Basu Innovation Scholar Grant for Early-career Scientists

Eligibility Criteria

• Be an early-career scientist /recent Ph.D. graduate;
• Be supporting work producing innovation in space science measurements and interpretation and may not already have access to an expansive network of colleagues in your field.

Offered Benefits

• The recipient will receive financial support up to $2,000 to virtually participate in Fall Meeting (reimbursable expenses include purchasing or renting technology, transportation or housing needed to access technology, dependent care costs, unpaid leave/lost wages, meeting registration, etc.).

Application Process

Required Documents:

• Upload a current CV
• Include a personal statement (description of how the Basu Innovation Scholar designation will help advance your career in the space sciences and network, and why you would like to participate in Fall Meeting (not to exceed 1 page)
• Include one letter of support from a mentor or advisor which describe the applicant’s work and how it is making an impact through innovative approaches to observation and interpretation (should not exceed 1 page)