SICB Fellowship of Graduate Student Travel (FGST)
The FGST grant funds graduate student travel for research at distant labs, museums, or field sites to support advanced scientific training and access to unique resources.
Funder: Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology
Due Dates: October 24, 2026 (Fellowship of Graduate Student Travel - FGST)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,000 per award; typically 3–4 fellowships awarded annually; funding is for travel and living expenses directly related to research.
Summary: Supports graduate student travel to distant research sites, labs, or museums to facilitate advanced research experiences and access to unique resources.
Key Information: Applicants may apply to only one SICB student program per year (FGST or GIAR); previous SICB awardees are not eligible.
Description
The Fellowship of Graduate Student Travel (FGST) from the Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology (SICB) provides financial support to graduate students for travel to distant research laboratories, museums, or field sites. The fellowship is designed to enable students to conduct fieldwork, learn specialized research techniques, or access unique equipment or collections unavailable at their home institution. The program emphasizes research that requires travel and supports direct expenses such as airfare, lodging, and travel-related living costs. The application process is competitive, focusing on research clarity, feasibility, creativity, and budget justification. Awards are intended to enhance the research experience and foster exposure to new scientific environments.
