[American Physical Society](https://www.aps.org)

January 2027

Up to $1,750 travel reimbursement plus meeting registration waiver; awarded per recipient for APS Global Physics Summit.

Supports students and early career physicists in attending the APS Global Physics Summit by offsetting travel and registration costs.

Applicants must present research at the Summit; underrepresented minorities and women are especially encouraged to apply.

--- ## Description The Braslau Family Travel Grant is designed to help US-based and international students and early career physicists attend the APS Global Physics Summit by providing financial support to cover travel and registration expenses. Established in 2016, the grant aims to reduce financial barriers and foster participation in major scientific meetings, particularly for those from underrepresented groups. The grant is administered by the Braslau Family in collaboration with the APS Forum on Diversity and Inclusion, the Committee on the Status of Women in Physics, and the Committee on Minorities in Physics, with oversight by APS Honors. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027 (anticipated/projected application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Each recipient receives: - Up to $1,750 in travel reimbursement - Waiver of APS Global Physics Summit meeting registration fee - Funds are distributed after the meeting upon receipt of required documentation. --- ## Eligibility - Open to degree-seeking students and early career physicists (US-based and international). - Applicants must be presenting research at the upcoming APS Global Physics Summit. - Underrepresented minorities and women are especially encouraged to apply. - Priority is given to: - First-time presenters - Individuals without alternative funding - Individuals with prior presentation experience or other funding sources are not excluded. - Applicants and nominators must adhere to APS Ethics Standards. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via the APS submission platform. - Required materials: - Applicant information - Details of the research presentation - Confirmation of prior conference presentations (if any) - Anticipated expenses - Description of the applicant’s work (≤2,000 characters), highlighting their contribution and leadership - Statement on the timeliness of attending the conference for the applicant’s career (≤250 words) - Confirmation of additional funding (if any) - Advisor statement of support for students (≤500 words) - Applications are reviewed by the FDI Executive Committee, CSWP, and COM representatives. - Optional demographic information may be provided and is not used in the evaluation. --- ## Additional Information - Awardees will receive payment instructions upon selection. - Funds are disbursed after the event, contingent on submission of required documentation. - Aggregate demographic data may be shared with the selection committee for future outreach but is not linked to individual applicants. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Application Instructions](https://www.aps.org/funding-recognition/grant/braslau-family-travel-grant) - [Application Portal](https://apsphysics.secure-platform.com/a/home/home) - [Step-by-Step Application Guide](https://scribehow.com/viewer/Navigating_to_and_Completing_the_Braslau_Family_Travel_Grant_Application__LGn0X3hsRUicabDiOWt6Kg) - [APS Membership Information](https://www.aps.org/membership/join) - [APS Ethics Standards](https://www.aps.org/about/governance/ethics.cfm) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | APS Honors Team | [honors@aps.org](mailto:honors@aps.org) | | APS General Contact | [APS Contact Page](https://www.aps.org/about/contact) | | Phone | (301) 209-3200 |

Braslau Family Travel Grant

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