Microbiology Faculty Development Travel Award
The Microbiology Faculty Development Travel Award from the American Society for Microbiology supports diverse faculty in microbial sciences with conference participation, mentorship, and year-round professional development.
Funder: American Society for Microbiology
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application open) | December 2026 (final deadline)
Funding Amounts: Covers ASM Microbe 2026 registration and housing; no direct cash award.
Summary: Supports diverse U.S. faculty in microbial sciences with professional development, mentorship, and participation at ASM Microbe 2026.
Key Information: Awardees must serve as mentors in an ASM fellowship and participate in year-round programming.
Description
The Microbiology Faculty Development Travel Award from the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) aims to broaden the representation of faculty with diverse backgrounds and experiences within the microbial sciences. This program specifically targets faculty at community colleges, Asian American and Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AAPISIs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs). Awardees receive support to attend ASM Microbe 2026, participate in a faculty development programming series, serve as mentors in the ASM Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship Program, and join a year-round virtual faculty learning community. The program is designed to foster professional growth, networking, and mentorship in microbial sciences.
