ISPPD will be awarding up to 60 travel grants for participation in the ISPPD-7 Symposium (up to 20 to persons from Europe, North America and Australia, and up to 40 to persons from Africa, Asia, Latin America). The travel grant will consist of a special package to attend the ISPPD-7 Symposium, and will be granted to selected applicants who fulfill the following criteria:
- Letter(s) of recommendation provided from applicant's head of department/institute or supervisor
- Abstract accepted for oral or poster presentation
(Submitters will be allowed to submit the title(s) of their abstract(s) before submitting an abstract. The Scientific Committee will review these titles before the abstract deadline, and respond with their acceptance or rejection in order for the submitter to begin visa application procedures. Full abstract text will then have to be submitted as normal by the abstract deadline.
Application submitted by October 14th, 2009
Applicants from developing countries / less privileged regions and young investigators will be given priority.
The package consists of:
- Free registration
- Reimbursement of travel expenses up to an amount limit of USD 2,000 per person upon receiving copies of receipt of payment. Reimbursement will be made on-site or after the Symposia.
- Reimbursement of accommodation (4 nights in single room at a specified hotel)
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted via the online submission form.
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Deadline for Application: October 14, 2009
In order to be considered, note that supporting documentation must arrive at the Secretariat by October 14, 2009 at: isppd@kenes.com or by fax +41 22 906 9140, Ref: ISPPD-7 Travel Grant
Please note: Travel Grants will only be confirmed and awarded to those whose abstract has been accepted by the Scientific Committee.
Please note: applicants requiring a visa should make sure to apply early for their visas.
For visa information,
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