[American Society for Mass Spectrometry](https://www.asms.org)

January 15, 2026 (Graduate Student Awards)

Up to 20 awards annually; each up to $1,000 plus free conference registration.

Recognizes outstanding graduate students for academic achievement and research excellence in mass spectrometry.

Conference attendance is required; only one applicant per research group.

--- ## Description The ASMS Graduate Student Awards are designed to honor graduate students (second year and beyond) who have demonstrated excellence in academic achievement and research in mass spectrometry. Up to twenty awards are given annually, each providing financial support and complimentary registration to the ASMS annual conference. The program aims to encourage and highlight significant contributions by graduate students to the field of mass spectrometry. --- ## Due Dates - **Anticipated application deadline:** January 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Up to 20 awards conferred each year. - Each award provides up to $1,000 and free registration for the ASMS annual conference. - Conference attendance is mandatory to receive the award. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be ASMS student members in at least their second year of a PhD program at the time of the conference. - Must be the presenting author on an abstract submitted for the annual conference. - Applicants must not have previously received this award. - Only one applicant per research group is permitted; coordinate with your group to ensure only one submission. --- ## Application Process 1. **Prepare application materials** (PDF format): - Name, contact info, ASMS Member ID, membership status. - 1–2 page research description (including figures). - Statement (max 500 words) on why you should be selected. - Abstract for the annual conference (must be the presenting author); upload abstract ID and submission receipt. - Curriculum vitae (CV). - Letter of support from your PhD advisor (can be uploaded or sent via a special link). 2. **Submit application online**: - Register and apply through the [ASMS Awards Platform](https://asms.awardsplatform.com/). - Select "Student Awards" and then "Graduate Student Awards" from the dropdown. - Ensure all materials are uploaded before the anticipated January deadline. --- ## Additional Information - Only one student per research group may apply each year. - Award recipients must attend the annual ASMS conference to receive funding. - The program also supports undergraduate awards and travel stipends—see the [Student Awards page](https://www.asms.org/about-asms-awards/student-travel-awards) for details. --- ## External Links - [ASMS Graduate Student Awards Information](https://www.asms.org/about-asms-awards/student-travel-awards) - [ASMS Awards Platform (Application Portal)](https://asms.awardsplatform.com/) - [ASMS Membership Information](https://www.asms.org/member-center/join-or-renew) - [ASMS Annual Conference](https://www.asms.org/conferences/annual-conference) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Form | |-------------------|---------------------|------------------|-----------------------------------------------| | ASMS Office | info@asms.org | +1 505-989-4517 | [Contact ASMS](https://www.asms.org/about/contact) | ---

ASMS Graduate Student Awards

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