DeLill Nasser Award for Professional Development in Genetics
The DeLill Nasser Award from the Genetics Society of America funds early-career geneticists to attend conferences or lab courses that advance their research and professional development.
Funder: Genetics Society of America
Due Dates: April 3, 2026 (Spring cycle) | September 18, 2026 (Fall cycle, application & letters)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 per award; supports conference or course participation; paid directly to individual.
Summary: Supports GSA graduate student and postdoc members to attend conferences or laboratory courses that advance their professional development in genetics.
Description
The DeLill Nasser Award for Professional Development in Genetics is designed to support early-career geneticists—specifically graduate students and postdoctoral researchers—by providing funding to facilitate participation in conferences and laboratory courses. Established by the Genetics Society of America (GSA), the award honors Dr. DeLill Nasser’s legacy of advancing genetics research and supporting the next generation of scientists. The award aims to foster professional growth, encourage exploration of new research areas, and facilitate networking and idea exchange within the genetics community.
