The Harden Bursaries from the Biochemical Society support early-career scientists and students in attending advanced biochemistry conferences by covering key participation costs.
Funder: Biochemical Society
Due Dates: Early bird abstract/registration deadline for chosen Harden Conference (varies by event)
Funding Amounts: Amount varies by conference; up to £2,000 total from Biochemical Society grants over 3 years per applicant
Summary: Supports early-career scientists and students in attending specialist Harden Conferences in biochemistry by covering registration, travel, or accommodation costs.
Key Information: Must be a Biochemical Society member and submit an abstract; funding is competitive and not guaranteed.
The Harden Bursaries are designed to help graduate students and early-career scientists attend Harden Conferences—residential meetings focused on advanced topics in biochemistry. These bursaries facilitate participation in high-level scientific discussion, networking, and professional development by helping to offset essential costs such as registration, travel, and accommodation. The program is part of the Biochemical Society's commitment to supporting career development and engagement with cutting-edge molecular bioscience research.