The Local Organizing Committee is pleased to announce that Rhizosphere 5 will provide a limited number of travel awards (up to $1,500 CAD) for students attending the conference.
Please note that you must submit an abstract to be considered
for a travel award
Eligibility:
• Award applicants must be registered at an accredited
University or College at the time of the conference.
• Award applicants must be the presenting author of an oral
or a poster presentationdescribing their thesis/dissertation
research or other current research.
• Funds awarded can be used to cover the cost of
registration, travel and associated fees (e.g., visa, travel
insurance), accommodation, and meals.
How to apply for the travel award:
• Eligible applicants must complete an application form and
submit a one-page letter describing their reasons for
attending the meeting, how the conference will contribute
to their growth as a scientist, and their financial need.
• A short (one-page) letter in support of the student's
application—written by their primarysupervisor—must
accompany the application.
• Applications and all supporting information must be
submitted electronically to the Chairof the Awards
Committee at: StudentTravelAward@rhizo5.org
• Application deadline is March 15, 2019; applicants will
be notified as to their success on March 28, 2019.
Student Travel Awards will be presented at the Awards Luncheon on
Thursday July 11, 2019
Please note that you must be in attendance to receive your travel award