COMPASS Outreach Grants
The COMPASS Outreach Grants from the American Society for Cell Biology fund creative public engagement projects to make cell biology accessible and inspire interest in the life sciences.
Funder: American Society for Cell Biology
Due Dates: October 5, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per project; single-year awards; reimbursement required by calendar year end.
Summary: Supports ASCB member-led public engagement projects to promote cell biology and science communication.
Key Information: Applicants must be current ASCB members; priority is given to students and postdocs.
Description
The COMPASS Outreach Grants are offered by the American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB) to support creative science outreach projects that engage the public with cell biology. The initiative, run by the ASCB Committee for Postdocs and Students (COMPASS), funds activities such as student lab visits, science fairs, workshops, and hands-on demonstrations that make scientific concepts accessible to diverse audiences. The goal is to enhance public understanding of cell biology, foster science communication skills among scientists, and inspire broader interest in the life sciences.
