Bursaries - ASBE8

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Early Career Scientist Bursaries

Financial support to attend ASBE8

About the bursaries

Early Career Scientist bursaries are available to support participation in ASBE8. These awards are generously provided by the Federation of European Microbiological Societies (FEMS), the EFB Bioengineering and Bioprocessing Division, and the EFB Microbial Biotechnology Division.

The bursaries are intended to encourage professional development, facilitate networking opportunities, and support the presentation of research, while helping to cover the costs associated with attending the conference.

✔ Eligibility

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

Be an Early Career Scientist*
Be an active microbiologist
Be the presenting author of an accepted oral or poster presentation at ASBE8

*Early Career Scientist refers to microbiologists who are currently Master's or PhD students, or who obtained their highest academic degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) within the past five years. Periods of maternity/paternity leave, special leave, or long-term illness are not counted within this period.

📄 How to apply

Submit the following documents to events@efbiotechnology.org by 16 August 2026.

Completed application form
Proof of early career scientist status

By submitting your application, you confirm that you meet all eligibility criteria.

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