The Crystallographic & Crystallography Grant from the Mineralogical Society of America funds innovative research to advance understanding of crystal structures and mechanisms.
Funder: Mineralogical Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per award; single-year funding; typically one award annually
Summary: Supports innovative, high-quality research in crystallography to advance scientific understanding of crystal structures and mechanisms.
Key Information: MSA membership required; funds must be used for research expenses only.
This grant, offered by the Mineralogical Society of America (MSA) and funded by the Edward H. Kraus Crystallographic Research Fund, supports innovative research in the field of crystallography. The program aims to foster advances in understanding crystal structures, transformations, and mechanisms by funding scientifically significant projects with high potential for impact. Proposals are evaluated based on the applicant's qualifications, the quality and innovativeness of the research, and the likelihood of project success. The grant is open to students (graduate and undergraduate), early-career researchers, and beginning faculty, with all proposals considered together in a single competition.