Specialty Symposia in Acoustics Support Program
The Specialty Symposia in Acoustics Support Program by the Acoustical Society of America funds international research symposia in developing countries to foster collaboration and advance acoustics science.
Funder: Acoustical Society of America
Due Dates: October 31, 2026 (ASA guidance) | November 30, 2026 (ICA Symposia Sponsorship)
Funding Amounts: Approx. $2,000 (USD) per symposium; funding primarily supports travel for speakers/participants from developing countries.
Summary: Supports organizing specialty acoustics symposia in developing countries to promote international collaboration and capacity-building.
Key Information: Symposia should be international in character and are typically limited to ~100 participants.
Description
This program, jointly offered by the Acoustical Society of America (ASA) and the International Commission for Acoustics (ICA), provides targeted financial support for organizing specialty symposia in acoustics within developing countries. The initiative aims to foster international collaboration, scientific exchange, and capacity-building by funding focused meetings that attract around 100 participants. Emphasis is placed on supporting the participation of distinguished speakers, young scientists, and especially those from developing regions, thereby advancing specialized research and strengthening global networks in acoustics.
