E. Richard Booser Scholarship
The E. Richard Booser Scholarship from the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers funds undergraduate research in tribology to foster early scientific engagement in the field.
Funder: Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 (application deadline) | December 31, 2026 (research report deadline)
Funding Amounts: $4,500 one-time award to undergraduate student; balance paid upon research report submission.
Summary: Supports undergraduate research projects in tribology to encourage future careers or graduate study in the field.
Key Information: Open only to undergraduates in engineering or science; research must be tribology-focused.
Description
The E. Richard Booser Scholarship, administered by the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE), is designed to promote undergraduate engagement in tribology research. The scholarship encourages students in engineering or science programs to pursue advanced studies or careers in tribology by supporting hands-on research experiences. Recipients are selected based on the relevance and quality of their proposed research, a faculty recommendation, and academic merit. The program aims to foster early interest and excellence in this specialized field.
