Beckman Speaker and Conference Support Fund
Funds Beckman awardees and alumni to host scientific seminars or conferences featuring Beckman community speakers, with a focus on advancing research and engaging undergraduates.
Funder: Beckman Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Requests accepted year-round; submit at least 3 months before event)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,000 per request; up to 5 awards/year (total $15,000/year)
Summary: Supports Beckman awardees and alumni to host scientific seminars or conferences featuring Beckman community speakers.
Key Information: Only one speaker per meeting is supported; events prioritizing undergraduates are favored.
Description
This program provides financial support to Beckman awardees and alumni at U.S. nonprofit institutions to host scientific seminars or conferences featuring speakers from the Beckman community. The aim is to foster scientific advancement, professional networking, and new collaborations, while increasing the visibility of innovative research and supporting the Foundation’s mission. The Foundation selects a limited number of proposals each year, prioritizing those with significant scientific and community impact, especially those engaging undergraduate audiences.
