The ANS Conference Travel Grant supports underrepresented student members in attending major nuclear science conferences to promote diversity and professional growth in the field.
Funder: American Nuclear Society
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Winter Conference) | April 17, 2027 (Annual Conference)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per student for travel reimbursement to attend the ANS conference.
Summary: Supports travel for student members from underrepresented backgrounds to attend ANS conferences, promoting diversity in nuclear science and technology.
Key Information: Applicants must be current ANS student members; maximum of three travel grants per student.
The ANS Conference Travel Grant provides financial support to student members of the American Nuclear Society (ANS) who come from backgrounds that have historically faced barriers to entry in STEM. The grant aims to foster greater diversity and inclusion within the nuclear science and technology community by helping students from underrepresented groups attend major ANS conferences, such as the 2026 ANS Winter Conference and Expo in Phoenix, AZ. Recipients benefit from networking, learning, and professional development opportunities at these events.