applications: ITC Conference Grants for the COST Action 4th period!
GenE-HumDi nurtures connections between EU scientist and international talent!
Are you a researcher or innovator working on the cutting edge of genome editing? Do you have an oral presentation accepted at a major upcoming conference? GeneHumdi (COST Action CA21113) is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for our Inclusiveness Target Countries (ITC) Conference Grants for Grant Period 4
What is the ITC Conference Grant?
These grants are designed to support researchers affiliated with institutions in Inclusiveness Target Countries (ITC) or Near Neighbour Countries (NNC) participating in our Action. The goal is to help you gain international visibility by presenting your work at high-level third-party conferences (those not organized by GeneHumdi).
Key Details:
- Availability: Several grants are available for this period.
- Funding: Successful applicants can receive a contribution of up to 1,000 Euros to help cover travel, accommodation, subsistence, and registration fees.
Eligible Conference Dates: Your conference must take place between January 2026 to July 2026
Are You Eligible?
To apply, you must meet the following criteria:
- Your primary affiliation must be in an ITC or NNC country participating in GeneHumdi.
- You must be officially listed in the conference program to deliver an oral presentation.
- Your work must be directly relevant to genome editing and aligned with the scientific objectives of the GeneHumdi Action.
How to Apply
This is an open call, meaning you can submit your application at any time during GP4. However, you must submit your request via the e-COST system at least 30 days before the conference starts.
Your application should include:
- The ITC Conference Grant application form.
- An abstract of your accepted oral presentation.
- Your official acceptance letter from the conference organizers.
- An up-to-date CV.
- A justified budget estimation.
- Optional but recommended: A pre-recorded presentation (PPT) briefly explaining your work.
After the Conference
Once you’ve shared your research with the world, there are just a few final steps to receive your grant, including submitting a scientific report, a certificate of attendance, and a short blog post or video about your experience. Check full regulations in the PDF below.
Ready to take your research to the global stage?
Log in to e-COST to start your application today! For specific inquiries, feel free to reach out to our Grant Holder Manager.
- Grant Holder Manager:
- Ms Raquel Soriano raquel.soriano@juntadeandalucia.es
