Travel Award

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The Pathogens Travel Award was launched in 2018 and is presented on a yearly basis to encourage junior scientists to present their latest research at academic conferences in the field of pathogens and pathogen–host interactions, enhancing their research profile. The application period for this award is from April to November, with the winners announced by the end of February of the following year.

The Prize:
– CHF 800;
– A certificate.

Number of Winners: Two

Pathogens Travel Award

Winner announcement date: 28 February 2026

Eligibility and Requirements

– Postdoctoral fellows or PhD students;
– Plans to attend an international conference in 2026 (oral presentation or poster).

Required Application Documents

– Information about the conference the applicant is planning to attend and the abstract that will be submitted;
– Curriculum vitae and list of publications;
– Justification letter describing the research focus (max. 800 words);
– Letter of recommendation from the applicant’s supervisor, research director, or department head, which also confirms the applicant’s status at the institution in question.