FAMOUS Travel Grants
Forecasted
FAMOUS Travel Grants support AAS members' travel to present research at Society meetings, with priority for historically underrepresented astronomers, to broaden participation in astronomy.
This grant was recently updated
Applications are now closed: the funder replaced the 2 November, 11:59 p.m. ET deadline and proposal submission link with a notice that the application period ended 2 November.
Funder: American Astronomical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Summer meeting application) | November 2027 (Winter meeting application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 for attendance at one AAS meeting
Summary: Supports AAS members' travel to present research at Society meetings, prioritizing astronomers from historically underrepresented groups.
Key Information: Applicants must be AAS members and present their research at the funded meeting.
Description
The American Astronomical Society (AAS) offers FAMOUS Travel Grants to help members attend Society meetings and share their research. The program aims to increase participation by astronomers from groups historically underrepresented in the field. Each award supports attendance at a single AAS meeting where the recipient will present their work.
All AAS members are welcome to apply, but limited funds are prioritized for historically underrepresented groups, including scientists at small colleges, minorities, non-traditional students, and veterans, among others. The grants offset travel, meals, and lodging expenses associated with meeting attendance rather than meeting registration fees.
